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Blakesburg, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Davis County County
Blakesburg, IA
At a Glance
How Blakesburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blakesburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blakesburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blakesburg residents earn a median household income of $48,750 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,127. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 256 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blakesburg is $79,400 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $231,842. Median rent is $589/month, with 33.9% 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
Blakesburg reports 26 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 93% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,000/100K.
Education
10.2% of adults in Blakesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blakesburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.