Marengo, IA
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Marengo, IA
At a Glance
How Marengo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marengo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marengo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marengo residents earn a median household income of $58,125 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,275. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 708 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marengo is $114,100 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,083. Median rent is $722/month, with 24.5% 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 1957.
Safety & Crime
Marengo reports 167 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,337/100K.
Education
12.6% of adults in Marengo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marengo has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches.