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North Sioux City, SD
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North Sioux City, SD
At a Glance
How North Sioux City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Sioux City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Sioux City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Sioux City residents earn a median household income of $76,481 , which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,673. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 504 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Sioux City is $234,500 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $414,793. Median rent is $1,092/month, with 26.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1997.
Safety & Crime
North Sioux City reports 205 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,876/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
27.8% of adults in North Sioux City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North Sioux City has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.