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Mapleton, IA
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Mapleton, IA
At a Glance
How Mapleton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mapleton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mapleton residents earn a median household income of $52,955 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,510. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 299 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mapleton is $116,400 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $168,927. Median rent is $780/month, with 31.6% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Mapleton reports 411 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,984/100K.
Education
19.0% of adults in Mapleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mapleton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.