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Creston, IA is a small town located in Southwest Iowa. It has a population of around 7,800 people, making it the perfect place to live for those looking for a more tranquil lifestyle. The cost of living is relatively low compared to the US average; 2 bedroom rents being $810 compared to $1,430 nationally and groceries costing on average 94 points versus 100. Furthermore, there are many local businesses and services that make life more convenient such as Roger's Supermarket, Creston Floral, and Creston Public Library. Other great establishments include Café Beano and Main Street Bar & Grill which have been providing locals with delicious food since 1946.

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

Creston has seen the job market decrease by -5.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 20.9%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Creston
- The Sales Tax Rate for Creston is 7.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Creston is 9.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Creston
- The average income of a Creston resident is $25,733 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Creston resident is $48,407 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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I moved here 4 years ago and have regretted it since, kids out of control lot of petty crime and drug and alcohol abuse,there are more bars in creston and can get beer  More

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Creston is your old fashioned small town, the old men don't miss a day catching up on the going's on when they're out for coffee at 5:00 am at the sale barn  More

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