Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 859 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 22,860 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 8,866 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 11,650 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 9,658 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 23,591 (30.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,846 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,663 ▼ 32% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $991/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 58,501 |
| Vacant Units | 4,952 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Black Hawk County is located in Iowa and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 130,058 residents. With a median age of 35.33, it is a relatively young county.
Black Hawk County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,845 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Black Hawk County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $188,663 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $991. Homeownership rates are high at 65.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Black Hawk County are primarily White (78.74%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Black Hawk County, IA is a solidly middle-class area in Iowa. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50613 | Cedar Falls | 43,680 | $75,642 | $258,300 | $1,176 | 3.1% | 58.8% |
| 50623 | Dewar | 145 | $92,132 | $170,500 | — | 0.0% | 9.5% |
| 50626 | Dunkerton | 1,478 | $82,552 | $196,800 | $723 | 7.8% | 37.6% |
| 50707 | Evansdale | 7,407 | $61,451 | $142,600 | $922 | 4.2% | 26.8% |
| 50634 | Gilbertville | 736 | $83,750 | $187,500 | $815 | 2.9% | 44.6% |
| 50643 | Hudson | 3,081 | $120,724 | $240,800 | $1,090 | 4.5% | 62.6% |
| 50651 | La Porte City | 3,349 | $79,647 | $172,600 | $838 | 1.4% | 40.2% |
| 50667 | Raymond | 843 | $62,813 | $210,400 | $1,125 | 6.5% | 28.3% |
| 50701 | Waterloo | 29,745 | $62,857 | $183,400 | $846 | 3.7% | 43.2% |
| 50702 | Waterloo | 21,197 | $59,784 | $145,800 | $926 | 5.2% | 32.9% |
| 50703 | Waterloo | 18,397 | $49,412 | $92,500 | $926 | 11.7% | 25.1% |