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Armstrong, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Emmet County County
Armstrong, IA
At a Glance
How Armstrong Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Armstrong's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Armstrong a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Armstrong residents earn a median household income of $52,279 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,455. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 330 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Armstrong is $86,400 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $166,959. Median rent is $632/month, with 17.5% 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 1949.
Safety & Crime
Armstrong reports 580 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,134/100K.
Education
11.7% of adults in Armstrong hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Armstrong has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.