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Griswold, IA


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Griswold, Iowa

Griswold, Iowa, in Cass county, is 37 miles E of Council Bluffs, Iowa (center to center) and 41 miles E of Omaha, Nebraska. There are an estimated 1,039 people in the city.

The People and Families of Griswold

In Griswold, about 59% of adults are married. In Griswold, lots of people live on their own.

The city has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Griswold had a median family income of $38,125.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($1,950) in Griswold. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Griswold Housing

Approximately 85% of housing in Griswold is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the city than you'll find in other cities. Tax haters might appreciate the relatively low real estate taxes in Griswold.

Commuting

In Griswold, 87% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.

High Points

Griswold strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Griswold Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 14%Griswold Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Griswold, IA

Comparing Griswold to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens109
Age of the Population1010
Female Share of the Population89
Well-Paid Single Women65
Well-Paid Single Men63
Children Under 5 Years Old56
Male Share of the Population32
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty87
College Educated Adults65
People in Middle Class or Better63
Median Family Income42

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work109
Short Commute Times63
Working at Home43
Public Transportation Use22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone98
Affordability of Property Taxes89
Affordability of Rents76
Seasonal and Vacation Housing58
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals32
Housing Recently Built11
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