What are the schools like in Dunlap, IA?

Dunlap is served primarily by Boyer Valley Comm School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Dunlap?

The median household income in Dunlap, IA is $56,667 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.8%.

What is the weather like in Dunlap, IA?

Dunlap has an average high temperature of 30.7°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.7 inches.

Dunlap, IA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Dunlap, IA affordable or expensive?

Dunlap's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dunlap is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $105,600 and the median rent is $838 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Dunlap, IA?

Crime rate data for Dunlap is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Dunlap, IA a Good Place to Live?

Dunlap is a small town of 1,418 in Iowa, with a median household income of $56,667 and a 5.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Dunlap stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Dunlap is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Dunlap city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 92.5

Dunlap's overall cost of living index is 92.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dunlap costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dunlap, IA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$105,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$838	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	69.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,667	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Dunlap is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Dunlap is served primarily by Boyer Valley Comm School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dunlap, IA	National Avg
School District	Boyer Valley Comm School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dunlap sees average highs of 30.7°F in January and 85.6°F in July, with 34.4 inches of annual precipitation and 28.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dunlap, IA
Average High — January	30.7°F
Average High — July	85.6°F
Annual Precipitation	34.4"
Annual Snowfall	28.7"

Demographics

Metric	Dunlap, IA	National Avg
Population	1,418	—
Median Age	48.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	16.1%	22.2%
65 and over	26.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Dow City, IA 8 mi Arion, IA 10 mi Woodbine, IA 10 mi Earling, IA 11 mi Panama, IA 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Dunlap

Dunlap, IA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

51529

Dunlap vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dunlap, IA affordable or expensive?

Dunlap's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dunlap roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $105,600 and median rent is $838/month.

What is the crime rate in Dunlap, IA?

Crime data for Dunlap is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Dunlap?

Public schools in Dunlap are operated by Boyer Valley Comm School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 15.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dunlap, IA a good place to live?

Dunlap, IA has a population of 1,418, a median household income of $56,667, and an unemployment rate of 5.8%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Dunlap?

Dunlap averages 30.7°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 34.4 inches with about 28.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dunlap?

Dunlap, IA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 51529.

What is the population of Dunlap?

The population of Dunlap, Iowa is 1,418 with a median age of 48.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dunlap?

Key numbers for living in Dunlap: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $105,600, median household income $56,667, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dunlap side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.