Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.4% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,717 (40.2%) |
| Some College | 996 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 1,301 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,237 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,893 (20.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,102 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $163,704 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $706/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,888 |
| Vacant Units | 1,706 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Allamakee County is located in Iowa and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,259 residents. With a median age of 43.37, it is a middle-aged county.
Allamakee County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,102 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Allamakee County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $163,704 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $705. Homeownership rates are high at 77.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Allamakee County are primarily White (85.27%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Allamakee County, IA is a solidly middle-class area in Iowa. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52140 | Dorchester | 469 | $89,722 | $216,700 | — | 0.0% | 41.0% |
| 52146 | Harpers Ferry | 815 | $59,055 | $214,600 | $586 | 10.5% | 40.1% |
| 52151 | Lansing | 1,956 | $60,000 | $176,400 | $588 | 2.5% | 33.0% |
| 52160 | New Albin | 930 | $77,098 | $197,400 | $345 | 0.0% | 53.8% |
| 52162 | Postville | 3,576 | $61,419 | $129,300 | $851 | 5.6% | 25.5% |
| 52170 | Waterville | 527 | $67,370 | $226,100 | — | 0.0% | 21.3% |
| 52172 | Waukon | 5,986 | $65,801 | $158,300 | $730 | 3.8% | 34.6% |