Colfax, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Jasper County County
Colfax, IA
At a Glance
How Colfax Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Colfax's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Colfax a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Colfax residents earn a median household income of $82,878 , which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,573. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 984 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Colfax is $160,500 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $191,730. Median rent is $830/month, with 22.7% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
Colfax reports 132 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 309/100K.
Education
20.8% of adults in Colfax hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Colfax has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches.