Economy & Jobs — Spirit Lake, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $65,720 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$83,900 |
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| Per Capita Income | $41,566 |
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| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 3,004 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 20.2% |
| Manufacturing | 18.6% |
| Professional | 13.5% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 34 |
| Fast Food | 25 |
| Real Estate Offices | 22 |
| Insurance Agencies | 18 |
| Gas Stations | 17 |
| Hotels Motels | 16 |
| Commercial Banks | 15 |
| Chiropractors | 12 |
| Bars | 12 |
| Law Offices | 11 |
| Coffee Shops | 11 |
| Auto Repair | 7 |
| Physician Offices | 7 |
| Fitness Centers | 7 |
| Dental Offices | 6 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
