Winterset, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Madison County County
Winterset, IA
At a Glance
How Winterset Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Winterset's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Winterset a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Winterset residents earn a median household income of $69,268 , which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,600. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 566 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Winterset is $181,500 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $294,070. Median rent is $943/month, with 26.4% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Winterset reports 149 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 726/100K.
Education
21.2% of adults in Winterset hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Winterset has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches.