Fontanelle, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Adair County County
Fontanelle, IA
At a Glance
How Fontanelle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fontanelle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fontanelle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fontanelle residents earn a median household income of $66,500 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,167. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 332 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fontanelle is $93,800 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $183,792. Median rent is $856/month, with 17.9% 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 1948.
Education
14.6% of adults in Fontanelle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fontanelle has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches.