Belle Plaine, IA
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2,421
TOTAL POPULATION
1,337
MALE POPULATION
1,084
FEMALE POPULATION
123.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
81.08
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,218
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,813
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$65,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
27.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,258
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Belle Plaine Zip Codes
Belle Plaine Area Codes
Race in Belle Plaine
The most populous races in Belle Plaine are White / Caucasian (2,311 | 95.5%), Two or more Races (67 | 2.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (55 | 2.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 55 | 2.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,311 | 95.5% |
| Two or more Races | 67 | 2.8% |
| Some other Race | 43 | 1.8% |
| Total | 2,421 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Belle Plaine
The most populous ancestries reported in Belle Plaine are German (761 | 31.4%), Irish (304 | 12.6%), Czech (179 | 7.4%), English (168 | 6.9%), and American (118 | 4.9%), together accounting for 63.2% of all Belle Plaine residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 118 | 4.9% |
| Belgian | 25 | 1.0% |
| British | 10 | 0.4% |
| Cherokee | 1 | 0.0% |
| Choctaw | 3 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 179 | 7.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 33 | 1.4% |
| Danish | 5 | 0.2% |
| Dutch | 33 | 1.4% |
| English | 168 | 6.9% |
| European | 23 | 0.9% |
| French | 36 | 1.5% |
| German | 761 | 31.4% |
| Hungarian | 5 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 304 | 12.6% |
| Italian | 45 | 1.9% |
| Mexican | 55 | 2.3% |
| Norwegian | 60 | 2.5% |
| Polish | 21 | 0.9% |
| Russian | 40 | 1.7% |
| Scandinavian | 15 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 4 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 83 | 3.4% |
| Swedish | 55 | 2.3% |
| Welsh | 5 | 0.2% | View All 25 Rows |
Immigrants in Belle Plaine
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Belle Plaine came from Europe (6 | 0.3%), Germany (6 | 0.3%), Western Europe (6 | 0.3%), Central America (4 | 0.2%), and Latin America (4 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.1% of all Belle Plaine residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Central America | 4 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 6 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 4 | 0.2% |
| Mexico | 4 | 0.2% |
| Western Europe | 6 | 0.3% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Belle Plaine
Sex and Age in Belle Plaine
The most populous age groups in Belle Plaine are 65 to 69 Years (129 | 9.7%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (122 | 11.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 105 (7.9%) | 49 (4.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 61 (4.6%) | 47 (4.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 87 (6.5%) | 23 (2.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 61 (4.6%) | 86 (7.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 63 (4.7%) | 58 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 109 (8.2%) | 61 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 55 (4.1%) | 58 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 90 (6.7%) | 48 (4.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 100 (7.5%) | 63 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 48 (3.6%) | 54 (5.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 75 (5.6%) | 122 (11.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 102 (7.6%) | 53 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 78 (5.8%) | 107 (9.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 129 (9.7%) | 60 (5.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 85 (6.4%) | 76 (7.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 27 (2.0%) | 62 (5.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 36 (2.7%) | 18 (1.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 26 (1.9%) | 39 (3.6%) |
| Total | 1,337 (100.0%) | 1,084 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Belle Plaine
Median Family Size in Belle Plaine
The median family size in Belle Plaine is 2.87 persons per family, with single female/mother families (78 | 12.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.13 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (473 | 77.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.82 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 473 (77.4%) | 2.82 |
| Single Male/Father | 60 (9.8%) | 2.97 |
| Single Female/Mother | 78 (12.8%) | 3.13 |
| Total Families | 611 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
Median Household Size in Belle Plaine
The median household size in Belle Plaine is 2.39 persons per household, with single female/mother households (78 | 7.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.41 persons per household. non-family households (379 | 38.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.53 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 473 (47.8%) | 2.82 |
| Single Male/Father | 60 (6.1%) | 3.23 |
| Single Female/Mother | 78 (7.9%) | 3.41 |
| Non-family | 379 (38.3%) | 1.53 |
| Total Households | 990 (100.0%) | 2.39 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Belle Plaine
Out of a total of 990 households in Belle Plaine, 611 (61.7%) are family households, while 379 (38.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 378, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 309.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 309 (31.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 378 (38.2%) | 65 (6.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 73 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 97 (9.8%) | 5 (0.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 36 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 13 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 14 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 611 (61.7%) | 379 (38.3%) |
Female Fertility in Belle Plaine
Fertility by Age in Belle Plaine
Average fertility rate in Belle Plaine is 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 147.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 26 (76.5%) | 147.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (23.5%) | 33.0 |
| Total | 34 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Belle Plaine
