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West Amana, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

West Amana is a small town in Iowa with a population of 45. Residents earn $82,813 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
45 Population 167/sq mi density
$82,813 Median Income $36,622 per capita
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,813
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population45
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density167/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,813
Per Capita$36,622
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute11 min

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking13.6%
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation790 ft (241 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+12.5%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute11 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries8

Is West Amana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Amana receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. West Amana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Amana is $82,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

West Amana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Amana has a population of 45 with a density of 167 people per square mile. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%).

Population

45
Total Population
167
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Amana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Amana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Amana is $82,813, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: West Amana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,813
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,622
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In West Amana, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 18.6% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Amana vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493
West Amana has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation790 ft (241 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density167/sq mi
Coordinates41.8085°N, 91.9655°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19103
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.1-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+12.5%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density167/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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