Anamosa, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Jones County County
Anamosa, IA
At a Glance
How Anamosa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Anamosa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Anamosa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Anamosa residents earn a median household income of $56,167 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,245. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 667 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Anamosa is $164,900 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $255,845. Median rent is $897/month, with 29.1% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Anamosa reports 104 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 587/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Anamosa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Anamosa has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches.