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Houghton, Iowa

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Population in 2022: 136 (0% urban, 100% rural).
Population change since 2000: +4.6%
 
Males: 74  (54.5%)
Females: 62  (45.5%)
Median resident age:

54.5 years
Iowa median age:

38.9 years

Zip code: 52625

Estimated median household income in 2022: $106,414 (it was $47,500 in 2000)
Houghton:

$106,414
IA:

$69,588

Estimated per capita income in 2022: $53,094 (it was $19,203 in 2000)

Estimated median house or condo value in 2022: $184,206 (it was $70,000 in 2000)
Houghton:

$184,206
IA:

$194,600

Mean prices in 2022: all housing units: $207,498; detached houses: $207,029

Median gross rent in 2022: $658.

March 2022 cost of living index in Houghton: 81.6 (low, U.S. average is 100)
Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2022: 2.6%

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  • Races in Houghton, IA (2022)
    • 7496.1%White alone
    • 22.6%Two or more races



According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there was 1 registered sex offender living in Houghton, Iowa as of May 23, 2024.
The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Houghton is 153 to 1.


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Ancestries: German (77.3%), American (13.6%), Dutch (2.3%), English (2.3%), French (2.3%), Norwegian (2.3%).

Current Local Time: CST time zone

Incorporated on 02/19/1962

Elevation: 715 feet

Land area: 0.30 square miles.

Population density: 451 people per square mile   (low).

Houghton, Iowa map

Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units with mortgages in 2022: $2,256 (1.2%)
Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units with no mortgage in 2022: $1,528 (0.8%)

Nearest city with pop. 50,000+: Iowa City, IA (60.5 miles , pop. 62,220).

Nearest city with pop. 200,000+: St. Louis, MO (165.9 miles , pop. 348,189).

Nearest city with pop. 1,000,000+: Chicago, IL (217.0 miles , pop. 2,896,016).

Nearest cities:

Salem, IA (2.2 miles ),
St. Paul, IA (2.3 miles),
Hillsboro, IA (2.5 miles ),
West Point, IA (3.1 miles ),
Franklin, IA (3.1 miles),
Donnellson, IA (3.2 miles ),
Bonaparte, IA (3.4 miles ),
Farmington, IA (3.5 miles )

Latitude: 40.78 N, Longitude: 91.61 W

Area code: 319

Distribution of median household income in Houghton, IA in 2022
Distribution of house value in Houghton, IA in 2022

Houghton satellite photo by USGS

Single-family new house construction building permits:

  • 2006: 1 building, cost: $180,000
  • 2005: 1 building, cost: $160,000
  • 2004: 1 building, cost: $100,000
  • 2001: 1 building, cost: $150,000
  • 2000: 1 building, cost: $124,000
  • 1999: 1 building, cost: $259,000
  • 1998: 2 buildings, average cost: $125,000
  • 1997: 2 buildings, average cost: $112,500
Number of permits per 10,000 Houghton, IA residents
Average permit cost in Houghton, IA
Unemployment in December 2023:
Here:

3.6%
Iowa:

2.7%
Population change in the 1990s: +10 (+8.3%).
Most common industries in Houghton, IA (%)
Both Males Females
Most common industries in 2000
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting (15.4%)
  • Nonmetallic mineral products (11.5%)
  • Construction (10.3%)
  • Social assistance (7.7%)
  • Farm supplies merchant wholesalers (6.4%)
  • Machinery (6.4%)
  • Machinery, equipment, supplies merchant wholesalers (5.1%)
Most common industries for males in 2000
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting (23.1%)
  • Construction (15.4%)
  • Farm supplies merchant wholesalers (12.8%)
  • Nonmetallic mineral products (12.8%)
  • Fuel dealers (10.3%)
  • Machinery, equipment, supplies merchant wholesalers (7.7%)
  • Social assistance (7.7%)
Most common industries for females in 2000
  • Machinery (12.8%)
  • Nonmetallic mineral products (10.3%)
  • Professional, scientific, technical services (10.3%)
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting (7.7%)
  • U. S. Postal service (7.7%)
  • Educational services (7.7%)
  • Social assistance (7.7%)
Most common occupations in Houghton, IA (%)
Both Males Females
Most common occupations in 2000
  • Farmers and farm managers (11.5%)
  • Other office and administrative support workers, including supervisors (9.0%)
  • Life and physical scientists (6.4%)
  • Other sales and related occupations, including supervisors (6.4%)
  • Material recording, scheduling, dispatching, and distributing workers (6.4%)
  • Information and record clerks, except customer service representatives (5.1%)
  • Operations specialties managers, except financial managers (5.1%)
Most common occupations for males in 2000
  • Farmers and farm managers (23.1%)
  • Other sales and related occupations, including supervisors (12.8%)
  • Operations specialties managers, except financial managers (10.3%)
  • Metal workers and plastic workers (7.7%)
  • Life and physical scientists (5.1%)
  • Drafters, engineering, and mapping technicians (5.1%)
  • Retail sales workers, except cashiers (5.1%)
Most common occupations for females in 2000
  • Other office and administrative support workers, including supervisors (17.9%)
  • Information and record clerks, except customer service representatives (10.3%)
  • Life and physical scientists (7.7%)
  • Accountants and auditors (7.7%)
  • Child care workers (7.7%)
  • Material recording, scheduling, dispatching, and distributing workers (7.7%)
  • Advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales managers (5.1%)

Average climate in Houghton, Iowa

Based on data reported by over 4,000 weather stations

Houghton, Iowa average temperatures Houghton, Iowa average precipitation Houghton, Iowa humidity Houghton, Iowa wind speed Houghton, Iowa snowfall Houghton, Iowa sunshine Houghton, Iowa clear and cloudy days
Air pollution and air quality trends
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AQI NO2 SO2 Ozone PM10 PM2.5
Air Quality Index

Air Quality Index (AQI) level in 2023 was 89.3. This is worse than average.

City:

89.3
U.S.:

72.6
Nitrogen Dioxide Level

Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) [ppb] level in 2023 was 1.85. This is significantly better than average. Closest monitor was 21.5 miles away from the city center.

City:

1.85
U.S.:

5.11
Sulfur Dioxide Level

Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) [ppb] level in 2023 was 0.174. This is significantly better than average. Closest monitor was 16.9 miles away from the city center.

City:

0.174
U.S.:

1.515
Ozone Level

Ozone [ppb] level in 2023 was 38.1. This is about average. Closest monitor was 19.7 miles away from the city center.

City:

38.1
U.S.:

33.3
Particulate Matter Level

Particulate Matter (PM10) [µg/m3] level in 2005 was 18.9. This is about average. Closest monitor was 21.0 miles away from the city center.

City:

18.9
U.S.:

19.2
Particulate Matter Level

Particulate Matter (PM2.5) [µg/m3] level in 2023 was 9.70. This is about average. Closest monitor was 21.0 miles away from the city center.

City:

9.70
U.S.:

8.11

Tornado activity:

Houghton-area historical tornado activity is slightly below Iowa state average. It is 55% greater than the overall U.S. average.

On 1/24/1967, a category F4 (max. wind speeds 207-260 mph) tornado 33.1 miles away from the Houghton city center injured 2 people and caused between $500,000 and $5,000,000 in damages.

On 5/9/1959, a category F3 (max. wind speeds 158-206 mph) tornado 10.6 miles away from the city center injured one person and caused between $50,000 and $500,000 in damages.

Earthquake activity:

Houghton-area historical earthquake activity is significantly above Iowa state average. It is 196% greater than the overall U.S. average.

