Le Mars, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Plymouth County County
Le Mars, IA
At a Glance
How Le Mars Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Le Mars's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Le Mars a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Le Mars residents earn a median household income of $72,381 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,065. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 878 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Le Mars is $202,200 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $282,685. Median rent is $908/month, with 16.6% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Le Mars reports 104 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 922/100K.
Education
24.3% of adults in Le Mars hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Le Mars has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches.