Wilton, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Muscatine County County
Wilton, IA
At a Glance
How Wilton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wilton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wilton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wilton residents earn a median household income of $71,898 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,868. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,233 business establishments, including 105 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wilton is $162,000 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $230,055. Median rent is $829/month, with 17.9% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Wilton reports 170 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 170/100K.
Education
33.3% of adults in Wilton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 99.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wilton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.