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Maquoketa, IA
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Maquoketa, IA
At a Glance
How Maquoketa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Maquoketa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Maquoketa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Maquoketa residents earn a median household income of $56,039 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,246. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 674 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Maquoketa is $126,800 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $194,426. Median rent is $745/month, with 30.3% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Maquoketa reports 251 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 34% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,311/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
17.0% of adults in Maquoketa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Maquoketa has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.