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Cantril, IA
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Cantril, IA
At a Glance
How Cantril Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cantril's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cantril a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cantril residents earn a median household income of $37,500 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,777. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 155 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cantril is $76,200 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $160,549. Median rent is $1,025/month, with 38.3% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Cantril reports 227 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 378/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Cantril hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 81.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cantril has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.