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Battle Creek, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Ida County County
Battle Creek, IA
At a Glance
How Battle Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Battle Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Battle Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Battle Creek residents earn a median household income of $59,519 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,828. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 302 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Battle Creek is $72,300 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $110,308. Median rent is $450/month, with 26.2% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Battle Creek reports 291 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,181/100K.
Education
9.1% of adults in Battle Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Battle Creek has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.