On 4/18/2008 at 09:36:59, a magnitude 5.4 (5.1 MB, 4.8 MS, 5.4 MW, 5.2 MW, Class: Moderate, Intensity: VI - VII) earthquake occurred 255.7 miles away from Houghton center
On 4/18/2008 at 09:36:59, a magnitude 5.2 (5.2 MW, Depth: 8.9 mi) earthquake occurred 255.7 miles away from Houghton center
On 6/10/1987 at 23:48:54, a magnitude 5.1 (4.9 MB, 4.4 MS, 4.6 MS, 5.1 LG) earthquake occurred 240.1 miles away from the city center
On 9/26/1990 at 13:18:51, a magnitude 5.0 (4.7 MB, 4.8 LG, 5.0 LG, Depth: 7.7 mi) earthquake occurred 273.9 miles away from the city center
On 9/3/2016 at 12:02:44, a magnitude 5.8 (5.8 MW, Depth: 3.5 mi) earthquake occurred 416.3 miles away from Houghton center
On 6/18/2002 at 17:37:15, a magnitude 5.0 (4.3 MB, 4.6 MW, 5.0 LG) earthquake occurred 281.7 miles away from Houghton center
Magnitude types: regional Lg-wave magnitude (LG), body-wave magnitude (MB), surface-wave magnitude (MS), moment magnitude (MW)

Natural disasters:

The number of natural disasters in Lee County (20) is greater than the US average (15).
Major Disasters (Presidential) Declared: 17
Emergencies Declared: 1

Causes of natural disasters: Floods: 16, Storms: 13, Tornadoes: 7, Winds: 3, Hurricane: 1, Winter Storm: 1, Other: 1 (Note: some incidents may be assigned to more than one category).
Houghton topographic map

Hospitals and medical centers near Houghton:

  • WEST POINT CARE CENTER (Nursing Home, about 10 miles away; WEST POINT, IA)
  • DONNELLSON HEALTH CENTER (Nursing Home, about 10 miles away; DONNELLSON, IA)
  • REGIONAL HOME HEALTH CARE, INC (Home Health Center, about 11 miles away; DONNELLSON, IA)
  • SOUTHEASTERN RENAL DIALYSIS, L.C. - MOUNT PLEASANT (Dialysis Facility, about 13 miles away; MOUNT PLEASANT, IA)
  • HENRY COUNTY HEALTH CENTER (Nursing Home, about 13 miles away; MOUNT PLEASANT, IA)
  • HOSPICE OF CENTRAL IOWA-MT PLEASANT (Hospital, about 13 miles away; MOUNT PLEASANT, IA)
  • MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE (Hospital, about 14 miles away; MOUNT PLEASANT, IA)

Amtrak stations near Houghton:

  • 14 miles: MOUNT PLEASANT (418 N. ADAMS ST.) . Services: ticket office, partially wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service.
  • 19 miles: FORT MADISON (1601 20TH ST.) . Services: ticket office, partially wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for car rental service.

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Houghton:

  • Southeastern Community College (about 24 miles; West Burlington, IA; Full-time enrollment: 2,251)
  • Indian Hills Community College (about 45 miles; Ottumwa, IA; FT enrollment: 4,034)
  • Western Illinois University (about 54 miles; Macomb, IL; FT enrollment: 10,755)
  • University of Iowa (about 61 miles; Iowa City, IA; FT enrollment: 24,735)
  • Truman State University (about 66 miles; Kirksville, MO; FT enrollment: 5,553)
  • Eastern Iowa Community College District (about 75 miles; Davenport, IA; FT enrollment: 5,507)
  • Augustana College (about 75 miles; Rock Island, IL; FT enrollment: 2,555)

Points of interest:

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Notable locations in Houghton: Houghton - Cedar Township Fire Department (A), Houghton City Hall (B), Houghton Library (C). Display/hide their locations on the map

Church in Houghton: Saint John's Church (A). Display/hide its location on the map

Lee County has a predicted average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L (pico curies per liter) - Highest Potential
Average household size:
This city:

2.4 people
Iowa:

2.4 people

Percentage of family households:
This city:

75.8%
Whole state:

64.7%

Percentage of households with unmarried partners:
This city:

3.2%
Whole state:

6.7%


No gay or lesbian households reported

Banks with branches in Houghton (2011 data):

