Economy & Jobs — Oskaloosa, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $64,004 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$70,800 |
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| Per Capita Income | $35,799 |
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| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% |
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| In Labor Force | 6,116 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 30.3% |
| Education Healthcare | 22.2% |
| Retail | 10.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 17 |
| Fast Food | 12 |
| Gas Stations | 11 |
| Commercial Banks | 9 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 9 |
| Beauty Salons | 7 |
| Auto Repair | 7 |
| Used Car Dealers | 5 |
| Law Offices | 5 |
| Dental Offices | 5 |
| Chiropractors | 5 |
| Child Day Care | 5 |
| Hotels Motels | 5 |
| Coffee Shops | 5 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
