Economy & Jobs — Thayer, Iowa
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $55,000 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$59,800 |
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| Per Capita Income | $13,806 |
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| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 22.2% |
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| In Labor Force | 15 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Retail | 50.0% |
| Manufacturing | 18.8% |
| Professional | 18.8% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 12 |
| Commercial Banks | 8 |
| Insurance Agencies | 7 |
| Child Day Care | 7 |
| Fast Food | 7 |
| Beauty Salons | 6 |
| Law Offices | 5 |
| Gas Stations | 4 |
| New Car Dealers | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Real Estate Offices | 4 |
| Funeral Homes | 3 |
| Dental Offices | 3 |
| Fitness Centers | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
