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Ireton, IA


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Ireton, Iowa

Ireton, Iowa, in Sioux county, is 32 miles N of Sioux City, Iowa (center to center) and 120 miles N of Omaha, Nebraska. The city contains a population of approximately 585.

The People and Families of Ireton

In Ireton, about 71% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Ireton, at least compared to other cities of its size.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ireton had a median family income of $44,063. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Ireton.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Ireton favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $525. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Ireton Housing

Ireton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 85% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Ireton, 90% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The city can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Ireton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyIreton Low Rate of Poverty
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Ireton Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Ireton, IA

Comparing Ireton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens86
Well-Paid Single Men87
Age of the Population76
Male Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Women75
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Female Share of the Population44
Racial Diversity23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size68

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty1010
People in Middle Class or Better87
Median Family Income75
College Educated Adults21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times98
Working at Home65
Walking and Biking to Work54
Public Transportation Use45

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents76
Affordability of Property Taxes78
People Living Alone64
Seasonal and Vacation Housing47
Housing Recently Built36
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals32
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