Economy & Jobs — Melrose, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $56,250 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$64,100 |
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| Per Capita Income | $19,979 |
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| Poverty Rate | 28.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 47.4% |
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| In Labor Force | 45 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Agriculture | 26.9% |
| Retail | 19.2% |
| Transportation | 19.2% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 5 |
| Gas Stations | 4 |
| Real Estate Offices | 4 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 4 |
| Bars | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Commercial Banks | 3 |
| Dental Offices | 3 |
| Nursing Care | 3 |
| Fast Food | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
