Willey, IA

Iowa

Willey is a small town in Iowa with a population of 113. Residents earn $100,417 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
113 Population 452/sq mi density
$100,417 Median Income $34,457 per capita
$156,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$100,417 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,417
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,417
Per Capita$34,457
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$473M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation1,348 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute17 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries2

Is Willey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willey receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Willey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willey is $100,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Willey among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willey is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x 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%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Willey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Willey has a population of 113 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

113
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Willey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willey is $100,417, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Willey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,417
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,457
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$76,458

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)239
County GDP$473M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare18
Retail20
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,471
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Willey is $156,300, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,471
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Willey, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking25.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death5,136/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Willey has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates41.9788°N, 94.8224°W
County FIPS19009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 38.4-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants12
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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