Sigourney, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Keokuk County County
Sigourney, IA
At a Glance
How Sigourney Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sigourney's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sigourney a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sigourney residents earn a median household income of $51,528 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,194. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 316 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sigourney is $109,500 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $146,035. Median rent is $903/month, with 30.3% 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 1960.
Education
21.3% of adults in Sigourney hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sigourney has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches.