Monroe, IA

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Monroe Overview

1,889
TOTAL POPULATION
970
MALE POPULATION
919
FEMALE POPULATION
105.55
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,380
PER CAPITA INCOME
$96,875
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$83,362
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.29
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,073
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Monroe Zip Codes

Monroe Area Codes

Race in Monroe

The most populous races in Monroe are White / Caucasian (1,859 | 98.4%), Asian (15 | 0.8%), and Two or more Races (14 | 0.7%).
Race in Monroe
Race# Population% Population
Asian150.8%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino80.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,85998.4%
Two or more Races140.7%
Some other Race10.1%
Total1,889100.0%

Ancestry in Monroe

The most populous ancestries reported in Monroe are German (548 | 29.0%), English (236 | 12.5%), Irish (171 | 9.0%), Dutch (155 | 8.2%), and European (114 | 6.0%), together accounting for 64.8% of all Monroe residents.
Ancestry in Monroe
Ancestry# Population% Population
American733.9%
Bangladeshi70.4%
Canadian70.4%
Dutch1558.2%
English23612.5%
European1146.0%
French130.7%
French Canadian50.3%
German54829.0%
Irish1719.0%
Italian472.5%
Mexican80.4%
Northern European50.3%
Norwegian492.6%
Pennsylvania German20.1%
Polish542.9%
Scandinavian50.3%
Scotch-Irish160.9%
Scottish160.9%
Slovene30.2%
Sri Lankan110.6%
Swedish100.5%
Swiss30.2%
Welsh140.7%
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Immigrants in Monroe

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Monroe came from Asia (8 | 0.4%), South Eastern Asia (8 | 0.4%), Laos (4 | 0.2%), and Philippines (4 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.3% of all Monroe residents.
Immigrants in Monroe
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia80.4%
Laos40.2%
Philippines40.2%
South Eastern Asia80.4%
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Sex and Age in Monroe

Sex and Age in Monroe

The most populous age groups in Monroe are 50 to 54 Years (140 | 14.4%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (104 | 11.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Monroe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years51 (5.3%)42 (4.6%)
5 to 9 Years85 (8.8%)45 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Years76 (7.8%)58 (6.3%)
15 to 19 Years62 (6.4%)73 (7.9%)
20 to 24 Years60 (6.2%)17 (1.8%)
25 to 29 Years67 (6.9%)104 (11.3%)
30 to 34 Years56 (5.8%)99 (10.8%)
35 to 39 Years54 (5.6%)69 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years120 (12.4%)63 (6.9%)
45 to 49 Years28 (2.9%)43 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years140 (14.4%)28 (3.0%)
55 to 59 Years25 (2.6%)62 (6.8%)
60 to 64 Years27 (2.8%)42 (4.6%)
65 to 69 Years33 (3.4%)79 (8.6%)
70 to 74 Years37 (3.8%)32 (3.5%)
75 to 79 Years29 (3.0%)28 (3.0%)
80 to 84 Years14 (1.4%)17 (1.8%)
85 Years and over6 (0.6%)18 (2.0%)
Total970 (100.0%)919 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Monroe

Median Family Size in Monroe

The median family size in Monroe is 2.84 persons per family, with married-couple families (406 | 76.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.93 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (58 | 10.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.22 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Monroe
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple406 (76.2%)2.93
Single Male/Father69 (13.0%)2.78
Single Female/Mother58 (10.9%)2.22
Total Families533 (100.0%)2.84

Median Household Size in Monroe

The median household size in Monroe is 2.30 persons per household, with single male/father households (69 | 8.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.1 persons per household. non-family households (289 | 35.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Monroe
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple406 (49.4%)2.93
Single Male/Father69 (8.4%)3.10
Single Female/Mother58 (7.1%)2.48
Non-family289 (35.2%)1.18
Total Households822 (100.0%)2.30

Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe

Out of a total of 822 households in Monroe, 533 (64.8%) are family households, while 289 (35.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 259, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 245.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Monroe
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-245 (29.8%)
2-Person Households259 (31.5%)38 (4.6%)
3-Person Households124 (15.1%)6 (0.7%)
4-Person Households108 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households19 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households23 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total533 (64.8%)289 (35.2%)

Female Fertility in Monroe

Fertility by Age in Monroe

Average fertility rate in Monroe is 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Monroe
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)36.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Monroe
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Monroe

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Monroe
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)45.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)17.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Monroe
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Monroe

Income Overview in Monroe

Per Capita Income in Monroe is $35,380, while median incomes of families and households are $96,875 and $83,362 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,889$35,380
Median Family Income533$96,875
Mean Family Income533$93,600
Median Household Income822$83,362
Mean Household Income822$81,597
Income Deficit533$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,88941.31%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,88958.69¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8890.29

Earnings by Sex in Monroe

Average Earnings in Monroe are $47,606, $55,379 for men and $32,500 for women, a difference of 41.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Monroe
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male657 (55.8%)$55,379
Female520 (44.2%)$32,500
Total1,177 (100.0%)$47,606

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe

The most common earnings brackets in Monroe are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (134 | 20.4%) and $45,000 to $49,999 for women (77 | 14.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Monroe
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less32 (4.9%)47 (9.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (2.6%)3 (0.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49918 (2.7%)38 (7.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99919 (2.9%)17 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4996 (0.9%)14 (2.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99963 (9.6%)18 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4994 (0.6%)23 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.1%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)5 (1.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)17 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99916 (2.4%)59 (11.4%)
$30,000 to $34,99915 (2.3%)21 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99915 (2.3%)18 (3.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99938 (5.8%)17 (3.3%)
$45,000 to $49,99922 (3.4%)77 (14.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99955 (8.4%)31 (6.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999132 (20.1%)46 (8.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99942 (6.4%)4 (0.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999134 (20.4%)45 (8.6%)
$100,000+29 (4.4%)14 (2.7%)
Total657 (100.0%)520 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe

Average earnings in Monroe are $57,750 for men and $35,694 for women, a difference of 38.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $80,417, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $55,556. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,667, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,000.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Monroe
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$59,500$28,000
College or Associate's Degree$55,556$29,830
Bachelor's Degree$58,125$46,667
Graduate Degree$80,417$0
Total$57,750$35,694

Family Income in Monroe

Family Income Brackets in Monroe

According to the Monroe family income data, there are 215 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Monroe
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999112.1%
$15,000 to $24,99981.5%
$25,000 to $34,999193.6%
$35,000 to $49,999315.8%
$50,000 to $74,99910018.8%
$75,000 to $99,99910720.1%
$100,000 to $149,99921540.3%
$150,000 to $199,999366.8%
$200,000+61.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe

4-person families (107 | 20.1%) account for the highest median family income in Monroe with $108,750 per family, while 2-person families (277 | 52.0%) have the highest median income of $47,208 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Monroe
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families277 (52.0%)$94,417
3-Person Families115 (21.6%)$96,375
4-Person Families107 (20.1%)$108,750
5-Person Families14 (2.6%)$61,250
6-Person Families20 (3.7%)$70,833
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total533 (100.0%)$96,875

Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe

The median family income in Monroe is $96,875, with families comprising 2 earners (296) having the highest median family income of $107,250, while families with 1 earner (161) have the lowest median family income of $63,906, accounting for 55.5% and 30.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Monroe
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners31 (5.8%)$71,750
1 Earner161 (30.2%)$63,906
2 Earners296 (55.5%)$107,250
3+ Earners45 (8.4%)$99,063
Total533 (100.0%)$96,875

Household Income in Monroe

Household Income Brackets in Monroe

With 269 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Monroe, accounting for 32.7% of all households. In contrast, only 6 households (0.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Monroe
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000334.0%
$10,000 to $14,999242.9%
$15,000 to $24,999354.3%
$25,000 to $34,999364.4%
$35,000 to $49,999475.7%
$50,000 to $74,99919423.6%
$75,000 to $99,99914217.3%
$100,000 to $149,99926932.7%
$150,000 to $199,999364.4%
$200,000+60.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe

