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Guthrie Center, IA
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Guthrie Center, IA
At a Glance
How Guthrie Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Guthrie Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Guthrie Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Guthrie Center residents earn a median household income of $67,679 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,118. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 395 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Guthrie Center is $117,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $198,547. Median rent is $839/month, with 26.4% 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 1949.
Safety & Crime
Guthrie Center reports 118 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,346/100K.
Education
19.4% of adults in Guthrie Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Guthrie Center has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.