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Baldwin, IA
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Baldwin, IA
At a Glance
How Baldwin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Baldwin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Baldwin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Baldwin residents earn a median household income of $49,583 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,899. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 674 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Baldwin is $49,000 , 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $248,057. Median rent is $850/month, with 26.9% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Baldwin reports 165 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,111/100K.
Education
8.0% of adults in Baldwin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Baldwin has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.