Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.2% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 58% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 283 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,873 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 1,414 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 2,759 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,163 (16%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,307 (31.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,939 ▲ 10% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $238,062 ▼ 15% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $898/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,235 |
| Vacant Units | 571 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Sioux County is located in Iowa and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 35,972 residents. With a median age of 35.07, it is a relatively young county.
Sioux County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $83,938 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.1%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.0% is well below the national average.
Housing in Sioux County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $238,062 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $897. Homeownership rates are high at 77.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Sioux County are primarily White (83.67%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Sioux County, IA is a middle-income 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51003 | Alton | 1,815 | $85,909 | $226,300 | $750 | 1.8% | 40.8% |
| 51234 | Boyden | 1,090 | $81,458 | $208,000 | $771 | 0.0% | 37.9% |
| 51011 | Chatsworth | 80 | $45,556 | — | $740 | 0.0% | 26.7% |
| 51022 | Granville | 966 | $91,133 | $169,400 | $788 | 7.8% | 37.7% |
| 51023 | Hawarden | 3,437 | $74,205 | $148,500 | $881 | 4.0% | 35.5% |
| 51238 | Hospers | 1,483 | $82,634 | $176,000 | $698 | 2.1% | 41.0% |
| 51239 | Hull | 2,947 | $82,353 | $231,300 | $1,005 | 2.9% | 44.8% |
| 51027 | Ireton | 1,443 | $91,875 | $219,300 | $1,100 | 0.7% | 47.2% |
| 51244 | Matlock | 140 | $81,771 | $89,700 | — | 0.0% | 28.0% |
| 51036 | Maurice | 483 | $111,563 | $242,200 | $817 | 0.0% | 33.3% |
| 51041 | Orange City | 7,173 | $84,115 | $253,600 | $808 | 3.5% | 63.6% |
| 51247 | Rock Valley | 5,028 | $73,451 | $238,200 | $1,070 | 0.3% | 31.5% |
| 51250 | Sioux Center | 9,887 | $90,238 | $286,000 | $907 | 1.0% | 56.8% |