Economy & Jobs — Harlan, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $57,488 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$62,600 |
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| Per Capita Income | $36,327 |
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| Poverty Rate | 9.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% |
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| In Labor Force | 2,332 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 23.2% |
| Retail | 16.8% |
| Manufacturing | 15.3% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Insurance Agencies | 19 |
| Commercial Banks | 12 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 8 |
| Gas Stations | 7 |
| Dental Offices | 7 |
| Child Day Care | 7 |
| Fast Food | 7 |
| Bars | 6 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Real Estate Offices | 4 |
| Law Offices | 3 |
| Chiropractors | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
