Carroll County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Carroll County, Iowa had a population of approximately 20,760. The racial makeup was 96.5% White, 0.6% African American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.3% from other races, with Hispanic or Latino residents comprising 1.8% of the population. The county had 8,821 households and a median age of 43.7 years. The average household size was 2.3, and the median household income was around $54,000.

As of the latest data, Carroll County, IA has approximately 9,100 housing units. The median home value is around $115,000. Homeownership stands at 77.5%, with a rental vacancy rate of about 5.2%. The median monthly rent is roughly $650. Homes typically spend 75 days on the market before being sold. The average household size is 2.36 persons. Construction of new housing units has been relatively stable, with an annual increase of around 0.5%.

Carroll County, Iowa's elections are overseen by the county auditor's office. In the 2022 general elections, voter turnout was approximately 52%, with 5,200 of the county's 9,950 registered voters casting ballots. For the Board of Supervisors, Republicans marked victories in District 1 with Mark Beardmore securing 68% of the vote, and in District 2 with Stephen C. Seidl capturing 72%. The county treasurer seat was contested, with incumbent Republican Lisa S. Wagner winning 60% over Democrat Julie Milligan. Other unchallenged positions included Sheriff Kenneth Pingrey and County Attorney John S. Werden, both Republicans. Upcoming 2023 elections include city and school board positions, ensuring ongoing civic engagement in Carroll County. For complete details, visit the county auditor's website.

Carroll County, IA, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 92%, higher than the national average of 88%. About 22% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33%. Iowa's state averages are 92% for high school graduates and 28% for those with a bachelor's degree or higher. Thus, Carroll County aligns well with state high school graduation rates but trails behind both state and national figures in higher education attainment.

Carroll County, IA, exhibits a workforce participation rate of approximately 65.4%. As of recent data, the county's unemployment rate stands at around 2.9%, lower than both the national average of about 3.7% and Iowa's state average of 3.1%. The top industries in Carroll County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, construction, and agriculture.

Manufacturing leads the job market, contributing roughly 23% to local employment, much higher than the national average of 10% and state's 15%. Healthcare and social assistance make up about 15%, retail trade accounts for 13%, construction contributes around 8%, and agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting form approximately 7% of employment, which is significantly higher than the national average of about 1.3%. Carroll County's economy is strongly driven by these sectors, reflecting both its rural character and industrial strengths.

As of the latest data available, the average household income in Carroll County, IA, stands at approximately $61,000 per year. Comparatively, the average household income in the United States is about $68,700, while in the state of Iowa, it is around $65,500. This indicates that Carroll County's average income is below both the national and state averages.

Income Comparison Table

The data highlights that Carroll County lags behind slightly in economic terms when compared to broader averages, emphasizing the disparity between local and wider economic conditions.

As of the most recent data, Carroll County, Iowa, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. The total crime rate is approximately 1,200 incidents per 100,000 people annually, lower than the U.S. average of around 2,580 per 100,000.

Here's a summary of the types of crimes:

These numbers reflect a relatively safe community, with property crimes being more prevalent than violent crimes. Regular safety measures and community policing contribute to maintaining low crime rates in the area.