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Grundy Center, IA
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Grundy Center, IA
At a Glance
How Grundy Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grundy Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grundy Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grundy Center residents earn a median household income of $77,540 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,292. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 389 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grundy Center is $173,200 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $189,762. Median rent is $684/month, with 25.4% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Grundy Center reports 552 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,880/100K.
Education
24.2% of adults in Grundy Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grundy Center has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.