Traer, IA Economy


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Tama County / Traer / Zip Codes
Traer, IA is a great place to live with affordable housing and cost of living. The average two bedroom rental rate in Traer is $980, which is well below the US average of $1,430. Additionally, the Grocery Cost Index in Traer is 95 versus 100 in the US meaning groceries are much more affordable here than other parts of the country. The town also offers a range of amenities for its residents. There are many local companies such as Traer Bakery and Roling Automotive that offer goods and services to locals. There are also a number of attractions like Gifford Farm Education Center and Wapsi River Winery for entertainment options.

Traer has an unemployment rate of 5.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Traer has seen the job market increase by 0.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 28.4%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Traer
- The Sales Tax Rate for Traer is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Traer is 9.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Traer
- The average income of a Traer resident is $25,117 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Traer resident is $65,515 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyTraer, IowaUnited States
  5.46
  -5.9%-6.2%
  28.4%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  7.4%4.6%
  $30,759$37,638
  $65,515$69,021
  $83,333$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  1.0%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  8.8%6.8%
  16.7%10.0%
  1.4%2.5%
  13.9%11.0%
  2.0%4.8%
  2.6%0.8%
  0.5%1.9%
  3.9%4.7%
  0.0%1.9%
  1.6%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  1.8%4.2%
  13.2%9.3%
  21.3%14.0%
  3.7%2.1%
  1.1%7.0%
  5.0%4.8%
  1.5%4.7%
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