The median household income in Monroe is $83,362, with the highest median household income of $102,639 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 325 households (39.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $55,833, with 50 households (6.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Monroe
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years50 (6.1%)$55,833
25 to 44 Years325 (39.5%)$102,639
45 to 64 Years227 (27.6%)$93,819
65+ Years220 (26.8%)$60,921
Total822 (100.0%)$83,362

Poverty in Monroe

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe

With 3.9% poverty level for males and 6.9% for females among the residents of Monroe, 18 to 24 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (16.5%) and 15 females (23.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years13 (16.5%)4 (8.3%)
25 to 34 Years11 (8.9%)22 (10.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)10 (7.6%)
45 to 54 Years14 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)9 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)15 (23.8%)
Total38 (3.9%)63 (6.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe

According to the poverty statistics in Monroe, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Monroe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years51 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
5 Years11 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years110 (100.0%)68 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years35 (100.0%)31 (100.0%)
15 Years5 (100.0%)35 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years38 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years66 (83.5%)44 (91.7%)
25 to 34 Years112 (91.1%)181 (89.2%)
35 to 44 Years174 (100.0%)122 (92.4%)
45 to 54 Years154 (91.7%)71 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years52 (100.0%)95 (91.3%)
65 to 74 Years70 (100.0%)108 (97.3%)
75 Years and over49 (100.0%)48 (76.2%)
Total927 (96.1%)856 (93.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Monroe show that 2.7% or 11 of the total 406 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.9%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Monroe
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children213 (95.1%)11 (4.9%)
1 or 2 Children151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total395 (97.3%)11 (2.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Monroe
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Monroe

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Monroe
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total11 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Monroe

Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe

Among the 1,010 employed individuals in Monroe, private company employees (744 | 73.7%), local government employees (90 | 8.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (77 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Monroe
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees74473.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)262.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)252.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations777.6%
Local Government Employees908.9%
State Government Employees202.0%
Federal Government Employees282.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,010100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Monroe

According to the labor force statistics for Monroe, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,492), 71.9% or 1,073 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 13 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 98.7% or 76 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.1% or 13 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Monroe
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years30 (31.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years76 (98.7%)13 (17.1%)
25 to 29 Years157 (91.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years139 (89.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years288 (94.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years216 (90.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years58 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years47 (68.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years55 (30.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,073 (71.9%)13 (1.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Monroe
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School11 (73.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma372 (93.7%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree375 (87.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher147 (79.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total905 (88.1%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Monroe

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe are Management (81 | 7.6%), Community & Social Service (71 | 6.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (61 | 5.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (54 | 5.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (52 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Monroe

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Monroe, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.4%), Education Instruction & Library (92.3%), and Community & Social Service (84.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Monroe
OccupationMaleFemale
Management40 (49.4%)41 (50.6%)
Business & Financial7 (38.9%)11 (61.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 11 (15.5%)60 (84.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library4 (7.7%)48 (92.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment5 (29.4%)12 (70.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4 (6.6%)57 (93.4%)
Health Technologists4 (25.0%)12 (75.0%)
Total (Category)116 (40.7%)169 (59.3%)
Total (Overall)587 (55.4%)473 (44.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Monroe are Food Preparation & Serving (47 | 4.4%), Security & Protection (42 | 4.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (42 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (27 | 2.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (26 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations in Monroe

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Monroe, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Monroe
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Security & Protection42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving14 (29.8%)33 (70.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (30.9%)29 (69.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Total (Category)69 (39.4%)106 (60.6%)
Total (Overall)587 (55.4%)473 (44.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Monroe are Office & Administration (98 | 9.2%), and Sales & Related (87 | 8.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Monroe

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Monroe
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6 (6.9%)81 (93.1%)
Office & Administration33 (33.7%)65 (66.3%)
Total (Category)39 (21.1%)146 (78.9%)
Total (Overall)587 (55.4%)473 (44.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Monroe are Construction & Extraction (45 | 4.3%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (33 | 3.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (18 | 1.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Monroe

