Woden, IA

Iowa

Woden is a small town in Iowa with a population of 184. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 376/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $25,264 per capita
$72,100 Home Value $105,119 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,100 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density376/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans14.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$25,264
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$690M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,119

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation1,229 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute32 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries5

Is Woden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woden receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woden is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woden is $72,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Woden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woden has a population of 184 with a density of 376 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 14.7% Hispanic.

Population

184
Total Population
376
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woden is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Woden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,264
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$70,658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)393
County GDP$690M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare31
Retail49
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Woden is $72,100, 74% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,119.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,100
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$105,119

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-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,053
13% below US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In Woden, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death5,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Woden has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,229 ft (375 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density376/sq mi
Coordinates43.2308°N, 93.9114°W
County FIPS19189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.7-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density376/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants21
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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