64.7% of women with births (34) in Belle Plaine are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 50.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 30.8% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 18 (69.2%) | 8 (30.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 4 (50.0%) | 4 (50.0%) |
| Total | 22 (64.7%) | 12 (35.3%) |
Fertility by Education in Belle Plaine
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 4 (11.8%) | 26.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 20 (58.8%) | 102.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10 (29.4%) | 167.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 34 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Belle Plaine
35.3% of women with births in Belle Plaine are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 12 (60.0%) | 8 (40.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 22 (64.7%) | 12 (35.3%) |
Income in Belle Plaine
Income Overview in Belle Plaine
Per Capita Income in Belle Plaine is $35,218, while median incomes of families and households are $79,813 and $65,500 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,421 | $35,218 |
| Median Family Income | 611 | $79,813 |
| Mean Family Income | 611 | $95,981 |
| Median Household Income | 990 | $65,500 |
| Mean Household Income | 990 | $77,957 |
| Income Deficit | 611 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,421 | 27.36% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,421 | 72.64¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,421 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Belle Plaine
Average Earnings in Belle Plaine are $43,442, $50,264 for men and $36,510 for women, a difference of 27.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 771 (58.2%) | $50,264 |
| Female | 553 (41.8%) | $36,510 |
| Total | 1,324 (100.0%) | $43,442 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Belle Plaine
The most common earnings brackets in Belle Plaine are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (122 | 15.8%) and $35,000 to $39,999 for women (80 | 14.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 18 (2.3%) | 17 (3.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 17 (2.2%) | 30 (5.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 12 (1.6%) | 16 (2.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 24 (3.1%) | 13 (2.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 5 (0.6%) | 29 (5.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 11 (1.4%) | 21 (3.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 5 (0.6%) | 13 (2.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 23 (3.0%) | 23 (4.2%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 5 (0.6%) | 47 (8.5%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 4 (0.5%) | 13 (2.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 104 (13.5%) | 34 (6.1%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 24 (3.1%) | 80 (14.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 47 (6.1%) | 64 (11.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 81 (10.5%) | 25 (4.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 56 (7.3%) | 5 (0.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 118 (15.3%) | 53 (9.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 64 (8.3%) | 19 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 122 (15.8%) | 17 (3.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 31 (4.0%) | 28 (5.1%) |
| Total | 771 (100.0%) | 553 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Belle Plaine
Average earnings in Belle Plaine are $51,034 for men and $39,420 for women, a difference of 22.8%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,583, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $48,315. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $116,607, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $37,775.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $48,315 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $51,779 | $37,775 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,804 | $41,447 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $64,583 | $52,000 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $51,034 | $39,420 |
Family Income in Belle Plaine
Family Income Brackets in Belle Plaine
According to the Belle Plaine family income data, there are 149 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.4% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 47 | 7.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8 | 1.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 65 | 10.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 149 | 24.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 136 | 22.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 131 | 21.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 50 | 8.2% |
| $200,000+ | 25 | 4.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Belle Plaine
3-person families (61 | 10.0%) account for the highest median family income in Belle Plaine with $113,542 per family, while 2-person families (398 | 65.1%) have the highest median income of $38,750 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 398 (65.1%) | $77,500 |
| 3-Person Families | 61 (10.0%) | $113,542 |
| 4-Person Families | 99 (16.2%) | $77,232 |
| 5-Person Families | 26 (4.3%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 13 (2.1%) | $78,438 |
| 7+ Person Families | 14 (2.3%) | $43,500 |
| Total | 611 (100.0%) | $79,813 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Belle Plaine
The median family income in Belle Plaine is $79,813, with families comprising 3+ earners (61) having the highest median family income of $113,125, while families with no earners (131) have the lowest median family income of $53,750, accounting for 10.0% and 21.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 131 (21.4%) | $53,750 |
| 1 Earner | 190 (31.1%) | $63,583 |
| 2 Earners | 229 (37.5%) | $103,405 |
| 3+ Earners | 61 (10.0%) | $113,125 |
| Total | 611 (100.0%) | $79,813 |
Household Income in Belle Plaine
Household Income Brackets in Belle Plaine
With 241 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Belle Plaine, accounting for 24.3% of all households. In contrast, only 20 households (2.0%) fall into the $25,000 to $34,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 22 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 58 | 5.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 126 | 12.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 | 2.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 121 | 12.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 241 | 24.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 148 | 14.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 161 | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 60 | 6.1% |
