Bonaparte, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Van Buren County County
Bonaparte, IA
At a Glance
How Bonaparte Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bonaparte's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bonaparte a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bonaparte residents earn a median household income of $40,000 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,773. The unemployment rate stands at 8.9% (147% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 224 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bonaparte is $68,500 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $203,698. Median rent is $450/month, with 26.0% 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 1946.
Education
8.9% of adults in Bonaparte hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 91.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bonaparte has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.