Marshalltown, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Marshall County County
Marshalltown, IA
At a Glance
How Marshalltown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marshalltown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marshalltown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marshalltown residents earn a median household income of $68,854 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,271. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,026 business establishments, including 83 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marshalltown is $117,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $180,076. Median rent is $864/month, with 23.6% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Marshalltown reports 297 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,817/100K. The murder rate is 7.3/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Marshalltown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 82.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marshalltown 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 32.8 inches.