Blue Grass, IA

Blue Grass, IA

At a Glance

How Blue Grass Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Blue Grass's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Blue Grass a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Blue Grass residents earn a median household income of $87,083 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,644. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,880 business establishments, including 375 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Blue Grass is $202,400 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $359,978. Median rent is $1,158/month, with 27.7% 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 1978.

Education

30.2% of adults in Blue Grass hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Blue Grass has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches.

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