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Melvin, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Osceola County County
Melvin, IA
At a Glance
How Melvin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Melvin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Melvin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Melvin residents earn a median household income of $65,795 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,803. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 272 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Melvin is $51,500 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $126,498. Median rent is $600/month, with 20.8% 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 1951.
Safety & Crime
Melvin reports 276 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,697/100K.
Education
7.7% of adults in Melvin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 66.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Melvin has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.