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Poweshiek County
  • County in Iowa
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Poweshiek County

    Report Card

    grade B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Public Schools
      grade A minus
    2. Housing
      grade B
    3. Nightlife
      grade B+
    4. Good for Families
      grade B
    5. Diversity
      grade C+
    6. Jobs
      grade B minus
    7. Weather
      grade C+
    8. Cost of Living
      grade B+
    9. Health & Fitness
      grade B+
    10. Outdoor Activities
      grade C+
    11. Commute
      grade A minus

    Poweshiek County is located in Iowa with a population of 18,628. In Poweshiek County, most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Poweshiek County and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Poweshiek County are highly rated.

    About

    Population
    18,628

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $153,400
    National
    $244,900
    Median Rent
    $753
    National
    $1,163
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      32%
    • Own
      68%
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    Poweshiek County Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      722
      national  282.7
    • Murder
      0
      national  6.1
    • Rape
      76.6
      national  40.7
    • Robbery
      21.9
      national  135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      601.7
      national  500.1
    • Theft
      1,772.2
      national  2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      131.3
      national  284

    Residents

    Diversity
    grade C+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      10%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      15%
    • 25-34 years
      10%
    • 35-44 years
      10%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      20%
    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      13%
      national  13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      17%
      national  21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      26%
      national  29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      39%
      national  26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      national  11%

    Working in Poweshiek County

    Jobs
    grade B minus
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $56,080
    National
    $69,021

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