Marshalltown

Marshalltown, Iowa Overview

Marshalltown faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (47.1/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in Iowa. Even so, the city scores 76/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 22/100.

Income & Employment in Marshalltown

The median household income in Marshalltown is $68,854, 5% below the statewide median of $72,429. The local unemployment rate of 6.6% is higher than the state’s 3%. Population grew 0.5% recently.

Safety in Marshalltown

Marshalltown’s violent crime rate of 464.1 per 100,000 runs above the Iowa average of 295. The property crime rate is 1998.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Marshalltown

The median home value is $117,100. Median monthly rent is $864. Renters spend 15.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Marshalltown

The adult obesity rate in Marshalltown is 44.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.4%. Residents report an average of 16.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Iowa ranks #22 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Marshalltown

Marshalltown has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,413. The city has 10 public schools serving 5,078 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Marshalltown

The annual average temperature in Marshalltown is 52.1°F. Summers average 73.3°F. Winters average 29.9°F. Annual precipitation is 27.4 inches. The average commute of 16.5 minutes is notably short.

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