Wellman, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Wellman is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,539. Residents earn $56,696 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,539 Population 1,438/sq mi density
$56,696 Median Income $30,774 per capita
$149,000 Home Value $231,835 Zillow
$765 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,696 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,000 home value, $765/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,696
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $149,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

How Wellman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,539
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,438/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,696
Per Capita$30,774
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,863M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,000
Rent$765
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,835

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation755 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Wellman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wellman receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wellman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wellman is $56,696, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wellman is $149,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wellman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 25.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wellman has a population of 1,539 with a density of 1,438 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%).

Population

1,539
Total Population
1,438
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wellman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wellman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wellman is $56,696, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Wellman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,696
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,774
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$77,685

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$1,863M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare61
Retail89
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,261
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wellman is $149,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,835.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,835
Median List Price$242,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$242,450
$/Sq Ft$106
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,261
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Wellman, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wellman vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death6,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities61

Crime Rates: Wellman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Wellman has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall25.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,438/sq mi
Coordinates41.4692°N, 91.8352°W
County FIPS19183
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,438/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants43
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home4.7%

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