Indianola, IA
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Indianola, IA
At a Glance
How Indianola Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Indianola's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Indianola a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Indianola residents earn a median household income of $78,125 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,388. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,410 business establishments, including 83 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Indianola is $228,100 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $312,612. Median rent is $966/month, with 28.6% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Indianola reports 224 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,478/100K.
Education
33.5% of adults in Indianola hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Indianola has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches.