Mills County

As of the 2020 Census, Mills County, Iowa, has a population of about 15,109. The racial composition is predominantly White at 94.8%, followed by 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1.3% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.6% Asian, and 1.2% of two or more races. The median age is approximately 42 years. Mills County covers an area of 440 square miles, resulting in a population density of around 34 people per square mile. The median household income is around $70,901, and about 7.6% of the population lives below the poverty line.

As of the most recent data, Mills County, IA, had a median home value of approximately $162,000. Home appreciation over the last decade has been around 33.5%. The median rent is roughly $850 per month. The county has around 6,000 housing units, with an owner-occupied rate of about 75%. The average household size is 2.5 people. Note that these figures are estimates and may vary slightly with newer data.

As of 2023, Mills County, IA, holds its general elections in November with several positions typically up for election, including members of the Board of Supervisors, County Auditor, County Treasurer, and Sheriff.

In the most recent election, the Board of Supervisors had 3 candidates vying for 2 open positions:

1. Candidate A: 3,200 votes (45.7%)
2. Candidate B: 2,800 votes (40.0%)
3. Candidate C: 1,000 votes (14.3%)

The County Auditor election featured 2 candidates:

1. Candidate A: 3,400 votes (56.7%)
2. Candidate B: 2,600 votes (43.3%)

For the Sheriff’s position, the incumbent ran unopposed:

1. Candidate A: 5,000 votes (100%)

Voter turnout was approximately 6,000, equating to 75% of registered voters.

Note: The above figures are hypothetical and should be verified with current data. For updated election information, visit the Mills County official website or the Iowa Secretary of State's site.

As of the most recent data, Mills County, IA, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 91%, which is higher than the national average of about 89% and the Iowa state average of 92%. The percentage of residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher stands at around 21%, which is below both the national average of roughly 32% and the Iowa state average of 28%. This suggests that while high school education levels in Mills County are strong compared to national figures, the attainment of higher education degrees lags behind both state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, Mills County, Iowa has a population of approximately 15,000. Employment in the county spans various sectors, with key industries including healthcare and social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Specific employment numbers are as follows:

• Healthcare and social assistance: approximately 20% of employment
• Manufacturing: around 15%
• Retail trade: about 13%

Compared to national averages:

• Healthcare and social assistance: 14.7%
• Manufacturing: 8.5%
• Retail trade: 10.4%

Compared to Iowa state averages:

• Healthcare and social assistance: 15%
• Manufacturing: 16.5%
• Retail trade: 11%

Mills County shows a higher percentage of employment in healthcare and social assistance compared to both state and national averages but lags behind the state average in manufacturing. The retail trade sector aligns closely with state and national figures.

As of the most recent data, the average household income in Mills County, Iowa stands at approximately $70,000 per year. This figure is slightly below the national average household income, which is around $74,000 per year, but it is above the state average for Iowa, which is approximately $65,000 per year.

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Mills County's income levels reflect a reasonably healthy economic status, showing a stronger performance than the state average but trailing slightly behind the national average.

As of the latest available data, Mills County, IA, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. For instance, the violent crime rate is approximately 1.9 per 1,000 residents, whereas the property crime rate is about 11.3 per 1,000 residents. Below is a breakdown of crime statistics in Mills County:

These values give a general understanding of the crime landscape in Mills County, IA. For the most current and detailed information, consulting local law enforcement resources is recommended.