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University Heights, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Johnson County County
University Heights, IA
At a Glance
How University Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows University Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is University Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
University Heights residents earn a median household income of $105,172 , which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $77,415. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,140 business establishments, including 448 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in University Heights is $393,200 , 39% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $292,103. Median rent is $1,417/month, with 37.6% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
University Heights reports 294 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,421/100K.
Education
89.2% of adults in University Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (165% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
University Heights has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.