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Rome, IA
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Rome, IA
At a Glance
How Rome Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rome's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rome a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rome residents earn a median household income of $29,531 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,066. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 638 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rome is $61,300 , 78% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $187,171. Median rent is $1,021/month, with 46.9% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Rome reports 127 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,921/100K.
Education
1.9% of adults in Rome hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below the national average). 84.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rome has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.