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Pella, IA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Thomas Y.

Rent in Pella getting crazy

It's a a small town city with about 10,624 people. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $81,201, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school syste...

10 replies 9 upvotes housing
Jackson Nelson

Commute times in Pella -how bad?

Alright, Median household income is $81,201, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 10,624, Pella is a small town. Poverty rate is 1.3%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Pella sits at 96.8 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a ...

1 replies 2 upvotes jobs
Lucy Reed

Is Pella worth moving to in 2026?

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Pella sits at 96.8 per 100K. The median home value here is around $259,600, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to lo...

6 replies 12 upvotes moving
Gabriel Baker

How are the schools in Pella?

Hi all, I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $259,600 on average. It's a a small town city with about 10,624 people. You can expect to pay around $1,041 for rent here. Poverty rate is 1.3%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $81,201, which feels pretty solid for the area. ...

2 replies 11 upvotes qa
Gabriel Baker

Cost of living reality check -Pella

With a population of 10,624, Pella is a small town. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

1 replies 13 upvotes housing
Jackson Nelson

Worst things about Pella nobody talks about

Alright, I'm single, late 30s, and It's a a small town city with about 10,624 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Would love some local perspective.

3 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Jackson F.

First time home buyer in Pella

Alright, Just moved here 10 months ago and Household incomes average around $81,201 in Pella. The unemployment rate is 0.7%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

1 replies 12 upvotes housing
Adrian Rogers

How are the schools in Pella?

Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

8 replies 15 upvotes qa
Joseph

Healthcare options in Pella?

OK so I've been here for 1 years and The unemployment rate is 0.7%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks! The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community...

0 replies 12 upvotes qa
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