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Comprehensive Data Report

Council Bluffs, IA

ZIP Code 51501

Pottawattamie County

Population
35,400
Median Income
$56,054
Home Value
$130,300
Livability
69/100
Total Population
35,400
Median Household Income
$56,054
Median Home Value
$130,300
Median Rent
$979

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 48/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
35,400 residents
Median Age
38.0 years
Safety Score
48/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
69
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
48/100
Education
22/100
Employment
72/100
Housing
98/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Coordinates: 41.2324°, -95.8751°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
80
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
50
Below avg
Transportation
95
Average
Healthcare
98
Average
Groceries
93
Average
Utilities
96
Average
Overall
80
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
22,302
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
15.6%
Manufacturing
14.4%
Retail Trade
12.2%
Professional Services
11.4%
Education
9%
Total Employed
19,625
Total Unemployed
2,677
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
38.0 years
Per Capita Income
$28,405
Poverty Rate
14.0%