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    Sioux City

    Sioux City city, Iowa

    Affordable
    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.

    Sioux City, Iowa at a Glance

    Sioux City is a city in Sioux City city, Iowa with a population of approximately 85,469. The median home value is $149,800 and the median household income is $64,250. It has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, indicating car dependency. The violent crime rate is 0.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 97% below the national average. Air quality is rated Good. The overall climate risk is rated as "Relatively High." Median rent is $824 per month. Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA, Walk Score, and FEMA.

    Median Home Value

    $149,800

    Median Income

    $64,250

    Population

    85,469

    Walk Score

    0

    Air Quality

    AQI 39

    Good

    Climate Risk

    Relatively High

    Kurby Score
    54
    C+

    Fair

    Walkability & Transit12/100
    Affordability85/100
    Safety95/100
    Education15/100
    Environment34/100
    Economy: Unavailable

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    Demographics
    Population
    85,469
    Median Age
    N/A
    Median Household Income
    $64,250

    14% below nat'l avg

    Bachelor's Degree+
    N/A
    Poverty Rate
    N/A
    Housing
    Median Home Value
    $149,800

    47% below nat'l avg

    Median Rent
    $824

    29% below nat'l avg

    Homeownership Rate
    79.0%

    20% above nat'l avg

    Affordability Index
    212

    112% above nat'l avg

    Safety
    Violent Crime Rate
    0.1 per 1K

    97% below nat'l avg

    Property Crime Rate
    1.1 per 1K

    94% below nat'l avg

    Livability
    Walk Score
    0 / 100

    100% below nat'l avg

    Transit Score
    N/A
    Bike Score
    24 / 100

    25% below nat'l avg

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    Air Quality
    AQI
    39

    7% below nat'l avg

    Category
    Good
    GoodModerateUnhealthy
    Climate Risk
    Overall Risk
    Relatively High
    Risk Score
    89.69

    Top Hazards

    Drought
    Relatively High
    Strong Wind
    Relatively High
    Tornado
    Very High
    Noise Levels
    Overall
    Quiet
    Road Traffic
    N/A
    Aviation
    N/A
    Rail
    N/A
    Utility Costs
    Electricity Rate
    14.0¢/kWh

    16% below nat'l avg

    Est. Monthly Electric
    $126

    8% below nat'l avg

    Nearby Schools
    Total Schools
    3
    Elementary
    1
    Middle
    1
    High School
    1
    Avg. Enrollment
    323

    Nearby Schools

    West Marshall Elementary SchoolElementary · 448 students
    West Marshall High SchoolHigh · 327 students
    West Marshall Middle SchoolMiddle · 195 students
    Employment
    Unemployment Rate
    N/A
    Poverty Rate
    N/A

    Weather & Climate in Sioux City

    Avg High

    60°F

    Avg Low

    42°F

    Annual Rainfall

    "

    Avg Humidity

    NaN%

    Monthly Temperature (°F)
    Monthly Precipitation (inches)

    Political Landscape

    Political Leaning
    Leans Republican
    DemocratRepublican

    ↗ Trending more Republican

    Based on Marshall County county-level presidential election data

    Presidential Election Results

    Culture & Things to Do in Sioux City

    Attractions & Landmarks
    🏛️Sergeant Floyd River Museum and Welcome Center(museum)
    🖼️Sioux City Art Center(gallery)
    🌳Stone State Park(park)
    🏛️LaunchPAD Children's Museum(museum)
    🏛️Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center(museum)
    🏛️The Sioux City Public Museum(museum)
    🗽Chief War Eagle Monument(monument)
    🏗️Hard Rock Hotel & Casino(landmark)
    Local Events & Festivals

    Saturday in the Park

    A large annual music festival held in July.

    Siouxland Renaissance Festival

    A weekend-long festival celebrating the Renaissance period.

    Oktoberfest

    An annual celebration of German culture with food, beer, and music.

    Sioux City Farmers Market

    A weekly market offering fresh produce and local goods.

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