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Orleans, IA
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Orleans, IA
At a Glance
How Orleans Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orleans's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orleans a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orleans residents earn a median household income of $66,058 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,542. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 958 business establishments, including 107 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Orleans is $448,800 , 59% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $633,456. Median rent is $961/month, with 17.7% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Orleans reports 121 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,111/100K.
Education
40.0% of adults in Orleans hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orleans has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.