Economy & Jobs — Chariton, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $46,979 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$59,400 |
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| Per Capita Income | $27,795 |
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| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 2,104 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Retail | 30.1% |
| Education Healthcare | 25.0% |
| Manufacturing | 8.3% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Law Offices | 5 |
| Bars | 5 |
| Gas Stations | 4 |
| Fast Food | 4 |
| Coffee Shops | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Real Estate Offices | 3 |
| Insurance Agencies | 3 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
