Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,013 (41.8%) |
| Some College | 714 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 432 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 712 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 948 (19.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,107 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $133,072 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $746/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,598 |
| Vacant Units | 667 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Monroe County is located in Iowa and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,253 residents. With a median age of 42.71, it is a middle-aged county.
Monroe County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,107 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Monroe County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $133,072 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $746. Homeownership rates are high at 84.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Monroe County are primarily White (94.51%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Monroe County, IA is a solidly middle-class area in Iowa. The 3 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.