  • Pilot Grove Savings Bank: Houghton Branch at 516 Main St., branch established on 1980/09/02. Info updated 2011/12/05: Bank assets: $376.5 mil, Deposits: $325.6 mil, headquarters in Pilot Grove, IA, positive income, Agricultural Specialization, 10 total offices, Holding Company: Pilot Grove Savings Bank Employee Stock Ownership Plan

For population 15 years and over in Houghton:

Marital status in Houghton, IA
  • Never married: 6.3%
  • Now married: 80.0%
  • Separated: 3.1%
  • Widowed: 1.6%
  • Divorced: 9.0%

For population 25 years and over in Houghton:

  • High school or higher: 100.0%
  • Bachelor's degree or higher: 30.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.3%
  • Unemployed: 9.3%
  • Mean travel time to work (commute): 11.8 minutes
Educational Attainment in 2022
School Enrollment by Level of School in 2022
Education Gini index (Inequality in education)
Here:

7.3
Iowa average:

10.5

Presidential Elections Results

Graphs represent county-level data. Detailed 2008 Election Results

Religion statistics for Houghton, IA (based on Lee County data)

Religions Adherents in 2010
Religions Adherents - Change between 2000 and 2010
ReligionAdherentsCongregations
Mainline Protestant6,76526
Catholic6,3897
Evangelical Protestant4,13732
Other7257
None17,846-
Source: Clifford Grammich, Kirk Hadaway, Richard Houseal, Dale E.Jones, Alexei Krindatch, Richie Stanley and Richard H.Taylor. 2012. 2010 U.S.Religion Census: Religious Congregations & Membership Study. Association of Statisticians of American Religious Bodies. Jones, Dale E., et al. 2002. Congregations and Membership in the United States 2000. Nashville, TN: Glenmary Research Center. Graphs represent county-level data

Food Environment Statistics:

Number of grocery stores: 8
Here:

2.24 / 10,000 pop.
Iowa:

2.14 / 10,000 pop.
Number of convenience stores (with gas): 20
Lee County:

5.60 / 10,000 pop.
State:

5.55 / 10,000 pop.
Number of full-service restaurants: 40
Here:

11.20 / 10,000 pop.
Iowa:

8.01 / 10,000 pop.
Adult diabetes rate:
This county:

8.1%
Iowa:

7.8%
Adult obesity rate:
Here:

28.2%
State:

27.3%
Low-income preschool obesity rate:
Lee County:

13.2%
Iowa:

14.5%
Local government employment and payroll (March 2022)
Function Full-time employees Monthly full-time payroll Average yearly full-time wage Part-time employees Monthly part-time payroll
Other Government Administration 0$0 6$3,805
Totals for Government 0$0 6$3,805

Houghton government finances - Expenditure in 2021 (per resident):

  • Current Operations - Sewerage: $74,000 ($544.12)
    General - Other: $49,000 ($360.29)
    Solid Waste Management: $13,000 ($95.59)
    Regular Highways: $9,000 ($66.18)
    Parks and Recreation: $6,000 ($44.12)
    Financial Administration: $4,000 ($29.41)
    Central Staff Services: $3,000 ($22.06)
    General Public Buildings: $3,000 ($22.06)
    Local Fire Protection: $1,000 ($7.35)
    Libraries: $1,000 ($7.35)
  • Total Salaries and Wages: $6,000 ($44.12)

Houghton government finances - Revenue in 2021 (per resident):

  • Charges - Sewerage: $47,000 ($345.59)
    Solid Waste Management: $8,000 ($58.82)
  • State Intergovernmental - Highways: $25,000 ($183.82)
  • Tax - Property: $72,000 ($529.41)
    General Sales and Gross Receipts: $23,000 ($169.12)

Houghton government finances - Cash and Securities in 2021 (per resident):

  • Other Funds - Cash and Securities: $489,000 ($3595.59)

Strongest AM radio stations in Houghton:

