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Solon, IA

Iowa · Johnson County · Iowa City Metro

Solon is a small town in Iowa with a population of 3,092. Residents earn $111,597 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,092 Population 1,933/sq mi density
$111,597 Median Income $42,369 per capita
$305,300 Home Value $437,716 Zillow
$1,166 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
345 Violent Crime/100K 866 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$111,597 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$305,300 home value, $1,166/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
345 violent crimes/100K (9% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $111,597
49% higher than US avg
Home Value $305,300
8% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 345/100K
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.3%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,166
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

How Solon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,092
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,933/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,597
Per Capita$42,369
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$305,300
Rent$1,166
Ownership80.4%
Zillow$437,716
Housing Units1,052
Rent Burden35.8%

Crime

F
Violent345/100K
Property866/100K

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking10.4%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation767 ft (234 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.3%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+12.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute21 min
Broadband94.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Solon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Solon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Solon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Solon is $111,597, which is significantly higher than the national average / 49% above $75,149. This places Solon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Solon is $305,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Solon is below the national average at 345 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 866 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Solon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Solon has a population of 3,092 with a density of 1,933 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.9% female and 42.1% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,092
Total Population
1,933
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Solon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Solon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Solon is $111,597, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,369. The average weekly wage is $1,238, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,140 business establishments, including 448 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Solon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,597
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,369
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$93,456
Gini Index0.495 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,140
County GDP$12,640M

Business (County)

Restaurants448
Healthcare493
Retail492
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Solon is $305,300, 8% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $437,716, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,166 (0% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,052 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2000. The average annual property tax is $6,982 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 35.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$305,300
8% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$437,716
Median List Price$279,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$279,900
$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops2.5%
Inventory40

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,166
0% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.4%
Owner-Occupied80.4%
Renter-Occupied19.6%
Housing Units1,052
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,982
99% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Solon, 29.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 26.9% have high blood pressure. 10.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 25.1% report binge drinking. 15.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.0% report depression. 15.2% experience frequent mental distress. 4.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:521. The dentist ratio is 1:424. 89.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Solon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.4%
26% below US avg
Binge Drinking25.1%
Physical Inactivity15.2%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.3%
Short Sleep29.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Primary Care1:521
Dentists1:424
Mental Health1:209
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits71.9%
Premature Death4,821/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access89.7%
Healthcare Facilities493
Solon has a violent crime rate of 345 per 100,000 residents, 9% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 866 per 100,000, 56% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Solon receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Solon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent345.1/100K
9% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property865.9/100K
56% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Solon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 767 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density1,933/sq mi
Coordinates41.8068°N, 91.4989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJohnson County County
Nearest AirportThe Eastern Iowa (CID)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score87.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability11.4 / 100
Community Resilience96.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

651 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 5 fatalities, 263 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 31, 2023 EF4 71 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF4 48 km 0
Aug 12, 1974 EF4 57 km 0
Aug 12, 1974 EF4 60 km 0
Aug 26, 1965 EF4 80 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 47 km 1
Apr 30, 1954 EF4 39 km 0
May 25, 2008 EF3 98 km 0
Jun 1, 2007 EF3 65 km 0
May 21, 2004 EF3 38 km 0
May 15, 1998 EF3 62 km 0
Jul 27, 1995 EF3 89 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 58 km 0
Jun 19, 1993 EF3 86 km 0
Jun 19, 1993 EF3 68 km 0
Jul 13, 1992 EF3 52 km 0
May 8, 1988 EF3 60 km 0
Aug 15, 1978 EF3 85 km 0
Nov 9, 1975 EF3 91 km 0
Jun 14, 1974 EF3 84 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

9 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 3 (1,206 ac, 1999).

Year Name Acres Distance
1999 UNIT 3 1,206 84 km
2002 HSB 03 2 1,130 84 km
2009 UNNAMED 939 63 km
2010 FOLEY 786 60 km
2000 DESTRUST A 756 83 km
2011 ACE AUTO 676 50 km
2006 HSB 003 674 85 km
2004 HSB 009 608 83 km
2011 IRCP WUI ROFAE #2 FY11 510 70 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 71°F (21°C) 4.5 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.7 in

Solon has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 20°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.1").

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Solon is located in Johnson County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 41.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 68.4% of the vote, a 38.1-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 493 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.3%
D 68.4%

Winner: Democrat by 38.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.3%
23% above US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+12.4%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,933/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyJohnson County County

Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Avg Download Speed107.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed29.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants448
Retail Stores492

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%
Average costs for common services in Solon. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132–$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176–$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702–$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132–$351)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132–$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351–$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$307)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132–$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351–$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439–$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702–$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176–$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878–$4,390)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$220)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$114)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70–$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527–$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439–$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176–$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351–$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132–$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$351)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$765
Toddler$659
Preschool$659
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$516
Toddler$508
Preschool$508
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Johnson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 9,289 496 $34,331 1.11
Accommodation & Food Services 8,326 410 $22,399 1.09
Health Care & Social Assistance 7,683 655 $44,456 0.64
Manufacturing 4,912 115 $76,958 0.71
Transportation & Warehousing 3,024 91 $55,917 0.85
Construction 2,852 380 $69,191 0.65
Professional & Technical Services 2,707 826 $94,059 0.46
Administrative & Waste Services 2,252 322 $54,316 0.46
Other Services 1,941 409 $48,120 0.77
Finance & Insurance 1,712 246 $90,607 0.50
Wholesale Trade 1,703 307 $94,778 0.52
Educational Services 1,318 130 $60,176 0.76
Management of Companies 926 121 $98,035 0.66
Real Estate 876 176 $56,188 0.67
Arts & Entertainment 848 81 $18,880 0.60
Information & Technology 563 188 $81,142 0.36
Utilities 120 8 $121,588 0.38

Schools in Solon

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lakeview Elementary Elementary 488 30 16.3:1
Solon High School High 475 31 15.3:1
Solon Middle School Middle 345 23 15.0:1
Solon Intermediate Elementary 215 10 21.5:1
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Radio Stations near Solon

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KRUI-FM (College Radio) alternative, college MP3 320 kbps
KRUI 89.7FM MP3 320 kbps
100.7 KKRQ The Fox classic rock AAC
IOWA PBR MP3 128 kbps
AM 800 KXIC news, talk AAC
News Radio 600 WMT news, talk AAC

Campgrounds Near Solon

13 campgrounds found near Solon.

NameRatingSitesPrice
East Overlook Day Use Area 5.0/5 2 $50
TAILWATER WEST CAMPGROUND 4.7/5 22 $14–$30
LINDER POINT CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 14 $26–$30
SUGAR BOTTOM CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 234 $14–$260
West Overlook Campground 4.5/5 89 $22–$28
Blanchard Island Recreation Area 4.4/5 1 $14
SANDY BEACH CAMP 4.4/5 56 $14–$28
TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 22 $14–$26
COTTONWOOD CAMPGROUND (IA) 4.1/5 11 $14
Sugar Bottom Day Use Area 1 $50
Tailwater West Day Use Area 1 $50
Turkey Creek Day Use Area 1 $50
West Overlook Day Use Area 1 $50

National Parks Near Solon

13 national parks and monuments found near Solon.

ParkTypeFee
Backbone State Park State Park Free
Cedar Rock State Park Free
Delabar State Park State Park Free
Geode State Park State Park Free
George Wyth State Park State Park Free
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Lake Darling State Park State Park Free
Lake Macbride State Park State Park Free
Maquoketa Caves State Park State Park Free
Nelson Dewey State Park State Park Free
Palisades-Kepler State Park State Park Free
Wapsipinicon State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Den State Park State Park Free

Museums in Solon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ANDERSON GALLERYART MUSEUM5152712268$71,603,174
ARMSTRONG GALLERYART MUSEUM$71,603,174
CONGER METCALF GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
PERRINE GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
REVA AND JOHN PASHGIAN GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
WINNIFRED M. CONE GALLERYART MUSEUM3193998585$63,222,458
JANALYN HANSON WHITE GALLERYART MUSEUM3193638213$41,269,626
LUNDY COMMONS GALLERYART MUSEUM3193638213$41,269,626
NATIONAL CZECH & SLOVAK MUSEUM & LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM3193628500$4,141,276
INDIAN CREEK NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3193620664$1,465,784
BRUCEMOREGENERAL MUSEUM3193627375$1,361,460
FELIX ADLER CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUM3196256255$1,294,456
CEDAR RAPIDS MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3193667503$1,219,752
HERBERT HOOVER PRESIDENTIALGENERAL MUSEUM3196435301$780,560
LEGION ARTSART MUSEUM3193641580$451,408
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM55 12TH AVENUE SE3198622101$306,292
CEDAR RAPIDS SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5824 COUNCIL ST NE3193637836$275,960
JOHNSON COUNTY HERITAGE TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION5 STURGIS DRIVE SUITE 12503193387030$179,064
IOWA AVIATION MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6413437184$170,863
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION860 QUARRY ROAD3193515738$170,863
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3193580196$170,863
CZECH VILLAGE / NEW BOHEMIA MAIN STREET DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION3194329785$113,754
WEST LIBERTY HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM407 NORTH ELM STREE3196273355$52,444
GRANGER HOUES - MARION HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3194476376$51,869
MARION CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6203829134$51,869
MARION HISTORIC MUSEUM INC. THE GRANGER HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION970 TENTH STREET3193776672$51,869
ST PETER AND PAUL HISTORICAL FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM3196242223$34,116
MANLY JUNCTION RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3192976000$5,677
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTUREGENERAL MUSEUM55 12TH AVENUE SE3198622101$1,422
WEST LIBERTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$34
ANTIQUE CAR MUSEUM OF IOWAGENERAL MUSEUM840 QUARRY RD3193543310
CEDAR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5638862899
CEDAR MEMORIAL GRANT WOODGENERAL MUSEUM3193667503
CEDAR RAPIDS HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CEDAR VALLEY RAILROAD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3193641408
ELY COMMUNITY HISTORY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1695 DOWS ST3198484963
GRANGER HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3193776672
HERBERT HOOVER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3196432541
HERBERT HOOVER PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORICAL KEYBOARD SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IOWA CITY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IOWA HALL GALLERYART MUSEUM3193985411
IOWA MASONIC LIBRARY AND MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM813 1ST AVE SE3193651438
IOWA SPACE SCIENCE CENTERNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
LATIN AMERICAN MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
LINN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION615 1ST AVE SE3193621501
MIDWESTERN HISTORICAL KEYBOARD SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OLD BRICK EPISCOPAL LUTHERANGENERAL MUSEUM3193512626
OLD CAPITOLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAND PRAIRIEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCIENCE STATIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3193637836
SEMINOLE VALLEY FARMGENERAL MUSEUM3193789240
SPRINGVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ST BRIDGET'S NOLAN SETTLEMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 BARRINGTON PLACE
STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF IOWAHISTORIC PRESERVATION3193353916
TWENTY-FOURTH IOWA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY REGIMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION2406 18TH ST SW
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ATHLETICS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM3193841031
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HOSPITALS AND CLINICS MEDICAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3193351727
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3193350481
USHERS FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3192865763
VICTOR AREA HISTORICAL ASSOICATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Solon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY123 S LINN ST0.0710,595
CEDAR RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY450 FIFTH AVE SE0.0662,871
MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY1095 6TH AVE0.0318,458
CORALVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY1401 5TH ST0.0233,657
NORTH LIBERTY COMMUNITY LIBRARY520 W CHERRY ST0.0153,856
HIAWATHA PUBLIC LIBRARY150 W WILLMAN ST0.0117,204
SOLON PUBLIC LIBRARY320 W MAIN ST0.082,466
ELY PUBLIC LIBRARY1595 DOWS ST0.027,349
WEST BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY300 NDOWNEY ST0.026,765
WEST LIBERTY PUBLIC LIBRARY400 N SPENCER0.023,400
LISBON PUBLIC LIBRARY101 E MAIN ST0.019,107
RUSSELL D. COLE LIBRARY620 THIRD ST SW0.012,967
MECHANICSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY218 E 1ST ST0.010,247
SPRINGMIER COMMUNITY LIBRARY311 W MARENGO RD0.06,200
SWISHER COMMUNITY LIBRARY72 2ND ST0.03,662
MARTELLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY AND HISTORICAL MUSEUM202 SOUTH ST0.02,500

Farmers Markets in Solon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
8th Avenue City Farmers Market8th Ave & 2nd St SEMay to OctoberTue:4:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Sat:7:30 AM - 12:00 PM;
Coralville Farmers' Market1513 7th St05/06/2019 to 10/07/2019Mon: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Downtown Farmers Market sponsored by West Liberty Chamber of CommerceSpencer Street05/04/2016 to 10/26/2016Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Ely Farmers Market1570 Rowley St.May 5, 2012 to Oct 6, 2012Tue:4:00 PM - 6:30 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;
Ely Farmers Market1595 Dows St.November to MarchSat:9:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Visit
Hiawatha Farmer's Market701 Emmons St.Visit
Iowa City Farmers Market220 S. Gilbert St.05/04/2016 to 10/29/2016Wed: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Lisbon Farmers MarketMain Street
Marion Farmers Market2200 31st Street05/05/2018 to 09/29/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-11:30 AM;
Mechanicsville Farmers MarketDowntown area
Mount Vernon (Iowa) Farmers' Market221 1st Street East05/01/2014 to 10/09/2014Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Noelridge Farmers MarketCorner of Collins Road & Council Street NE05/01/2015 to 10/16/2015Mon: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Wed: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Punta Gorda Downtown Farmers Market460 E. Washington St.Visit
The Iowa City Mercer Park Farmers Market1317 Dover Street05/31/2016 to 08/30/2016Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Solon

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Literary

Restaurants in Solon

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluebird Diner
Eastwood's Sports Bar
El Sol

Cafes in Solon

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Good Vibes Cafe

Theatres in Solon

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheater

Dentists in Solon

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Solon Dental Center

Veterinaries in Solon

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pet Health Center
Solon Vet Clinic

Gas Stations in Solon

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store

Banks in Solon

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridge Community Bank
Solon State Bank

Golf Courses in Solon

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake MacBride Golf Course
Saddleback Ridge Golf Course

Breweries in Solon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Another Road BrewingBrewery1175 8th Ave3192128563Visit
Bill's Drinking Establishment - ClosedRestaurant, Beverages, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale1038 7th Ave3194471030
Iowa Brewing Co.Brewery708 3rd St S E
Keystone Liquor & WineLiquor Store and Brewery515 2nd St
MulligansBar Brewery Pub American Restaurant Pizza Place1060 Old Marion Rd3192945778
Primetime Sports Bar & RestaurantBars, Brewery, Bar, and Sports Bar, Restaurants, Sports Bars, Bar & Grills4001 Center Point Rd N E3193932883
Sutliff Bar & GrillBars, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries, Taverns5546 130th St N E3196242204
Sutliff Cider CompanyDistillery and Brewery382 Sutliff Rd
The Quarter Barrel Arcade & BreweryBrewery616 2nd Ave S E3196211836
Third Base Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, Sports Bar, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Brewery, Sports Bar500 Blairs Ferry Rd N E3193789090Visit

Ski Resorts Near Solon

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Keystone 135.0 22 3,651 $120 November - April Yes Yes

Nursing Homes in Solon

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
SOLON NURSING CARE CENTER
523 EAST FIFTH STREET
For profit - Corporation 92 88 3/5 3/5 4/5 3196243492

Pharmacies in Solon

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
SOLON DRUG 411 EAST HAGANMAN LANE 319-624-4000

Cell Towers in Solon

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4720 500TH STREETTOWER99
6501 BERRY ROADTOWER96
350 Franklin AveTOWER92
1229 E BERTRAM RDTOWER82
4377 120TH STREET NETOWER81
2968 GREENCASTLE AVENUE NWTOWER73
3928 White Oak Avenue SETOWER61
1237 MAREK ROADTOWER46
4127 MAIER AVENUE SWTOWER42

Fire Stations in Solon

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Solon Fire Department131 N Iowa STVolunteer319-624-2386

Bridges in Solon

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete2014256,000G
SlabConcrete continuous1985936,000F
CulvertConcrete continuous1962383,810F
CulvertConcrete continuous1958393,810F
SlabConcrete continuous2000403,730F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1930341,220F
SlabConcrete continuous196478990F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196040398P
CulvertConcrete continuous190023340F
CulvertConcrete continuous200234181G
SlabConcrete202130180G
SlabConcrete continuous1978103180F
Channel BeamConcrete197238153F
SlabConcrete continuous196578102F
CulvertSteel19713672F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19552760P
SlabConcrete continuous198610359G
CulvertConcrete continuous19792735F
Channel BeamConcrete19703131F
SlabWood or Timber20194811G

Superfund Sites Near Solon

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY - CEDAR RAPIDS1350 WACONIA AVE SWLINN
LOPAREX, INC2000 INDUSTRIAL PARK RDJOHNSON
PRAIRIE CREEK3300 C ST SWLINN

Airports Near Solon

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
The Eastern Iowa AirportCIDMedium Airport
Ainsworth AirportSmall Airport
Amana AirportSmall Airport
Anderson AirportSmall Airport
Bartlett FieldSmall Airport
Bellevue Farms AirportSmall Airport
Chain Lakes AirparkSmall Airport
Dyersville Area AirportSmall Airport
Dyersville Area AirportSmall Airport
Green Castle AirportSmall Airport
Hannen AirportSmall Airport
Independence Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Iowa City Municipal AirportIOWSmall Airport
Kleis AirportSmall Airport
Lerchs AirportSmall Airport
Maas AirstripSmall Airport
Manchester Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Marine Farms FieldSmall Airport
Marion AirportSmall Airport
Mathews Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Mc Bride FieldSmall Airport
Meyer Agri-Air Van Horne AirportSmall Airport
Middlekoop AirportSmall Airport
Monticello Regional AirportMXOSmall Airport
Muscatine Municipal AirportMUTSmall Airport
Pfeifer FieldSmall Airport
Picayune AirportSmall Airport
Port Paradise Farms AirportSmall Airport
Rich FieldSmall Airport
Ritter FieldSmall Airport
Village Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Vinton Veterans Memorial AirparkSmall Airport
Walker FieldSmall Airport
Washington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
White Pigeon AirportSmall Airport
Workman AirfieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Solon

19 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cedar Rapids Police
Cedar Rapids Police
Cedar Rapids Police Department505 1st Street Southwest
Coralville Police Department1503 5th Street
Iowa City Police Department410 East Washington Street
Johnson County Sheriffs Office511 South Capitol Street
Linn County Sheriffs Department310 2nd Avenue Southwest
Lisbon City Police Department
Mechanicsville Police Department
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon-Lisbon Police Department380 Old Lincoln Hwy
North Liberty Police Department340 North Main Street
North Liberty Police Department340 North Main Street
University Heights Police Station1302 Melrose Avenue
University Heights Police Station1302 Melrose Avenue
University of Iowa Police200 South Capitol Street
West Branch Police Department
West Branch Police Department
West Liberty Police Department

Grocery Stores in Solon

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CASEY'S 3384Convenience Store1200 S Market St
Caseys General Store 1695Convenience Store203 S Market St
Local Harvest CsaFarmers and Markets5025 120th St NE

Post Offices in Solon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Solon Post Office

Treatment Centers in Solon

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Abbe Center for Comm Mental Health - Cedar RapidsBoth319-398-3562
Abbe Ctr for Comm Mental HealthBoth319-398-3562
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/Cedar Rapids LibrarySubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/OutpatientSubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/Recovery Center AdultSubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Area Substance Abuse Council - Cedar Rapids/Willis Dady Homeless ServSubstance Abuse319-390-4611
Chatham Oaks RCFMental Health319-887-2701
Community and Family Resources - Iowa City/GuideLink CenterSubstance Abuse319-688-8000
Community and Family Resources - Iowa City/Southgate AvenueSubstance Abuse319-351-4357
Community and Family Resources - Iowa City/Synchrony ServicesSubstance Abuse319-351-4357
Four Oaks Family and Childrens ServiceMental Health319-364-0259
Mercy Medical Center - Sedlacek Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse319-398-6226
Psychiatric AssociatesMental Health319-356-6352
Tanager PlaceMental Health319-365-9164
UnityPoint Health - Childrens Specialty ServicesMental Health319-558-4900
UnityPoint Health - St Lukes Chemical Dependency ServicesSubstance Abuse319-363-4429
UnityPoint Health - St Lukes Hospital Behav Health ServsMental Health319-369-7211

DOL Wage Violations in Solon

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $131,029 in back wages owed to 46 employees.

3
Violations
$131,029
Back Wages Owed
46
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
E & J Electric, Inc. E & J Geothermal, Inc. SIGNIFICANT 52333 1 $126,421 $5,057 25
Wilson's Orchard 52333 1 $2,871 $410 7
Uncle Sang's Sushi and Kitchen 52333 1 $1,737 $124 14

Churches & Religious Organizations in Solon

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
JORDAN CREEK CHURCHPO BOX 308
OUR LORDS CHURCH1642 APACHE DR NE
PRAIRIE BIBLE CHURCH1983 LAKE MANOR RD NE
ST MARYS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH1749 RACINE AVE NE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Solon

What is the population of Solon?

Solon has a population of 3,092 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 1,933 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 57.9% female and 42.1% male.

Is Solon expensive to live in?

Solon is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $111,597, 49% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $305,300 (8% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Solon safe?

Solon is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 345 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 866 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Solon receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Solon?

Solon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Solon?

The job market in Solon is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,238. There are 5,140 business establishments in the area, including 448 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 10.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Solon?

The median home value in Solon is $305,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $437,716. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,166. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.4%. The average annual property tax is $6,982.

How are the schools in Solon?

Schools in Solon score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.3% of adults in Solon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Solon?

The obesity rate in Solon is 29.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.4% of adults are smokers. 15.2% are physically inactive. 21.0% of residents report depression. 4.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 89.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:521.

What is transportation like in Solon?

The average commute in Solon is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Solon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Solon is 95.2% White. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 11.5% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

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