| $200,000+ | 33 | 3.3% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Belle Plaine
The median household income in Belle Plaine is $65,500, with the highest median household income of $81,250 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 40 households (4.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $56,176, with 324 households (32.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 40 (4.0%) | $81,250 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 240 (24.2%) | $71,923 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 386 (39.0%) | $66,000 |
| 65+ Years | 324 (32.7%) | $56,176 |
| Total | 990 (100.0%) | $65,500 |
Poverty in Belle Plaine
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Belle Plaine
With 7.6% poverty level for males and 8.4% for females among the residents of Belle Plaine, 45 to 54 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 23 males (18.7%) and 11 females (25.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (4.8%) | 11 (25.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 22 (18.3%) | 9 (23.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (7.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 23 (12.1%) | 4 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 23 (18.7%) | 10 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4 (2.3%) | 18 (11.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (7.8%) | 22 (16.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 99 (7.6%) | 89 (8.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Belle Plaine
According to the poverty statistics in Belle Plaine, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 100 (95.2%) | 33 (75.0%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (100.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 98 (81.7%) | 30 (76.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 22 (100.0%) | 23 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 20 (100.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 27 (100.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 77 (100.0%) | 99 (94.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 164 (100.0%) | 110 (92.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 167 (87.9%) | 107 (96.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 100 (81.3%) | 166 (94.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 173 (97.7%) | 142 (88.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 189 (92.2%) | 114 (83.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (91.4%) | 100 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,207 (92.4%) | 971 (91.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Belle Plaine
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Belle Plaine show that 1.1% or 5 of the total 473 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 35.7%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 362 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 75 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (64.3%) | 5 (35.7%) |
| Total | 468 (98.9%) | 5 (1.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Belle Plaine
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (16.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (33.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (12.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Belle Plaine
The poverty data for Belle Plaine shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (1.1%) and 10 of the single-parent households (7.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (35.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (21.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (7.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (21.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 5 (35.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (1.1%) | 10 (7.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in Belle Plaine
Employment by Class of Employer in Belle Plaine
Among the 1,222 employed individuals in Belle Plaine, private company employees (988 | 80.8%), local government employees (68 | 5.6%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (54 | 4.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 988 | 80.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 25 | 2.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 54 | 4.4% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 54 | 4.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 68 | 5.6% |
| State Government Employees | 18 | 1.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 10 | 0.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 5 | 0.4% |
| Total | 1,222 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Belle Plaine
According to the labor force statistics for Belle Plaine, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,023), 62.2% or 1,258 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 28 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 93.4% or 281 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.9% or 17 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 71 (58.7%) | 17 (23.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 71 (58.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 151 (88.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 96 (85.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 281 (93.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 230 (76.9%) | 11 (4.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 125 (80.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 113 (61.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 114 (32.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,258 (62.2%) | 28 (2.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Belle Plaine
According to labor force statistics for Belle Plaine, 81.4% of individuals (996) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,223) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 11 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.0% or 161 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.7% or 11 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 57 (90.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 370 (80.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 408 (78.0%) | 14 (2.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 161 (92.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 996 (81.4%) | 13 (1.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Belle Plaine
