Keokuk, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Hancock County County
Keokuk, IA
At a Glance
How Keokuk Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Keokuk's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Keokuk a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Keokuk residents earn a median household income of $49,340 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,785. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 412 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Keokuk is $93,700 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $84,736. Median rent is $810/month, with 30.9% 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 1950.
Safety & Crime
Keokuk reports 319 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,618/100K.
Education
17.4% of adults in Keokuk hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Keokuk has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches.