Grinnell, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Poweshiek County County
Grinnell, IA
At a Glance
How Grinnell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grinnell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grinnell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grinnell residents earn a median household income of $64,426 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,382. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.4% 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 Grinnell is $191,700 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,770. Median rent is $876/month, with 28.8% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Grinnell reports 169 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,238/100K.
Education
41.1% of adults in Grinnell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grinnell 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 38.2 inches.