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Grand River, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Decatur County County
Grand River, IA
At a Glance
How Grand River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand River residents earn a median household income of $35,833 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,708. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 224 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grand River is $38,400 , 86% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $186,353. Median rent is $844/month, with 38.1% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Grand River reports 159 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,746/100K.
Education
12.8% of adults in Grand River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand River has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.