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Shenandoah, IA
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Shenandoah, IA
At a Glance
How Shenandoah Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shenandoah's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shenandoah a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shenandoah residents earn a median household income of $52,469 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,211. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 285 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shenandoah is $110,000 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,240. Median rent is $762/month, with 29.6% 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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Shenandoah reports 144 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 844/100K. The murder rate is 20.6/100K.
Education
18.2% of adults in Shenandoah hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shenandoah has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.