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Wiota, IA

Iowa

Wiota is a small town in Iowa with a population of 82. Residents earn $76,042 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
82 Population 273/sq mi density
$76,042 Median Income $41,257 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $199,652 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,042
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population82
Median Age65.7 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,042
Per Capita$41,257
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$991M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,652
Housing Units56
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking18.9%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,245 ft (379 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries6

Is Wiota a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wiota receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wiota offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wiota is $76,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wiota is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wiota experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wiota has a population of 82 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 65.7 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

82
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
65.7yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wiota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wiota vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wiota is $76,042, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wiota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,042
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,257
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$70,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)541
County GDP$991M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare46
Retail64
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,055
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wiota is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,652.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,652

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,055
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In Wiota, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death7,565/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities46
Wiota has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,245 ft (379 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates41.4008°N, 94.8873°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants31
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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