What are the schools like in Mondamin, IA?

Mondamin is served primarily by West Harrison Comm School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Mondamin?

The median household income in Mondamin, IA is $71,354 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.4%.

What is the weather like in Mondamin, IA?

Mondamin has an average high temperature of 29.4°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 45.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Mondamin, IA affordable or expensive?

Mondamin's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mondamin is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $94,000 and the median rent is $888 per month.

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

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

Is Mondamin, IA a Good Place to Live?

Mondamin is a small town of 389 in Iowa, with a median household income of $71,354 and a 6.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

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

All Mondamin 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

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

Metric	Mondamin, IA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$94,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$888	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,354	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Mondamin is served primarily by West Harrison Comm School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mondamin, IA	National Avg
School District	West Harrison Comm School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mondamin sees average highs of 29.4°F in January and 85.8°F in July, with 39.8 inches of annual precipitation and 45.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mondamin, IA
Average High — January	29.4°F
Average High — July	85.8°F
Annual Precipitation	39.8"
Annual Snowfall	45.6"

Demographics

Metric	Mondamin, IA	National Avg
Population	389	—
Median Age	40.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.8%	22.2%
65 and over	12.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Modale, IA 6 mi River Sioux, IA 7 mi Little Sioux, IA 7 mi Magnolia, IA 8 mi Pisgah, IA 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Mondamin

Mondamin, IA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

51557

Mondamin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mondamin, IA affordable or expensive?

Mondamin's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mondamin roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $94,000 and median rent is $888/month.

What is the crime rate in Mondamin, IA?

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

What are the schools like in Mondamin?

Public schools in Mondamin are operated by West Harrison Comm School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 16.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mondamin, IA a good place to live?

Mondamin, IA has a population of 389, a median household income of $71,354, and an unemployment rate of 6.4%. 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 Mondamin?

Mondamin averages 29.4°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.8 inches with about 45.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mondamin?

Mondamin, IA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 51557.

What is the population of Mondamin?

The population of Mondamin, Iowa is 389 with a median age of 40.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mondamin?

Key numbers for living in Mondamin: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $94,000, median household income $71,354, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mondamin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.