Ackley, IA—50601
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Home Price Trends — Ackley, IA
Ackley, IA lacks sufficient home price data for analysis.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $136,000 | -3.4% |
| Single Family | $136,000 | -2.2% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $104,000 | -4.6% |
3 Bed | $147,000 | -1.3% |
4 Bed | $162,000 | 3.2% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Ackley, IA
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Ackley, IA is $712, with a year-over-year rent change of 42.4%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Ackley, IA is 2-bedrooms: $675, 3-bedrooms: $750. The most common rental property sizes in Ackley, IA are 3-bedroom and 1-bedroom, accounting for 32.2% and 22.4% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $675 | $712 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 2 Bed Rent | $675 | $675 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $750 | $750 |
| 4 Bed Rent | N/A | N/A |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Ackley, IA
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Ackley, IA is 61. This is a decrease of -69.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market shorter than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 0.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $189,000 | 41.0% |
Listing Count | 14 | 56.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.3% | 56.0% |
Days on Market | 61 | -69.0% |
Demographics — Ackley, IA
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Ackley, IA has a population of 2,380, which has decreased by -9.9% over the past 5 years. Ackley, IA is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 18.8% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 21.0% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 4.9% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 2,380 | -9.9% |
% Under 18 | 18.8% | -21.7% |
% Seniors | 21.6% | -2.7% |
% WFH | 4.9% | -44.9% |
% w/ College Degree | 21.0% | -10.3% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Ackley, IA is a predominantly white area, with 89.8% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 2.1% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Ackley, IA is hispanic, making up 7.6% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 4.6% of the population in Ackley, IA, and this percentage has increased by 70.4% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 89.8% | -2.1% |
% Black | 0.0% | N/A |
% Hispanic | 7.6% | 2.7% |
% Asian | 1.1% | ∞% |
% Foreign Born | 4.6% | 70.4% |
Mortgage and Risk — Ackley, IA
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 49 mortgage originations in Ackley, IA, of which 88.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 68.0%, with 22.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Ackley, IA. Investor activity is low, as 12.0% of loans were by investors. 4.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 49 |
% Conventional Loans | 88.0% |
% Government Loans | 12.0% |
% Investor Loans | 12.0% |
% Second Loans | 2.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 4.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Ackley, IA
Ackley, IA lacks sufficient Section 8 program data for analysis.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 13 |
Total Units Section 8 | 13 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 4.0% |
% Occupied Section 8 | N/A |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $670 |
| 2 Bedroom | $205 | $675 | $880 |
| 3 Bedroom | $400 | $750 | $1,150 |
| 4 Bedroom | N/A | N/A | $1,450 |
Affordability — Ackley, IA
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.1 |
| Median Home Price | $136,000 |
| Median Household Income | $63,900 |