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Monroe
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)587 (55.4%)473 (44.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Monroe are Production (174 | 16.4%), Material Moving (91 | 8.6%), and Transportation (54 | 5.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Monroe

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Monroe
OccupationMaleFemale
Production164 (94.3%)10 (5.8%)
Transportation44 (81.5%)10 (18.5%)
Material Moving59 (64.8%)32 (35.2%)
Total (Category)267 (83.7%)52 (16.3%)
Total (Overall)587 (55.4%)473 (44.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe

Employment Industries in Monroe

The major employment industries in Monroe include Manufacturing (258 | 24.3%), Retail Trade (99 | 9.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (98 | 9.2%), Construction (77 | 7.3%), and Educational Services (67 | 6.3%).
Employment Industries in Monroe

Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe

The Monroe industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (95.7%), Retail Trade (87.9%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (84.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Monroe
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing240 (93.0%)18 (7.0%)
Wholesale Trade47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade12 (12.1%)87 (87.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing40 (69.0%)18 (31.0%)
Utilities8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information2 (4.3%)44 (95.7%)
Finance & Insurance11 (22.9%)37 (77.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific14 (35.9%)25 (64.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support24 (40.7%)35 (59.3%)
Educational Services19 (28.4%)48 (71.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance15 (15.3%)83 (84.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services31 (47.7%)34 (52.3%)
Public Administration35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total587 (55.4%)473 (44.6%)

Education in Monroe

School Enrollment in Monroe

The most common levels of schooling among the 441 students in Monroe are high school (130 | 29.5%), elementary school (104 | 23.6%), and middle school (103 | 23.4%).
School Enrollment in Monroe
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool173.8%
Kindergarten204.5%
Elementary School10423.6%
Middle School10323.4%
High School13029.5%
College / Undergraduate5612.7%
Graduate / Professional112.5%
Total441100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe

Out of a total of 441 students who are enrolled in schools in Monroe, 30 (6.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 411 (93.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 18 (14.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Monroe
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old107 (85.6%)18 (14.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds122 (91.0%)12 (9.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total411 (93.2%)30 (6.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe

Arts & humanities (48 | 18.5%), liberal arts & history (44 | 17.0%), business (42 | 16.2%), education (39 | 15.1%), and science & technology (25 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 259 individuals in Monroe who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Monroe
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics31.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural114.3%
Physical & Health Sciences83.1%
Psychology114.3%
Social Sciences72.7%
Engineering51.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology259.7%
Business4216.2%
Education3915.1%
Literature & Languages31.2%
Liberal Arts & History4417.0%
Visual & Performing Arts41.5%
Communications93.5%
Arts & Humanities4818.5%
Total259100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Monroe

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Monroe are males with 2 vehicles (232, accounting for 43.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (212, making up 49.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Monroe
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle10 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle60 (11.1%)35 (7.4%)
2 Vehicles232 (43.0%)212 (45.0%)
3 Vehicles157 (29.1%)147 (31.2%)
4 Vehicles57 (10.6%)58 (12.3%)
5 or more Vehicles23 (4.3%)19 (4.0%)
Total539 (100.0%)471 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Monroe

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Monroe are 20 to 24 minutes (194 commuters, 20.0%), 35 to 39 minutes (135 commuters, 14.0%), and 45 to 59 minutes (122 commuters, 12.6%).
Commute Time in Monroe
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes717.3%
5 to 9 Minutes676.9%
10 to 14 Minutes212.2%
15 to 19 Minutes11011.4%
20 to 24 Minutes19420.0%
25 to 29 Minutes474.9%
30 to 34 Minutes889.1%
35 to 39 Minutes13514.0%
40 to 44 Minutes616.3%
45 to 59 Minutes12212.6%
60 to 89 Minutes363.7%
90 or more Minutes161.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Monroe

