Economy & Jobs — Palmer, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $59,063 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$69,100 |
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| Per Capita Income | $46,770 |
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| Poverty Rate | 32.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 1.6% |
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| In Labor Force | 55 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Transportation | 46.7% |
| Education Healthcare | 15.0% |
| Construction | 10.0% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 10 |
| Commercial Banks | 8 |
| Gas Stations | 6 |
| Law Offices | 6 |
| Golf Courses Country Clubs | 4 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 4 |
| Fast Food | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Funeral Homes | 3 |
| Physician Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
