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Stanwood, IA
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Stanwood, IA
At a Glance
How Stanwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Stanwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Stanwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Stanwood residents earn a median household income of $58,750 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,348. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 588 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Stanwood is $137,700 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $173,673. Median rent is $861/month, with 27.5% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
Stanwood reports 31 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,973/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Stanwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 94.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Stanwood has 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. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.