Albia, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Monroe County County
Albia, IA
At a Glance
How Albia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Albia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Albia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Albia residents earn a median household income of $67,791 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,558. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 254 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Albia is $132,500 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $176,927. Median rent is $803/month, with 33.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Albia reports 577 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 549/100K.
Education
23.4% of adults in Albia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Albia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches.