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Jefferson, Iowa

Jefferson, Iowa, in Greene county, is 38 miles W of Ames, Iowa (center to center) and 96 miles NE of Omaha, Nebraska. The city contains a population of approximately 4,626.

The People and Families of Jefferson

In Jefferson, about 57% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Jefferson, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. Jefferson boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Jefferson had a median family income of $42,754.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Jefferson favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,600. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Jefferson Housing

Jefferson has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 75% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Jefferson, 91% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Jefferson can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Jefferson Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Jefferson Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Jefferson Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Jefferson, IA

Comparing Jefferson 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
Female Share of the Population910
Age of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Women76
Well-Paid Single Men64
Racial Diversity57
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Male Share of the Population21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married53
Average Household Size23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty85
College Educated Adults77
People in Middle Class or Better75
Median Family Income65

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Walking and Biking to Work109
Working at Home88
Public Transportation Use89

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Living Alone98
Affordability of Rents98
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals77
Affordability of Property Taxes55
Seasonal and Vacation Housing35
Housing Recently Built35

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