Cherokee, IA Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Hunter Alvarez Jan 22, 2026

Cost of living reality check -Cherokee

So, My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $48,693, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 5,157, Cherokee is a small town. Rent is about $707/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a ...

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Lucy White Sep 21, 2025

Is it worth buying in Cherokee?

Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Thoughts? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a...

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Hunter Alvarez Apr 2, 2025

Internet providers in Cherokee?

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 1 months ago and Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $119,400 on average. It's a a small town city with about 5,157 people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestl...

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Abigail Jan 12, 2025

Is Cherokee a good place to live?

Hey everyone, You can expect to pay around $707 for rent here. Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $119,400 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene wh...

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