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Mitchell, IA
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Mitchell, IA
At a Glance
How Mitchell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mitchell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mitchell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mitchell residents earn a median household income of $66,250 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,763. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 372 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mitchell is $119,200 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,874. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Mitchell reports 55 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 86% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,127/100K.
Education
2.1% of adults in Mitchell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below the national average). 79.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mitchell 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 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.