Muscatine, IA
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Muscatine, IA
At a Glance
How Muscatine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Muscatine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Muscatine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Muscatine residents earn a median household income of $59,332 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,057. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,233 business establishments, including 105 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Muscatine is $146,900 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $195,204. Median rent is $979/month, with 27.9% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Muscatine reports 263 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,232/100K.
Education
21.2% of adults in Muscatine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Muscatine has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.