Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.4% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 403 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,762 (21.8%) |
| Some College | 3,942 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 5,319 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,506 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,317 (43%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $102,255 ▲ 34% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $295,116 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,056/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 26,191 |
| Vacant Units | 1,675 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dallas County is located in Iowa and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 63,658 residents. With a median age of 37.78, it is a relatively young county.
Dallas County has a upper-middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $102,254 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.7% is well below the national average.
Housing in Dallas County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $295,116 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,055. Homeownership rates are high at 74.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dallas County are primarily White (82.14%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 54.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Dallas County, IA is a upper-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50003 | Adel | 9,536 | $104,643 | $380,800 | $858 | 2.5% | 56.5% |
| 50038 | Booneville | 228 | $79,479 | — | — | 3.8% | 18.5% |
| 50039 | Bouton | 440 | $84,531 | — | $890 | 0.0% | 22.3% |
| 50063 | Dallas Center | 2,623 | $110,046 | $262,900 | $1,023 | 0.9% | 42.9% |
| 50066 | Dawson | 208 | $67,000 | $206,500 | — | 9.3% | 37.5% |
| 50069 | De Soto | 1,024 | $95,208 | $216,800 | $933 | 3.2% | 35.0% |
| 50070 | Dexter | 1,366 | $90,352 | $187,500 | $883 | 3.4% | 39.1% |
| 50109 | Granger | 3,371 | $130,263 | $337,400 | $923 | 2.0% | 61.4% |
| 50146 | Linden | 519 | $71,458 | $264,700 | $963 | 22.2% | 32.0% |
| 50167 | Minburn | 662 | $74,018 | $170,500 | $850 | 0.3% | 39.5% |
| 50220 | Perry | 9,251 | $68,750 | $146,200 | $883 | 6.8% | 30.2% |
| 50233 | Redfield | 1,385 | $80,375 | $198,600 | $781 | 4.7% | 38.2% |
| 50261 | Van Meter | 3,105 | $150,341 | $318,600 | $979 | 0.6% | 56.2% |
| 50263 | Waukee | 27,560 | $107,864 | $332,500 | $1,296 | 4.1% | 68.1% |
| 50276 | Woodward | 2,380 | $92,682 | $243,400 | $484 | 1.2% | 28.5% |