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    Living in Sioux City, IA

    A comprehensive, data-driven guide to life in Sioux City. Housing costs, safety statistics, walkability, air quality, and neighborhood insights — all in one place.

    Population: 85,469

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    Sioux City at a Glance

    Median Home Value

    $149,800

    Nat'l avg: $281,900

    Median Rent

    $824

    Nat'l avg: $1,163

    Violent Crime

    3.0 per 1K

    Nat'l avg: 3.7 per 1K

    Walk Score

    0/100

    Car-Dependent

    Median Income

    $64,250

    Nat'l avg: $74,580

    Air Quality

    AQI 39

    Good

    Climate Risk

    Relatively High

    Score: 89.69355356569513

    Population

    85,469

    Housing & Cost of Living
    Median Home Value
    $149,800
    Median Rent
    $824
    Median Income
    $64,250
    Affordability Index
    212
    Homeownership Rate
    79.0%
    Electricity Rate
    14.0¢/kWh
    Est. Monthly Electric
    $126
    47% below nat'l avg
    29% below nat'l avg
    Safety & Crime
    Violent Crime
    3.0 per 1K
    Property Crime
    19.8 per 1K
    19% below nat'l avg
    13% above nat'l avg

    National Average: Violent crime 3.7 per 1K, Property crime 17.5 per 1K

    Walkability & Transportation
    Walk Score
    0/100
    Transit Score
    N/A
    Bike Score
    24/100
    100% below nat'l avg

    Car-Dependent

    N/A

    24

    Environment & Quality of Life
    Air Quality (AQI)
    39 — Good
    Climate Risk
    Relatively High
    Noise Level
    Quiet
    Unemployment
    N/A
    Poverty Rate
    N/A
    7% below nat'l avg
    Schools
    Total Schools
    3
    Elementary
    1
    Middle
    1
    High School
    1
    About Sioux City

    Considering a move to Sioux City? You'll find a welcoming community with a refreshingly practical approach to life. Forget the sticker shock of the coasts; here, you can own a home for a song, with the median home value hovering around a remarkably attainable $149,800 – less than half the national average! This affordability translates to a more relaxed lifestyle, where you can focus on building a life, not just making ends meet. It's a place where neighbors still know each other, and the pace of life allows you to savor the simple pleasures. With a population of just over 85,000, Sioux City fosters a strong sense of community, making it easy to put down roots and feel at home. From an investment perspective, Sioux City offers a compelling opportunity. While the median household income of $64,250 is slightly below the national average, the low cost of living, particularly housing, means your money stretches much further. The market is stable, and the city's ongoing revitalization projects point to continued growth. While I don't have the exact unemployment rate at my fingertips, the city boasts a diverse economy with opportunities in various sectors. Sioux City is an excellent choice for first-time homebuyers, families looking for a safe and affordable place to raise children, or anyone seeking a solid return on their real estate investment.

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