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Creston, IA
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Creston, IA
At a Glance
How Creston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Creston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Creston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Creston residents earn a median household income of $50,752 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,905. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 459 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Creston is $112,600 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $148,825. Median rent is $672/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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Creston reports 334 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,107/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
23.9% of adults in Creston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Creston has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.