Muscatine County

As of the latest data, Muscatine County, IA has a population of approximately 42,000 residents. The racial makeup includes around 85% White, 10% Hispanic or Latino, 2% African American, and 1% Asian, with other races making up the remainder. The median household income is about $55,000, and the county has a median age of 38.5 years. Notably, around 16% of the population is under 18, and 15% is 65 or older. The county covers an area of 449 square miles.

As of the most recent data, Muscatine County, IA has a median home value of approximately $142,000 and a median rent of around $665 per month. The homeownership rate stands at about 72.4%. The housing stock primarily consists of single-family homes, with an average household size of 2.5 persons. The county has a mix of older and newer homes, with a fair amount of properties built before 1970. The vacancy rate for homes is approximately 8.1%, indicating some availability of housing options.

As of the latest available election cycle, Muscatine County, IA, conducted several elections for various positions. In the 2022 General Election:

1. U.S. Senate:

   • Chuck Grassley (Republican) - 58.3%
   • Michael Franken (Democrat) - 41.7%

2. U.S. House, District 2:

   • Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Republican) - 53.4%
   • Christina Bohannan (Democrat) - 46.6%

3. Governor:

   • Kim Reynolds (Republican) - 57.3%
   • Deidre DeJear (Democrat) - 39.6%

Local offices included board of supervisors, sheriff, and county auditor positions. Detailed results showed a voter turnout of 64%, reflecting an engaged electorate specifically concentrated on key statewide races. For precise current candidates and numerical updates, please refer to the Muscatine County Auditor's official website or local government resources.

As of the latest data, approximately 88.1% of Muscatine County, IA residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, which is slightly lower than the national average of around 88.5% and the state average of approximately 91.8%. Around 19.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is also below the national average of about 33.1% and the Iowa state average of roughly 28%. Although Muscatine County shows a strong base in high school education, it trails behind both the national and state figures when it comes to higher education attainments.

As of recent data, Muscatine County, IA has a labor force of approximately 21,000 people, with an unemployment rate of around 3.1%, which is slightly lower than both the national average of 3.5% and Iowa's state average of 3.3%.

Key industries in Muscatine County include manufacturing, accounting for about 30% of employment, significantly higher than the national average of 8.5% and the Iowa state average of 14%. Other prominent sectors are retail trade (15%), health care and social assistance (12%), and education services (10%).

Manufacturing leads as the primary industry due to the presence of large employers like HNI Corporation and Monsanto. This industrial concentration influences the local employment landscape, which differs starkly from the national employment distribution pattern. Similarly, the retail sector in Muscatine is slightly higher than the national average but aligns closely with state-level employment distributions.

As of the latest data, Muscatine County, IA, has a median household income of approximately $58,500. In comparison, the median household income for the entire state of Iowa is around $61,691, while the national median household income stands at approximately $68,700.

Income Statistics Table:

In summary, Muscatine County's median household income is lower than both the state and national averages.

As of the latest data available, Muscatine County, IA, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is approximately 1,600 incidents per 100,000 residents. Here is a breakdown of specific crime rates per 100,000 residents in Muscatine County:

These figures highlight the prominence of property crimes over violent crimes in the area. Note that crime rates can fluctuate and it's essential to consult local law enforcement or updated databases for the most current information.