Zearing, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Zearing is a small town in Iowa with a population of 584. Residents earn $67,031 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
584 Population 779/sq mi density
$67,031 Median Income $28,770 per capita
$138,600 Home Value $238,453 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$67,031 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,600 home value, $1,125/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,031
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,600
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.3%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population584
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density779/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,031
Per Capita$28,770
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty19.2%
County GDP$7,790M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,600
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,453

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation1,033 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute26 min
Libraries13

Is Zearing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zearing receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Zearing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zearing is $67,031, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zearing is $138,600, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Zearing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 30.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Zearing has a population of 584 with a density of 779 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

584
Total Population
779
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zearing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Zearing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zearing is $67,031, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Zearing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,031
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,770
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$86,259

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,066
County GDP$7,790M

Business (County)

Restaurants268
Healthcare229
Retail275
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,724
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Zearing is $138,600, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,453.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,600
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,453

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% 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-Occupied79.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,724
64% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Zearing, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death4,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities229

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Zearing has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall30.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,033 ft (315 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density779/sq mi
Coordinates42.1589°N, 93.2972°W
County FIPS19169
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.73
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density779/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities229
Restaurants268
Retail Stores275

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

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