Woodbine, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Woodbine is a small town in Iowa with a population of 1,418. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,418 Population 854/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $33,781 per capita
$141,900 Home Value $223,677 Zillow
$858 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,900 home value, $858/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,900
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,418
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density854/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$33,781
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$675M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,900
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,677

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Elevation1,103 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Libraries6

Is Woodbine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbine receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 below-average incomes. Woodbine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbine is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.0% 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 Woodbine is $141,900, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 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

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodbine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodbine has a population of 1,418 with a density of 854 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

1,418
Total Population
854
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbine is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Woodbine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,781
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$76,751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$675M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare30
Retail40
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbine is $141,900, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,677.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,900
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,677
Median List Price$291,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$291,000
$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% 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-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Woodbine, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death6,755/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Woodbine has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,103 ft (336 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density854/sq mi
Coordinates41.7363°N, 95.7111°W
County FIPS19085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density854/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants29
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

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