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Belle Plaine, IA
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Belle Plaine, IA
At a Glance
How Belle Plaine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Belle Plaine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Belle Plaine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Belle Plaine residents earn a median household income of $70,517 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,158. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 708 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Belle Plaine is $111,600 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,488. Median rent is $796/month, with 25.4% 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 1947.
Safety & Crime
Belle Plaine reports 199 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 239/100K.
Education
18.4% of adults in Belle Plaine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Belle Plaine 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 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.