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Marshalltown, IA
Marshalltown · Marshall County · IA 50158
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$148K
Median Price
32/100
Walk Score
5.7/10
Schools
45 min
to Des Moines
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
C-Schools
57/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
32/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Marshalltown is affordable and family‑friendly with decent schools, but it’s a car‑dependent town with limited public transit and nightlife. If you’re okay with a small‑town vibe and a commute to a larger job market, it could work, but the lack of amenities and car costs are real downsides.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable housing
- ✓Good local schools
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Strong sense of community
Real Talk
- !Heavy reliance on cars
- !Limited nightlife and dining options
- !Commute costs can be high if you work outside town
- !Local job market may be limited
- $Higher car insurance and maintenance
- $Potential parking fees in downtown
- $Utilities can be pricier than rural areas
Best For
FamiliesFirst‑time homebuyersAffordability seekersSmall‑town lifestyle enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Marshalltown, IA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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