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Algona, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Kossuth County County
Algona, IA
At a Glance
How Algona Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Algona's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Algona a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Algona residents earn a median household income of $52,542 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,112. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 644 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Algona is $156,200 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,871. Median rent is $887/month, with 27.5% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Algona reports 388 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 554/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
23.7% of adults in Algona hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Algona has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.