Economy & Jobs — Melvin, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $65,417 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$75,000 |
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| Per Capita Income | $27,803 |
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| Poverty Rate | 14.4% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 1.5% |
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| In Labor Force | 146 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 21.6% |
| Education Healthcare | 16.3% |
| Construction | 14.4% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Gas Stations | 5 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
