Webster, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Keokuk County County
Webster, IA
At a Glance
How Webster Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Webster's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Webster a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Webster residents earn a median household income of $34,423 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,130. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 316 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Webster is $83,000 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $131,773. Median rent is $850/month, with 32.5% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Webster reports 287 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,367/100K.
Education
6.6% of adults in Webster hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Webster has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches.