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Remsen, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Cherokee County County
Remsen, IA
At a Glance
How Remsen Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Remsen's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Remsen a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Remsen residents earn a median household income of $98,250 , which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,555. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 452 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Remsen is $184,700 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $267,521. Median rent is $1,014/month, with 15.2% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Remsen reports 16 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 96% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 612/100K.
Education
12.4% of adults in Remsen hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Remsen 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 31.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.