Economy & Jobs — Emerson, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $49,063 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$54,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $30,238 |
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| Poverty Rate | 15.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% |
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| In Labor Force | 264 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 21.6% |
| Manufacturing | 15.2% |
| Transportation | 12.1% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Auto Repair | 8 |
| Real Estate Offices | 7 |
| Insurance Agencies | 7 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 7 |
| Gas Stations | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Law Offices | 5 |
| Fast Food | 5 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Beauty Salons | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Liquor Stores | 3 |
| Pet Grooming | 3 |
| Child Day Care | 3 |
| Bars | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
