Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.8% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 38 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,343 (25.8%) |
| Some College | 1,317 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 2,189 (16.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,871 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,203 (32.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,611 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,796 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $960/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 14,057 |
| Vacant Units | 5,422 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dickinson County is located in Iowa and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 17,874 residents. With a median age of 48.34, it is a mature county.
Dickinson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,611 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.1% is well below the national average.
Housing in Dickinson County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $259,796 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $959. Homeownership rates are high at 76.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dickinson County are primarily White (93.85%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Dickinson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51331 | Arnolds Park | 920 | $84,615 | $415,800 | $718 | 0.5% | 49.3% |
| 51347 | Lake Park | 1,524 | $81,736 | $180,600 | $1,008 | 1.0% | 45.5% |
| 51351 | Milford | 4,990 | $67,628 | $256,100 | $904 | 2.0% | 48.1% |
| 51355 | Okoboji | 892 | $57,569 | $441,400 | $935 | 2.0% | 49.0% |
| 51360 | Spirit Lake | 8,561 | $77,464 | $256,000 | $1,005 | 3.3% | 47.0% |
| 51363 | Superior | 132 | $59,432 | $74,000 | — | 6.4% | 23.5% |
| 51364 | Terril | 855 | $62,554 | $131,900 | $1,036 | 0.8% | 37.5% |