Humboldt County

As of the 2020 census, Humboldt County, Iowa, has a population of approximately 9,597. The racial composition is predominantly White at 95.6%, Hispanic or Latino at 2.3%, and smaller percentages of other races. The median age is roughly 42.8 years. The county's total area is 436 square miles, primarily rural. The household median income is about $52,500, and the poverty rate stands at approximately 10.1%. Humboldt, the county seat, is the most populous city in the county.

As of the latest available data, Humboldt County, IA, has a median home value of around $100,000. The median rent is approximately $700 per month. Homeownership rate is 75%, and housing vacancy rate is about 10%. The county offers a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and some historical properties. The average household size is 2.4 persons. Property taxes are typically lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.

As of the most recent election cycle in Humboldt County, Iowa:

• Board of Supervisors (District 2 & 3, 2022):

  • David Lee (Republican) ran unopposed for District 2.
  • Rick Pedersen (Republican) ran unopposed for District 3.

• County Auditor (2022):

  • Peggy Rice (Republican) garnered overwhelming support with a significant margin, running unopposed.

• County Sheriff (2020):

  • Dean Kruger (Republican) was reelected with a sizable majority.

• Voter Turnout:

  • The 2022 general election had a voter turnout of approximately 64%, typical for midterm cycles in the county.

Humboldt County typically leans Republican, reflecting broader trends in rural Iowa. Detailed, current candidate lists and results are available through the Humboldt County Auditor’s Office or official county website.

Humboldt County, IA, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 92.3%, which is higher than the national average of 88% and Iowa's state average of around 91.6%. Around 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is somewhat lower than the national average of 33.1% and Iowa’s state average of 30.5%. While the county performs well in high school education, it lags behind in higher education attainment compared to both state and national averages.

As of recent data, Humboldt County, IA has an employment rate of around 96%, translating to an unemployment rate of approximately 4%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 3.7% and matches Iowa's average of 3.9%.

Key industries in Humboldt County include manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare. Manufacturing is the largest employer, comprising about 20% of the workforce, significantly higher than the U.S. average of 8.5% and Iowa's 14%. Agriculture employs around 10% of the local workforce, way above the national average of 1.3% and Iowa’s 6%. Healthcare provides about 12% of jobs, lower than the national average of 14%, but comparable to Iowa's 13%.

These figures highlight the county's strong lean towards manufacturing and agriculture when compared to both state and national averages.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Humboldt County, IA, is approximately $57,000. This is slightly lower than both the national median household income, which stands around $68,700, and the Iowa state median household income, which is about $61,000.

To summarize:

These values indicate that Humboldt County's median income lags slightly behind state and national averages, reflecting socioeconomic variations prevalent in different regions.

As of the most recent data, Humboldt County, IA has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In the past year, the total crime rate was approximately 1,000 incidents per 100,000 residents. Here's a breakdown by type of crime:

These figures reflect a low prevalence of violent crime and a slightly higher incidence of property-related crimes. Note, smaller populations can cause per 100,000 rates to appear inflated. Additional local law enforcement reports highlight ongoing community efforts to further reduce crimes.