  • WHO (1040 AM; 50 kW; DES MOINES, IA; Owner: CITICASTERS LICENSES, L.P.)
  • KXEL (1540 AM; 50 kW; WATERLOO, IA; Owner: KXEL BROADCASTING COMPANY, INC.)
  • WSUI (910 AM; 5 kW; IOWA CITY, IA; Owner: THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA)
  • KCJJ (1630 AM; 10 kW; IOWA CITY, IA; Owner: RIVER CITY RADIO, INC.)
  • KBKB (1360 AM; 1 kW; FORT MADISON, IA; Owner: CITICASTERS LICENSES, L.P.)
  • KXEN (1010 AM; 50 kW; FESTUS-ST. LOUIS, MO; Owner: BDJ RADIO ENTERPRISES, LLC)
  • WSCR (670 AM; 50 kW; CHICAGO, IL; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
  • WHB (810 AM; 50 kW; KANSAS CITY, MO; Owner: UNION BROADCASTING, INC.)
  • KMOX (1120 AM; 50 kW; ST. LOUIS, MO; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
  • WGN (720 AM; 50 kW; CHICAGO, IL; Owner: WGN CONTINENTAL BROADCASTING CO.)
  • WBBM (780 AM; 50 kW; CHICAGO, IL; Owner: INFINITY BROADCASTING OPERATIONS, INC.)
  • WTMJ (620 AM; 50 kW; MILWAUKEE, WI; Owner: JOURNAL BROADCAST CORPORATION)
  • KILJ (1130 AM; daytime; 0 kW; MOUNT PLEASANT, IA; Owner: KILJ, INC.)

Strongest FM radio stations in Houghton:

  • KAYP (89.9 FM; BURLINGTON, IA; Owner: AMERICAN FAMILY ASSOCIATION)
  • KOKX-FM (95.3 FM; KEOKUK, IA; Owner: W. RUSSELL WITHERS, JR.)
  • KILJ-FM (105.5 FM; MOUNT PLEASANT, IA; Owner: KILJ, INC.)
  • KKNL (97.3 FM; NEW LONDON, IA; Owner: PRITCHARD BROADCASTING CO.)
  • KRNQ (96.3 FM; KEOKUK, IA; Owner: DAVID M. LISTER)
  • KDMG (103.1 FM; BURLINGTON, IA; Owner: PRITCHARD BROADCASTING COMPANY)
  • KBKB-FM (101.7 FM; FORT MADISON, IA; Owner: CITICASTERS LICENSES, L.P.)
  • KRXL (94.5 FM; KIRKSVILLE, MO; Owner: KIRX, INC.)
  • KGRS (107.3 FM; BURLINGTON, IA; Owner: CITICASTERS LICENSES, L.P.)

TV broadcast stations around Houghton:

  • KGWB-TV (Channel 26; BURLINGTON, IA; Owner: BURLINGTON TELEVISION ACQUISITION CORP.)
  • KTVO (Channel 3; KIRKSVILLE, MO; Owner: KTVO LICENSE SUBSIDIARY, INC.)
  • K38AB (Channel 38; FORT MADISON, ETC., IA; Owner: IOWA PUBLIC BROADCASTING BOARD)
  • KYOU-TV (Channel 15; OTTUMWA, IA; Owner: WAITT BROADCASTING, INC.)
  • K54AF (Channel 54; KEOSAUQUA, ETC., IA; Owner: IOWA PUBLIC BROADCASTING BOARD)

Houghton fatal accident list:

Mar 3, 2001 11:22 AM, Sr-16, Vehicles: 2, Persons: 2, Fatalities: 1
Sep 8, 1995 06:39 PM, 16, Vehicles: 1, Persons: 2, Pedestrians: 1, Fatalities: 1
  • National Bridge Inventory (NBI) Statistics
  • 13Number of bridges
  • 66ft / 19.8mTotal length
  • 9,070Total average daily traffic
  • 2,171Total average daily truck traffic
  • 9,070Total future (year 2038) average daily traffic
New bridges in Houghton, IA - historical statistics
  • New bridges - historical statistics
  • 11920-1929
  • 11930-1939
  • 11950-1959
  • 21960-1969
  • 11970-1979
  • 21990-1999
  • 32000-2009
  • 22010-2019
See full National Bridge Inventory statistics for Houghton, IA

