Decorah, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Winneshiek County County
Decorah, IA
At a Glance
How Decorah Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Decorah's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Decorah a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Decorah residents earn a median household income of $62,177 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,046. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 767 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Decorah is $234,600 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $309,987. Median rent is $788/month, with 26.9% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Decorah reports 119 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 224/100K.
Education
46.1% of adults in Decorah hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Decorah has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches.