West Branch, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Johnson County County
West Branch, IA
At a Glance
How West Branch Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Branch's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Branch a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Branch residents earn a median household income of $87,891 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,101. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% 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 West Branch is $226,700 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $304,241. Median rent is $958/month, with 22.5% 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 1988.
Safety & Crime
West Branch reports 106 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 317/100K.
Education
28.7% of adults in West Branch hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Branch has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.