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Shell Rock, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Butler County County
Shell Rock, IA
At a Glance
How Shell Rock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shell Rock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shell Rock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shell Rock residents earn a median household income of $70,556 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,234. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 424 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shell Rock is $159,100 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,091. Median rent is $750/month, with 26.5% 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 1949.
Safety & Crime
Shell Rock reports 544 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,492/100K.
Education
17.8% of adults in Shell Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shell Rock has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.