FCC Registered Cell Phone Towers:

1 (See the full list of FCC Registered Cell Phone Towers in Houghton)

FCC Registered Antenna Towers:

9 (See the full list of FCC Registered Antenna Towers)

FCC Registered Broadcast Land Mobile Towers:

5
  • From Us Post Office Go 2 Blocks E And 1 Block S (Lat: 40.782528 Lon: -91.602667), Call Sign: KNDS326,
    Assigned Frequencies: 464.675 MHz, Grant Date: 09/17/2002, Expiration Date: 08/27/2012, Cancellation Date: 10/27/2012, Registrant: Universal Licensing Service, 3419 Via Lido 609, Newport Beach, CA 92663, Phone: (877) 677-3639, Fax: (949) 515-2544

  • On Hwy 16 .5 Mi N On W55 .5 Mi W (Lat: 40.784750 Lon: -91.625167), Call Sign: WYX363,
    Assigned Frequencies: 31.8800 MHz, Grant Date: 10/10/1995, Expiration Date: 09/20/2000, Cancellation Date: 12/03/2000, Registrant: Gilbert Meierotto, Route 1, Hillsboro, IA 52630, Phone: (319) 469-7461

  • Lat: 40.783083 Lon: -91.603222, Call Sign: KZM776,
    Assigned Frequencies: 150.890 MHz, Grant Date: 03/23/2002, Expiration Date: 04/17/2012, Cancellation Date: 06/23/2012, Registrant: Federal Licensing, Inc., 1588 Fairfield Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325, Phone: (717) 334-9262, Fax: (717) 334-6440

  • Lat: 40.783889 Lon: -91.606639, Call Sign: WQRI314,
    Assigned Frequencies: 453.425 MHz, 458.425 MHz, Grant Date: 05/17/2013, Expiration Date: 05/17/2023, Cancellation Date: 07/22/2023, Certifier: Jerry Bentler, Registrant: Electronic Applications Co., Inc., Burlington, IA 52601, Phone: (319) 752-2435, Fax: (319) 752-0157, Email:

  • Lat: 40.783083 Lon: -91.603222, Call Sign: WQSW880,
    Assigned Frequencies: 151.580 MHz, Grant Date: 09/27/2023, Expiration Date: 12/02/2033, Certifier: Marty Moeller, Registrant: Electronic Engineering Co, 1100 Keo Way, Des Moines, IA 50309, Phone: (515) 283-1100, Fax: (515) 283-1200, Email:


FCC Registered Microwave Towers:

1
  • HOUGHTON, 10 Miles S. Of Mt. Pleasant On W. Side Of Hwy 218 In Lee County (Lat: 40.813278 Lon: -91.566278), Type: Gtower, Structure height: 70.1 m, Overall height: 74.6 m, Call Sign: WPTK401,
    Assigned Frequencies: 6137.92 MHz, Grant Date: 09/21/2021, Expiration Date: 10/18/2031, Certifier: Steven T Campbell, Registrant: Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP, 1800 M Street Nw, Suite 800n, Washington, DC 20036, Phone: (202) 383-3420, Fax: (202) 783-5851, Email:


Houses and condos Apartments
Most commonly used house heating fuel in houses and condos in Houghton, IA
  • 63.0%Bottled, tank, or LP gas
  • 29.6%Electricity
  • 7.4%Utility gas
Most commonly used house heating fuel in apartments in Houghton, IA
  • 50.0%Bottled, tank, or LP gas
  • 50.0%Electricity


Houghton compared to Iowa state average:

  • Median household income above state average.
  • Black race population percentage significantly below state average.
  • Hispanic race population percentage significantly below state average.
  • Foreign-born population percentage significantly below state average.
  • Renting percentage below state average.
  • Length of stay since moving in significantly above state average.
  • Number of college students significantly below state average.
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