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Pocahontas, IA
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Pocahontas, IA
At a Glance
How Pocahontas Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pocahontas's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pocahontas a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pocahontas residents earn a median household income of $56,298 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,862. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 265 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pocahontas is $96,600 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $117,529. Median rent is $700/month, with 18.8% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Pocahontas reports 580 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,134/100K.
Education
21.8% of adults in Pocahontas hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pocahontas 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 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.