Cedar Rapids, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Johnson County County
Cedar Rapids, IA
At a Glance
How Cedar Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cedar Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cedar Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cedar Rapids residents earn a median household income of $67,859 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,824. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,140 business establishments, including 448 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cedar Rapids is $177,100 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,086. Median rent is $925/month, with 27.9% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Cedar Rapids reports 264 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,726/100K. The murder rate is 1.5/100K.
Education
32.9% of adults in Cedar Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cedar Rapids has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.