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Belle Plaine are Management (65 | 5.3%), Business & Financial (57 | 4.6%), Community & Social Service (38 | 3.1%), Education Instruction & Library (30 | 2.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (27 | 2.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Belle Plaine, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 40 (61.5%) | 25 (38.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 39 (68.4%) | 18 (31.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 19 (79.2%) | 5 (20.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 3 (7.9%) | 35 (92.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 3 (10.0%) | 27 (90.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 101 (47.9%) | 110 (52.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 751 (61.1%) | 479 (38.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Belle Plaine are Healthcare Support (79 | 6.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (43 | 3.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (31 | 2.5%), Personal Care & Service (30 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (29 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Belle Plaine, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (82.8%), Firefighting & Prevention (82.8%), and Healthcare Support (58.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (90.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (67.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 46 (58.2%) | 33 (41.8%) |
| Security & Protection | 24 (82.8%) | 5 (17.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 24 (82.8%) | 5 (17.2%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 4 (9.3%) | 39 (90.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 10 (32.3%) | 21 (67.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 84 (39.6%) | 128 (60.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 751 (61.1%) | 479 (38.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Belle Plaine are Office & Administration (85 | 6.9%), and Sales & Related (71 | 5.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 35 (49.3%) | 36 (50.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 10 (11.8%) | 75 (88.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 45 (28.8%) | 111 (71.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 751 (61.1%) | 479 (38.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Belle Plaine are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (116 | 9.4%), Construction & Extraction (89 | 7.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 84 (94.4%) | 5 (5.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 66 (56.9%) | 50 (43.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 154 (73.7%) | 55 (26.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 751 (61.1%) | 479 (38.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Belle Plaine are Production (277 | 22.5%), Transportation (99 | 8.1%), and Material Moving (66 | 5.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 224 (80.9%) | 53 (19.1%) |
| Transportation | 99 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 44 (66.7%) | 22 (33.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 367 (83.0%) | 75 (17.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 751 (61.1%) | 479 (38.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Belle Plaine
Employment Industries in Belle Plaine
The major employment industries in Belle Plaine include Manufacturing (373 | 30.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (147 | 11.9%), Retail Trade (121 | 9.8%), Construction (98 | 8.0%), and Wholesale Trade (76 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Belle Plaine
The Belle Plaine industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (85.3%), Educational Services (79.0%), and Finance & Insurance (71.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 93 (94.9%) | 5 (5.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 300 (80.4%) | 73 (19.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 45 (59.2%) | 31 (40.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 61 (50.4%) | 60 (49.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 27 (69.2%) | 12 (30.8%) |
| Utilities | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 10 (28.6%) | 25 (71.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 17 (68.0%) | 8 (32.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 5 (14.7%) | 29 (85.3%) |
| Educational Services | 13 (21.0%) | 49 (79.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 52 (35.4%) | 95 (64.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 24 (51.1%) | 23 (48.9%) |
| Public Administration | 13 (59.1%) | 9 (40.9%) |
| Total | 751 (61.1%) | 479 (38.9%) |
Education in Belle Plaine
School Enrollment in Belle Plaine
The most common levels of schooling among the 385 students in Belle Plaine are high school (124 | 32.2%), middle school (90 | 23.4%), and elementary school (85 | 22.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 29 | 7.5% |
| Kindergarten | 11 | 2.9% |
| Elementary School | 85 | 22.1% |
| Middle School | 90 | 23.4% |
| High School | 124 | 32.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 46 | 11.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 385 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Belle Plaine
Out of a total of 385 students who are enrolled in schools in Belle Plaine, 11 (2.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 374 (97.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (17.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 102 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 14 (82.4%) | 3 (17.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 91 (91.9%) | 8 (8.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 102 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 86 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 374 (97.1%) | 11 (2.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Belle Plaine
Education (111 | 38.5%), business (48 | 16.7%), liberal arts & history (23 | 8.0%), arts & humanities (22 | 7.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (19 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 288 individuals in Belle Plaine who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 19 | 6.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 5 | 1.7% |
| Psychology | 7 | 2.4% |
| Social Sciences | 13 | 4.5% |
| Engineering | 8 | 2.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 9 | 3.1% |
| Business | 48 | 16.7% |
| Education | 111 | 38.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 23 | 8.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 14 | 4.9% |
| Communications | 9 | 3.1% |
| Arts & Humanities | 22 | 7.6% |
| Total | 288 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Belle Plaine
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Belle Plaine
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Belle Plaine are males with 2 vehicles (316, accounting for 42.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (147, making up 66.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 92 (12.3%) | 56 (11.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 316 (42.2%) | 147 (31.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 169 (22.6%) | 69 (14.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 121 (16.2%) | 132 (27.9%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 51 (6.8%) | 65 (13.7%) |
| Total | 749 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Belle Plaine
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Belle Plaine are less than 5 minutes (273 commuters, 23.1%), 45 to 59 minutes (157 commuters, 13.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (121 commuters, 10.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 273 | 23.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 106 | 8.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 109 | 9.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 52 | 4.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 71 | 6.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 88 | 7.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 121 | 10.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 97 | 8.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 55 | 4.6% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 157 | 13.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 32 | 2.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 23 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Belle Plaine
The most common commute times in Belle Plaine are 45 to 59 minutes (147 commuters, 19.8%) for males and less than 5 minutes (140 commuters, 31.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 133 (17.9%) | 140 (31.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 54 (7.3%) | 52 (11.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 72 (9.7%) | 37 (8.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 14 (1.9%) | 38 (8.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 46 (6.2%) | 25 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 53 (7.1%) | 35 (8.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 80 (10.7%) | 41 (9.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 63 (8.5%) | 34 (7.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 45 (6.0%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 147 (19.8%) | 10 (2.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 18 (2.4%) | 14 (3.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 19 (2.5%) | 4 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Belle Plaine
The most frequent times of departure to work in Belle Plaine are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (200, 26.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (116, 26.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 101 (13.6%) | 14 (3.2%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 38 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 96 (12.9%) | 36 (8.2%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 87 (11.7%) | 31 (7.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 66 (8.9%) | 17 (3.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 200 (26.9%) | 98 (22.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 41 (5.5%) | 116 (26.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 29 (3.9%) | 46 (10.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 5 (0.7%) | 12 (2.7%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (4.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 49 (6.6%) | 7 (1.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 32 (4.3%) | 42 (9.6%) |
| Total | 744 (100.0%) | 440 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Belle Plaine
Occupancy by Ownership in Belle Plaine
Of the total 990 dwellings in Belle Plaine, owner-occupied units account for 817 (82.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 173 (17.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 817 | 82.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 173 | 17.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 990 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Belle Plaine
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 309 | 31.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 443 | 44.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 73 | 7.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 165 | 16.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 990 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Belle Plaine
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 214 (69.3%) | 95 (30.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 402 (90.7%) | 41 (9.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 58 (79.4%) | 15 (20.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 143 (86.7%) | 22 (13.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 817 (82.5%) | 173 (17.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Belle Plaine
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 24 (43.6%) | 31 (56.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 301 (78.8%) | 81 (21.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 358 (87.3%) | 52 (12.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 134 (93.7%) | 9 (6.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Belle Plaine
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 144 | 14.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 136 | 13.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 178 | 18.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 208 | 21.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 226 | 22.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 73 | 7.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 25 | 2.5% |
| Total | 990 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Belle Plaine
Median Income by Occupancy in Belle Plaine
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 817 (82.5%) | $68,932 |
| Renter-Occupied | 173 (17.5%) | $27,250 |
| Average | 990 (100.0%) | $65,500 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Belle Plaine
