Economy & Jobs — Independence, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $73,806 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$82,300 |
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| Per Capita Income | $36,517 |
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| Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% |
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| In Labor Force | 3,380 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 27.9% |
| Manufacturing | 19.6% |
| Retail | 13.3% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 13 |
| Commercial Banks | 11 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 11 |
| Insurance Agencies | 10 |
| Bars | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 7 |
| Chiropractors | 7 |
| Fast Food | 7 |
| Child Day Care | 6 |
| Auto Repair | 5 |
| Funeral Homes | 5 |
| Coffee Shops | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Florists | 3 |
| Pet Grooming | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
