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Independence, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Buchanan County County
Independence, IA
At a Glance
How Independence Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Independence's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Independence a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Independence residents earn a median household income of $72,250 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,517. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 638 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Independence is $156,900 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $211,726. Median rent is $769/month, with 27.3% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Independence reports 361 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,314/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
24.0% of adults in Independence hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Independence has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.