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Van Wert, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Decatur County County
Van Wert, IA
At a Glance
How Van Wert Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Van Wert's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Van Wert a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Van Wert residents earn a median household income of $58,750 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,397. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 224 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Van Wert is $62,300 , 78% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $235,520. Median rent is $688/month, with 24.5% 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 1945.
Safety & Crime
Van Wert reports 159 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 58% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,746/100K.
Education
7.1% of adults in Van Wert hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Van Wert has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.