Cresco, IA Economy


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United States / Iowa / No Metro Area / Howard County / Cresco / Zip Codes
Cresco, IA is a small city located in the northeastern state of Iowa. It is known for its rural landscape and friendly community. The city has a population of about 4,000 people and offers a variety of amenities to its residents. Local businesses in the area include Cresco Community Grocery Store, Trimark Clothing Co., Dings & Doodles Gifts, and Manacake Bakery Cafe. The cost of living is relatively low compared to other cities in Iowa with 2 bedroom rent averaging at $790 versus the US average of $1,430. Additionally, Cresco's grocery cost index is 95 which is lower than the national average of 100.

Cresco has an unemployment rate of 4.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Cresco has seen the job market decrease by -0.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 16.2%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Cresco
- The Sales Tax Rate for Cresco is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Cresco is 9.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Cresco
- The average income of a Cresco resident is $22,316 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Cresco resident is $56,741 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyCresco, IowaUnited States
  4.86
  -4.5%-6.2%
  16.2%33.5%
  7.0%6.2%
  7.4%4.6%
  $27,423$37,638
  $56,741$69,021
  $64,091$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  3.4%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  6.6%6.8%
  23.9%10.0%
  1.0%2.5%
  12.9%11.0%
  1.6%4.8%
  0.1%0.8%
  0.0%1.9%
  3.9%4.7%
  0.0%1.9%
  2.3%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  1.3%4.2%
  12.3%9.3%
  20.7%14.0%
  0.3%2.1%
  4.3%7.0%
  2.7%4.8%
  2.6%4.7%
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