Aplington, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Butler County County
Aplington, IA
At a Glance
How Aplington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Aplington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Aplington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Aplington residents earn a median household income of $70,093 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,146. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 424 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Aplington is $131,800 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,168. Median rent is $650/month, with 18.2% 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 1962.
Education
25.0% of adults in Aplington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Aplington has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches.