Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.0% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 131 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,400 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 1,942 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 2,258 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,889 (17%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,334 (25.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,613 ▲ 15% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $197,770 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $803/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,840 |
| Vacant Units | 921 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Benton County is located in Iowa and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 25,426 residents. With a median age of 43.39, it is a middle-aged county.
Benton County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $87,613 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.7% is well below the national average.
Housing in Benton County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $197,770 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $802. Homeownership rates are high at 84.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Benton County are primarily White (94.5%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Benton County, IA is a middle-income area in Iowa. The 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52206 | Atkins | 2,759 | $117,063 | $296,300 | $585 | 3.2% | 50.8% |
| 52208 | Belle Plaine | 2,921 | $71,336 | $119,700 | $773 | 1.4% | 31.4% |
| 52209 | Blairstown | 1,043 | $73,854 | $200,300 | $753 | 4.5% | 32.8% |
| 52229 | Garrison | 841 | $87,679 | $169,900 | $857 | 0.8% | 45.2% |
| 52249 | Keystone | 1,106 | $77,500 | $154,400 | $992 | 2.3% | 50.4% |
| 52257 | Luzerne | 247 | $104,750 | — | — | 0.7% | 36.3% |
| 52313 | Mount Auburn | 423 | $89,135 | $204,700 | $1,009 | 3.1% | 27.4% |
| 52315 | Newhall | 1,296 | $75,833 | $178,400 | $628 | 3.3% | 30.1% |
| 52318 | Norway | 1,054 | $100,000 | $186,900 | $1,105 | 2.9% | 44.7% |
| 52332 | Shellsburg | 1,638 | $90,781 | $227,800 | $775 | 0.7% | 32.8% |
| 52345 | Urbana | 1,636 | $112,929 | $225,200 | $774 | 1.8% | 48.4% |
| 52346 | Van Horne | 1,070 | $107,802 | $245,600 | $917 | 4.7% | 51.9% |
| 52349 | Vinton | 7,745 | $71,537 | $173,800 | $838 | 2.7% | 45.3% |
| 52351 | Walford | 1,318 | $116,477 | $274,500 | — | 2.6% | 55.5% |
| 52354 | Watkins | 329 | $110,000 | $191,300 | — | 0.0% | 41.8% |