Boone County, Iowa is a small county located in the heart of the state, with a population of just over 26,000 people. The county is largely rural, with most of the population living in small towns and rural areas. The economy of Boone County is largely agricultural, with the majority of the population employed in farming and related industries.
The median household income in Boone County is $50,845, which is slightly lower than the national median of $56,516. The poverty rate in Boone County is 11.2%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 10.5%. The unemployment rate in Boone County is 3.1%, which is lower than the national average of 3.7%.
The demographics of Boone County are largely white, with a population that is nearly 95% white. The other 5% of the population is made up of African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, and Native Americans. The median age in Boone County is 39.3 years, which is slightly higher than the national median of 37.7 years.
Boone County is served by the Boone Community School District, which includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The district is rated as “excellent” by the Iowa Department of Education, and has a graduation rate of 93.3%, which is higher than the national average of 83.2%.
The real estate market in Boone County is relatively affordable, with the median home value being $118,800. This is lower than the national median of $231,200. The median rent in Boone County is $735, which is lower than the national median of $1,062. The vacancy rate in Boone County is 6.4%, which is slightly higher than the national average of 5.8%.