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Woodburn, IA

Iowa

Woodburn is a small town in Iowa with a population of 148. Residents earn $43,021 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
148 Population 235/sq mi density
$43,021 Median Income $25,508 per capita
$70,300 Home Value $263,817 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$43,021 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,300 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,021
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.3%
96% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density235/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,021
Per Capita$25,508
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.3%
County GDP$639M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,817
Housing Units93
Rent Burden32.3%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking15.0%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation956 ft (291 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries2

Is Woodburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodburn receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woodburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodburn is $43,021, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodburn is $70,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% 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

Woodburn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°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 38.7 inches, including 28.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodburn has a population of 148 with a density of 235 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

148
Total Population
235
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodburn is $43,021, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Woodburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,021
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,508
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$60,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.3%
96% above US avg
Establishments (County)248
County GDP$639M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail25
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodburn is $70,300, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,817.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,300
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$263,817

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.4%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,650
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.61%
In Woodburn, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death8,721/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities29
Woodburn has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall28.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation956 ft (291 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates41.0109°N, 93.5963°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density235/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone65.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.7%

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