Ferguson, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Poweshiek County County
Ferguson, IA
At a Glance
How Ferguson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ferguson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ferguson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ferguson residents earn a median household income of $51,250 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,297. The unemployment rate stands at 18.9% (425% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 699 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ferguson is $75,700 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,919. Median rent is $590/month, with 22.1% 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 1942.
Education
10.8% of adults in Ferguson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 81.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ferguson has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches.