Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 67 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,454 (25.3%) |
| Some College | 1,242 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 1,521 (15.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,299 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,131 (32.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,902 ▲ 14% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $230,120 ▼ 17% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $860/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,033 |
| Vacant Units | 755 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mills County is located in Iowa and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,332 residents. With a median age of 42.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Mills County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $86,901 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.9% is well below the national average.
Housing in Mills County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $230,120 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $860. Homeownership rates are high at 84.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mills County are primarily White (93.23%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Mills County, IA is a middle-income area in Iowa. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51533 | Emerson | 828 | $62,727 | $133,500 | $1,005 | 4.6% | 34.5% |
| 51534 | Glenwood | 9,238 | $89,023 | $241,500 | $838 | 2.6% | 45.7% |
| 51540 | Hastings | 246 | $91,250 | $156,300 | — | 1.0% | 30.1% |
| 51541 | Henderson | 402 | $84,167 | $156,300 | — | 0.0% | 39.7% |
| 51551 | Malvern | 1,877 | $82,218 | $184,300 | $867 | 4.2% | 49.1% |
| 51554 | Mineola | 167 | $100,208 | $257,100 | — | 0.0% | 66.7% |
| 51561 | Pacific Junction | 716 | $89,665 | $381,800 | — | 1.0% | 53.9% |
| 51571 | Silver City | 858 | $92,778 | $225,000 | $945 | 2.8% | 43.8% |