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Coon Rapids, IA
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Coon Rapids, IA
At a Glance
How Coon Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Coon Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Coon Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Coon Rapids residents earn a median household income of $64,338 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,451. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 395 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Coon Rapids is $129,300 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,983. Median rent is $760/month, with 26.3% 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 1945.
Safety & Crime
Coon Rapids reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 941/100K.
Education
18.2% of adults in Coon Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Coon Rapids has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.