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Sutherland, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Cherokee County County
Sutherland, IA
At a Glance
How Sutherland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sutherland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sutherland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sutherland residents earn a median household income of $53,393 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,636. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 452 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sutherland is $86,900 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $154,389. Median rent is $591/month, with 26.6% 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 1943.
Safety & Crime
Sutherland reports 291 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,181/100K.
Education
13.3% of adults in Sutherland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sutherland has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.