Winneshiek County

As of the 2020 Census, Winneshiek County, IA, had a population of 20,070. The racial composition was 96.2% White, 1.0% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, and 1.6% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The median age was around 41 years. There were about 8,000 households, with an average household size of 2.3 persons. The median household income was approximately $61,000, and roughly 10% of the population lived below the poverty line.

As of recent data, Winneshiek County, IA, has a median home value of approximately $180,000. The county features around 8,600 housing units, with a homeownership rate of about 74%. The median rent is roughly $650 per month. The housing market remains relatively stable, with an annual appreciation rate near 2-3%. These figures can vary slightly based on specific towns and neighborhoods within the county.

As of the most recent available information:

In the 2022 general election for Winneshiek County, IA:

• Voter turnout: approximately 60.2%
• Total registered voters: around 15,500
• Total votes cast: approximately 9,320

Key contested races included:

1. County Board of Supervisors (two seats):

   • Dan Langreck (Democrat)
   • Nick Franzen (Republican)
   • Ed Michels (Republican)

2. County Sheriff:

   • Dan Marx (Republican, incumbent)
   • No Democratic candidate

3. County Auditor:

   • Benjamin Steines (Republican, incumbent)
   • No Democratic candidate

Local referendums and school board positions were also on the ballot.

To get the most up-to-date and detailed information, contact the Winneshiek County Auditor’s Office or visit their official website.

(Note: Specific numbers and candidates can vary with new elections; check the latest resources for current info.)

As of recent data, Winneshiek County, IA, exhibits relatively strong educational metrics. Approximately 93.1% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of about 88.5% and the state of Iowa average of 92.1%. Furthermore, around 33.4% of this demographic holds a bachelor's degree or higher, surpassing the national average of 32.1% and the Iowa average of 29.3%. These figures indicate that Winneshiek County is more educated than both the national and state averages in terms of high school and college-level educational attainment.

As of the latest data, Winneshiek County, IA, has an employment rate higher than the national average. Key sectors include healthcare, education, manufacturing, and retail trade. Healthcare and social assistance employ around 20% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of 14.8%. Education services also play a crucial role, with employment figures boosted by institutions like Luther College.

Manufacturing employs about 14% of the workforce, compared to the national average of 8.5%. Retail trade constitutes around 12%, consistent with U.S. figures. Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting are prominent, engaging approximately 8% of the workforce, compared to a national average of 1.3%.

Unemployment rates in the county typically hover below both state and national averages, reflecting the robust agricultural and educational sectors.

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Iowa Workforce Development.

As of recent data, the median household income in Winneshiek County, IA, is approximately $59,000. The per capita income is roughly $29,000.

In comparison, the national median household income is around $68,700, and the per capita income is approximately $35,900. In Iowa, the state median household income is about $60,000, and the per capita income is approximately $32,100.

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Winneshiek County's median household and per capita incomes are slightly below state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, Winneshiek County, IA, maintains relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. The county's crime rate for violent crimes is approximately 1.2 incidents per 1,000 residents, while property crimes stand at about 8.1 incidents per 1,000 residents. Below is a table summarizing specific types of crimes and their occurrences:

These values suggest that Winneshiek County is relatively safe, with property crimes being more prevalent than violent crimes.