Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 54 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,427 (30.5%) |
| Some College | 991 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 1,103 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,456 (18.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,924 (24.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,412 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,593 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $716/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,756 |
| Vacant Units | 611 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Winnebago County is located in Iowa and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,981 residents. With a median age of 42.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Winnebago County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,411 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Winnebago County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $148,593 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $716. Homeownership rates are high at 75.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Winnebago County are primarily White (90.02%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Winnebago 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50424 | Buffalo Center | 1,590 | $58,125 | $109,200 | $643 | 5.6% | 42.7% |
| 50436 | Forest City | 5,760 | $68,600 | $164,300 | $761 | 1.8% | 44.3% |
| 50450 | Lake Mills | 3,001 | $76,522 | $157,500 | $640 | 2.0% | 37.7% |
| 50453 | Leland | 520 | $70,000 | $162,500 | $860 | 3.4% | 35.1% |
| 50465 | Rake | 199 | $41,071 | $34,200 | $792 | 0.0% | 23.0% |
| 50478 | Thompson | 689 | $44,880 | $94,400 | $709 | 2.8% | 54.8% |