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 7 (0.9%) | 9 (5.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 6 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 17 (2.1%) | 41 (23.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 44 (5.4%) | 24 (13.9%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 50 (6.1%) | 8 (4.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8 (1.0%) | 12 (6.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 116 (14.2%) | 5 (2.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 200 (24.5%) | 41 (23.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 135 (16.5%) | 13 (7.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 145 (17.7%) | 16 (9.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 89 (10.9%) | 4 (2.3%) |
| Total | 817 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Belle Plaine
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 9 (1.1%) | 7 (4.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 167 (20.4%) | 34 (19.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 205 (25.1%) | 66 (38.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 117 (14.3%) | 17 (9.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 273 (33.4%) | 30 (17.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 29 (3.5%) | 10 (5.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 7 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 6 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 4 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 817 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Belle Plaine
Housing Structures in Belle Plaine
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 865 | 87.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 | 0.9% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 22 | 2.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 37 | 3.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 37 | 3.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 4 | 0.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 16 | 1.6% |
| Total | 990 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Belle Plaine
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 791 (91.4%) | 74 (8.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 5 (13.5%) | 32 (86.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 12 (75.0%) | 4 (25.0%) |
| Total | 817 (82.5%) | 173 (17.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Belle Plaine
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 34 (4.2%) | 54 (31.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 198 (24.2%) | 53 (30.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 342 (41.9%) | 35 (20.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 243 (29.7%) | 31 (17.9%) |
| Total | 817 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Belle Plaine
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 668 (81.8%) | 102 (59.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 11 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 113 (13.8%) | 66 (38.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 6 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 16 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 3 (0.4%) | 5 (2.9%) |
| Total | 817 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Belle Plaine
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 11 (1.3%) | 39 (22.5%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 178 (21.8%) | 76 (43.9%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 346 (42.3%) | 41 (23.7%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 282 (34.5%) | 17 (9.8%) |
| Total | 817 (100.0%) | 173 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Belle Plaine
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Belle Plaine
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 312 | 505 |
| Median Property Value | $95,500 | $114,200 |
| Median Household Income | $63,500 | $51 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $470 | $4 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,306 | $5 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Belle Plaine
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 53 (17.0%) | 22 (4.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 113 (36.2%) | 146 (28.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 142 (45.5%) | 319 (63.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (2.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 4 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (1.0%) |
| Total | 312 (100.0%) | 505 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Belle Plaine
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 6 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 79 (25.3%) | 7 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8 (2.6%) | 32 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 19 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 69 (22.1%) | 97 (19.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 46 (14.7%) | 131 (25.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 47 (15.1%) | 89 (17.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 38 (12.2%) | 98 (19.4%) |
| Total | 312 (100.0%) | 505 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Belle Plaine
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 193 (61.9%) | 69,417 (13,745.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 56 (17.9%) | 290 (57.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 12 (3.8%) | 148 (29.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 51 (16.4%) | 16 (3.2%) |
| Total | 312 (100.0%) | 505 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Belle Plaine
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 73 (23.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 117 (37.5%) | 23 (4.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 117 (37.5%) | 165 (32.7%) |
| Total | 312 (100.0%) | 505 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Belle Plaine
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Belle Plaine
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 329 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 154 (98.1%) | 3 (1.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 194 (72.1%) | 75 (27.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 286 (95.0%) | 15 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 289 (96.7%) | 10 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 331 (98.2%) | 6 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 341 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 170 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,262 (95.4%) | 109 (4.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Belle Plaine
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 168 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 329 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 154 (98.1%) | 3 (1.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Belle Plaine
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 267 (93.0%) | 20 (7.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 330 (98.5%) | 5 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 468 (86.5%) | 73 (13.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 422 (99.3%) | 3 (0.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 775 (99.0%) | 8 (1.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Belle Plaine
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 99 (58.9%) | 84 (50.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 158 (48.0%) | 245 (74.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 55 (35.0%) | 108 (68.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 40 (14.9%) | 154 (57.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 60 (19.9%) | 246 (81.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 74 (24.7%) | 242 (80.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 86 (25.5%) | 253 (75.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 324 (95.0%) | 220 (64.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 170 (100.0%) | 126 (74.1%) |
| Total | 1,066 (45.0%) | 1,678 (70.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Belle Plaine
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 16 (6.6%) | 28 (12.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 94 (19.2%) | 39 (8.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (18.0%) | 9 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 26 (37.1%) | 10 (10.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Belle Plaine
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 29 (5.9%) | 5 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 6 (8.6%) | 5 (5.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 21 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (5.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 25 (5.1%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 11 (4.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 14 (2.9%) | 30 (6.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 23 (11.2%) | 9 (6.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 20 (28.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 10 (2.0%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 16 (7.8%) | 5 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 4 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Belle Plaine
Computing Device Access in Belle Plaine
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 751 | 75.9% |
| Smartphone | 851 | 86.0% |
| Tablet | 513 | 51.8% |
| No Computing Device | 66 | 6.7% |
| Total | 990 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Belle Plaine
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 9 | 0.9% |
| Broadband Home | 701 | 70.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 140 | 14.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 50 | 5.1% |
| No Internet | 106 | 10.7% |
| Total | 990 | 100.0% |
Belle Plaine Summary
Belle Plaine is a city located in Benton County, Iowa, United States. The population was 2,890 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Benton County.
History
Belle Plaine was founded in 1851 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was named after the French phrase for "beautiful plain," which was chosen to reflect the town's flat terrain. The first post office was established in 1853.
In 1856, the first school was built in Belle Plaine. The town was incorporated in 1858. In 1864, the first newspaper, the Belle Plaine Herald, was established.
In 1871, the first railroad line was built through Belle Plaine, connecting it to Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. This allowed the town to become a major shipping center for the surrounding area.
In 1875, the first bank was established in Belle Plaine. The town continued to grow and by the early 1900s, it had become a major agricultural center.
Geography
Belle Plaine is located at 41°55'25" North, 92°14'45" West (41.923750, -92.245833). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Belle Plaine is a small, rural community with a strong agricultural base. The town is home to several large farms, as well as several small businesses. The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory and a plastics factory.
Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,890 people, 1,093 households, and 745 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,312.7 people per square mile (506.2/km2). There were 1,164 housing units at an average density of 527.3 per square mile (203.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.06.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,917, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $31,964 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,845. About 6.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Belle Plaine?
Total Population of Belle Plaine is 2,421.
What is the Total Male Population of Belle Plaine?
Total Male Population of Belle Plaine is 1,337.
What is the Total Female Population of Belle Plaine?
Total Female Population of Belle Plaine is 1,084.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Belle Plaine?
There are 123.34 Males per 100 Females in Belle Plaine.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Belle Plaine?
There are 81.08 Females per 100 Males in Belle Plaine.
What is the Median Population Age in Belle Plaine?
Median Population Age in Belle Plaine is 44.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Belle Plaine
Average Family Size in Belle Plaine is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Belle Plaine
Average Household Size in Belle Plaine is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Belle Plaine?
Per Capita income in Belle Plaine is $35,218.
What is the Median Family Income in Belle Plaine?
Median Family Income in Belle Plaine is $79,813.
What is the Median Household income in Belle Plaine?
Median Household Income in Belle Plaine is $65,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Belle Plaine?
Income or Wage Gap in Belle Plaine is 27.4%.
Women in Belle Plaine earn 72.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Belle Plaine?
Inequality or Gini Index in Belle Plaine is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Belle Plaine?
There are 1,258 People in the Labor Forcein in Belle Plaine.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Belle Plaine?
62.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Belle Plaine.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Belle Plaine?
Unemployment Rate in Belle Plaine is 2.2%.