West Chester, IA
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West Chester, IA
At a Glance
How West Chester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Chester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Chester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Chester residents earn a median household income of $49,750 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,562. The unemployment rate stands at 17.6% (389% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 858 business establishments, including 43 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Chester is $73,800 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,620. Median rent is $718/month, with 51.0% 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.
Education
14.7% of adults in West Chester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Chester has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches.