Warren County

Warren County, Iowa, has an estimated population of around 52,000 people. The racial composition is predominantly White at approximately 95%, with smaller percentages of other racial groups including 1.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1.1% African American, and 1.0% Asian. The county spans about 573 square miles, with a population density of roughly 90 people per square mile. The median household income is approximately $78,000, and the median age is around 38 years. About 25% of the population is under 18, and 15% are 65 years or older.

As of the latest data, Warren County, IA, has a median home value of approximately $200,000. The median rent is around $950 per month. The county has a homeownership rate of 77%, with a median household income of about $72,000. The population density is roughly 71 people per square mile. Housing units total around 18,000, with a median size of 2.5 persons per household. The area has experienced a steady growth rate in the housing market, reflecting broader economic trends.

Warren County, Iowa holds elections for various local, county, state, and federal offices. As of the latest elections:

1. County Board of Supervisors: Three seats with incumbents and challengers.

   • Example: 2022 seats held by Doug Shull and Crystal McIntyre

2. County Offices: Elections for positions like Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder, Sheriff, and Attorney.

   • Example: 2022 Warren County Treasurer, Darren Moon (Republican)
   • Example: 2022 Sheriff, Brian Vos (Republican)

3. State Elections: Senate and House districts.

   • Example: State Senate District 11 (Winner: Julian Garrett - Republican)
   • Example: State House District 25 (Winner: Stan Gustafson - Republican)

4. Federal Elections: Representation in Congressional District 3.

   • Example: U.S. Representative Cindy Axne (Democrat)

Notable numerical values include voter turnout percentages, total registered voters, and results per candidate. Keep updated with the Warren County Auditor's Office for the latest numbers and official candidate lists.

Warren County, IA, demonstrates commendable educational attainment. Approximately 93.6% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, surpassing the national average of around 88%. Furthermore, about 34.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is close to the national average of 33.1%. Iowa's state averages are 92.1% for high school graduates and 29.3% for those with a bachelor's degree or higher. Thus, Warren County exceeds state averages in both high school and higher education attainment, indicating a well-educated populace overall.

As of the latest data, Warren County, IA had an unemployment rate of approximately 2.6%, lower than both the national average of around 3.7% and the Iowa state average of 3.1%. The county's labor force participation rate stood at roughly 67.8%.

Top industries include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, manufacturing, and educational services. In Warren County, about 18% of the labor force is employed in healthcare and social assistance, compared to the national average of 14.8%. Retail trade employs around 12% of the county’s workforce, somewhat aligned with the U.S. average of 10.9%. Manufacturing employs about 11% of workers, below the national rate of 8.5%. Educational services engage roughly 9% of the workforce, similar to the national average of 9.3%.

These figures highlight Warren County's stronger reliance on healthcare and manufacturing sectors, compared to broader state and national trends.

According to the latest available data, the median household income in Warren County, IA is approximately $79,000. This figure is higher than both the state and national averages. For comparison, the median household income in the state of Iowa is around $61,000, while the national median household income is approximately $68,700. Warren County's higher income levels may be attributed to its proximity to the Des Moines metropolitan area, which provides residents with greater employment opportunities and higher-paying jobs.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey

(Note: These values are estimates and may vary with new data releases.)

As of the most recent data, Warren County, Iowa, has a crime rate lower than the national average. The crime rate per 1,000 residents is approximately 10.45, which includes both violent and property crimes. Below is a table highlighting the specific types of crimes and their respective rates per 1,000 residents:

Violent crimes include offenses such as assault and robbery, while property crimes encompass burglary, larceny-theft, and motor vehicle theft. This data suggests that Warren County is relatively safe, especially concerning violent crimes.