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Chariton, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Lucas County County
Chariton, IA
At a Glance
How Chariton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chariton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chariton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chariton residents earn a median household income of $52,109 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,795. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 252 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chariton is $84,200 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $157,223. Median rent is $716/month, with 26.2% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Chariton reports 236 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,973/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
12.6% of adults in Chariton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chariton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.