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Rathbun, IA
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Rathbun, IA
At a Glance
How Rathbun Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rathbun's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rathbun a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rathbun residents earn a median household income of $72,500 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,764. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 410 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rathbun is $55,000 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $56,794. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Safety & Crime
Rathbun reports 295 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,144/100K.
Education
0.0% of adults in Rathbun hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rathbun has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.