Prescott, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Adams County County
Prescott, IA
At a Glance
How Prescott Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Prescott's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Prescott a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Prescott residents earn a median household income of $66,750 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,990. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 148 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Prescott is $65,000 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $141,502. Median rent is $920/month, with 33.0% 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 1938.
Education
7.9% of adults in Prescott hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Prescott has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches.