Black Hawk County

As of the latest estimates, Black Hawk County, IA, has a population of approximately 132,000. The racial makeup is about 84% White, 9% Black or African American, 2% Asian, and 2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino ethnicity constitutes around 5% of the population. The median household income is about $52,000, and the poverty rate stands at approximately 14%. The county also has a roughly equal gender distribution and a median age of around 35 years.

As of the latest data, Black Hawk County, IA, has a median home value of approximately $140,000. Median rent is around $750 per month. The homeownership rate is roughly 67%, and average household size is 2.4 people. The county experiences a modest housing vacancy rate of about 9%. Real estate appreciation over the past year has been around 5%.

As of the latest information, Black Hawk County, IA, holds various elections, including federal, state, and local positions. In recent cycles:

1. Federal: For the U.S. House of Representatives, Black Hawk County is part of Iowa's 1st Congressional District. In the 2022 election, Republican Ashley Hinson ran against Democrat Liz Mathis.

2. State: Elections for the Iowa State Legislature include multiple positions. In 2022, the State Senate and State House seats were highly contested, with candidates like Democrat Eric Giddens in Senate District 30 and Republican Dave Deyoe in House District 50.

3. Local: County positions such as the Board of Supervisors, County Sheriff, and County Attorney are also elected. For instance, in the 2020 election, Democrat Tony Thompson was re-elected as County Sheriff.

Turnout can vary, with presidential election years witnessing higher voter engagement—around 70-75%—compared to midterm and local elections, which tend to see 50-60% turnout. Detailed candidate and ballot measure information can be accessed via the Black Hawk County Election Office.

As of recent data, Black Hawk County, IA, shows the following educational attainment: approximately 91.1% of residents (age 25+) hold a high school diploma, which is slightly above the national average of 88%. Around 27.7% possess a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33.1%. Within Iowa, the state averages are 91.9% for high school graduates and 29.3% for those with a bachelor’s degree or higher.

While Black Hawk County's high school graduation rate aligns closely with state and national figures, its rate of higher education lags behind both benchmarks. The presence of the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, within the county, contributes positively to the local educational environment.

As of the latest data, Black Hawk County, IA, boasts an employed population of approximately 62,000. Key industries include manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Manufacturing employs around 20% of the workforce—higher than both the national (8.5%) and Iowa (14%) averages. The healthcare sector comprises about 15% of local employment, similar to national figures. Education, employing roughly 10%, also aligns with national trends. Retail trade and public administration also play significant roles. Black Hawk County's employment rate of 96.5% mirrors Iowa's overall employment rate, surpassing the national average of around 94.7%. High reliance on manufacturing distinguishes its economic landscape, reflecting regional industrial strengths.

As of the latest data, Black Hawk County, Iowa, has an average household income of approximately $56,000. In comparison, the average household income in the state of Iowa is around $60,000, and the national average household income is about $68,700. This places Black Hawk County below both the state and national averages.

The data indicates that Black Hawk County's average household income is about 7% lower than the state average and approximately 18% lower than the national average.

As of the most recent data from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program, Black Hawk County, IA, had a total crime rate of approximately 3,600 incidents per 100,000 residents. Here's a breakdown of specific crime types reported in the county:

These figures reflect the statistics for the year 2022, showcasing the most common and severe types of crimes.