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Woolstock, IA

Iowa

Woolstock is a small town in Iowa with a population of 183. Residents earn $87,857 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
183 Population 174/sq mi density
$87,857 Median Income $38,534 per capita
$84,500 Home Value $178,647 Zillow
$813 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$87,857 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,500 home value, $813/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,857
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $84,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$87,857
Per Capita$38,534
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$1,247M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,500
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,647
Housing Units107
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.6%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,104 ft (336 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries5

Is Woolstock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woolstock receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Woolstock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woolstock is $87,857, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woolstock is $84,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Woolstock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woolstock has a population of 183 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

183
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Woolstock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woolstock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woolstock is $87,857, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Woolstock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,857
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,534
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$67,568

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,247M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woolstock is $84,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,647.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,500
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,647

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,919
12% above US avg
Effective Rate4.64%
In Woolstock, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death6,879/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.5%
Healthcare Facilities35
Woolstock has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,104 ft (336 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates42.5648°N, 93.8431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19197
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.73
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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