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Wilton, IA


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Wilton, Iowa

Wilton, Iowa, in Muscatine county, is 23 miles W of Davenport, Iowa (center to center) and 174 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The city contains a population of approximately 2,829.

The People and Families of Wilton

In Wilton, about 63% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wilton had a median family income of $49,615. Wilton has a large middle class.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Wilton favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $25. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Crime and Safety

Crime isn't one of the big worries for most people in Wilton.

Wilton Housing

Wilton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 78% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Iowa, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

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

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. State)
Top 10%Wilton Low Violent Crime
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Wilton Walking and Biking to Work
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Wilton People in Middle Class or Better
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Wilton Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Wilton, IA

Comparing Wilton 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
Well-Paid Single Men88
Well-Paid Single Women89
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Male Share of the Population67
Racial Diversity58
Female Share of the Population54
Senior Citizens42
Age of the Population32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size78

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better99
People Above Poverty87
Median Family Income88
College Educated Adults78

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work98
Short Commute Times96
Public Transportation Use88
Working at Home31

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals66
Housing Recently Built68
Affordability of Rents53
People Living Alone42
Seasonal and Vacation Housing46
Affordability of Property Taxes32

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime910
Low Property Crime77
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