The most common commute times in Monroe are 35 to 39 minutes (112 commuters, 20.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (105 commuters, 24.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Monroe
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes19 (3.5%)52 (12.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes40 (7.4%)27 (6.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes7 (1.3%)14 (3.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes59 (11.0%)51 (11.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes89 (16.6%)105 (24.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes41 (7.6%)6 (1.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes48 (8.9%)40 (9.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes112 (20.9%)23 (5.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes44 (8.2%)17 (3.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes50 (9.3%)72 (16.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (3.0%)20 (4.6%)
90 or more Minutes12 (2.2%)4 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe

The most frequent times of departure to work in Monroe are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (113, 21.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (60, 13.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Monroe
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM86 (16.0%)40 (9.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM35 (6.5%)6 (1.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM48 (8.9%)20 (4.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM58 (10.8%)48 (11.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM25 (4.7%)58 (13.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM78 (14.5%)60 (13.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM25 (4.7%)21 (4.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM34 (6.3%)44 (10.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2 (0.4%)5 (1.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM10 (1.9%)18 (4.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2 (0.4%)47 (10.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM21 (3.9%)26 (6.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM113 (21.0%)38 (8.8%)
Total537 (100.0%)431 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Monroe

Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe

Of the total 822 dwellings in Monroe, owner-occupied units account for 639 (77.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 183 (22.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Monroe
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units63977.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18322.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units822100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe

Occupancy by Household Size in Monroe
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household24529.8%
2-Person Household29736.1%
3-Person Household13015.8%
4+ Person Household15018.2%
Total Housing Units822100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Monroe
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household161 (65.7%)84 (34.3%)
2-Person Household252 (84.9%)45 (15.1%)
3-Person Household103 (79.2%)27 (20.8%)
4+ Person Household123 (82.0%)27 (18.0%)
Total Housing Units639 (77.7%)183 (22.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Monroe
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
High School Diploma225 (78.1%)63 (21.9%)
College/Associate Degree280 (78.4%)77 (21.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher121 (78.6%)33 (21.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Monroe
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20324.7%
35 to 44 Years17220.9%
45 to 54 Years13816.8%
55 to 64 Years8910.8%
65 to 74 Years14017.0%
75 to 84 Years566.8%
85 Years and Over242.9%
Total822100.0%

Housing Finances in Monroe

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe

Median Income by Occupancy in Monroe
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied639 (77.7%)$97,125
Renter-Occupied183 (22.3%)$43,542
Average822 (100.0%)$83,362

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Monroe
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (0.8%)10 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)18 (9.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9997 (1.1%)17 (9.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (1.1%)17 (9.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99911 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (2.4%)21 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99925 (3.9%)22 (12.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999147 (23.0%)47 (25.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999113 (17.7%)29 (15.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999267 (41.8%)2 (1.1%)
$150,000 or more42 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total639 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Monroe
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30026 (4.1%)12 (6.6%)
$300 to $49942 (6.6%)24 (13.1%)
$500 to $799105 (16.4%)102 (55.7%)
$800 to $999118 (18.5%)25 (13.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499227 (35.5%)19 (10.4%)
$1,500 to $1,99975 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49922 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99918 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more6 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total639 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Monroe

Housing Structures in Monroe

Housing Structures in Monroe
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached68583.3%
Single Unit, Attached121.5%
2 Unit Apartments70.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments293.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments607.3%
10 or more Apartments212.5%
Mobile Home / Other81.0%
Total822100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Monroe
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached617 (90.1%)68 (9.9%)
Single Unit, Attached12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)60 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Total639 (77.7%)183 (22.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Monroe
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)6 (3.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (0.8%)41 (22.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms138 (21.6%)100 (54.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms357 (55.9%)26 (14.2%)
8 or more Rooms139 (21.7%)10 (5.5%)
Total639 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Monroe
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas495 (77.5%)68 (37.2%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas9 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity112 (17.5%)115 (62.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels19 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used4 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total639 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe

Household Vehicle Usage in Monroe
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2 (0.3%)16 (8.7%)
1 Vehicle121 (18.9%)101 (55.2%)
2 Vehicles306 (47.9%)25 (13.7%)
3 or more Vehicles210 (32.9%)41 (22.4%)
Total639 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Monroe

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Monroe

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units164475
Median Property Value$172,800$157,200
Median Household Income$75,000$38
Monthly Housing Costs$539$6
Real Estate Taxes$2,449$26

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Monroe
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0007 (4.3%)8 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99918 (11.0%)35 (7.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999103 (62.8%)358 (75.4%)
$300,000 to $499,99930 (18.3%)68 (14.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9996 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.3%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total164 (100.0%)475 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Monroe
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99918 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (9.1%)7 (1.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99933 (20.1%)14 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99932 (19.5%)114 (24.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99946 (28.1%)81 (17.1%)
$150,000 or more4 (2.4%)221 (46.5%)
Total164 (100.0%)475 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Monroe
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x58 (35.4%)104,712 (22,044.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x31 (18.9%)304 (64.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x24 (14.6%)95 (20.0%)
4.0x or more49 (29.9%)45 (9.5%)
Total164 (100.0%)475 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Monroe
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8004 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49924 (14.6%)4 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,499130 (79.3%)41 (8.6%)
Total164 (100.0%)475 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Monroe

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years372 (99.2%)3 (0.8%)
19 to 25 Years75 (84.3%)14 (15.7%)
26 to 34 Years316 (97.8%)7 (2.2%)
35 to 44 Years294 (96.1%)12 (3.9%)
45 to 54 Years225 (94.1%)14 (5.9%)
55 to 64 Years156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years181 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,839 (97.4%)50 (2.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Monroe
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen372 (99.2%)3 (0.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen75 (84.3%)14 (15.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Monroe
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00095 (87.2%)14 (12.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999369 (98.9%)4 (1.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999404 (95.7%)18 (4.3%)
$100,000 and over798 (98.3%)14 (1.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Monroe
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 626 (24.1%)93 (86.1%)
6 to 18 Years35 (9.3%)337 (89.9%)
19 to 25 Years11 (12.4%)71 (79.8%)
25 to 34 Years41 (12.7%)286 (88.5%)
35 to 44 Years23 (7.5%)278 (90.8%)
45 to 54 Years83 (34.7%)157 (65.7%)
55 to 64 Years33 (21.1%)135 (86.5%)
65 to 74 Years178 (98.3%)149 (82.3%)
75 Years and over112 (100.0%)89 (79.5%)
Total542 (28.7%)1,595 (84.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Monroe
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years41 (10.4%)55 (17.9%)
65 to 74 Years16 (22.9%)23 (20.7%)
75 Years and over30 (61.2%)33 (52.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Monroe

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Monroe: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (4.8%)7 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years10 (14.3%)20 (18.0%)
75 Years and over22 (44.9%)20 (31.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Monroe: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years1 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Monroe: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (5.6%)38 (12.4%)
65 to 74 Years3 (4.3%)17 (15.3%)
75 Years and over18 (36.7%)10 (15.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Monroe: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years19 (4.8%)25 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years6 (8.6%)3 (2.7%)
75 Years and over21 (42.9%)19 (30.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Monroe: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.6%)
65 to 74 Years6 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (12.7%)

Technology Access in Monroe

Computing Device Access in Monroe

Computing Device Access in Monroe
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop57970.4%
Smartphone73689.5%
Tablet51863.0%
No Computing Device475.7%
Total822100.0%

Internet Access in Monroe

Internet Access in Monroe
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home59472.3%
Cellular Data Only9912.0%
Satellite Internet222.7%
No Internet10913.3%
Total822100.0%

Monroe Summary

Monroe, Iowa is a small city located in the southeastern corner of the state, in Jasper County. It is situated along the South Skunk River, and is part of the Des Moines-West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people, and is the county seat of Jasper County.

History

Monroe was founded in 1845 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The city was named after James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States. The city was incorporated in 1856, and the first mayor was elected in 1857.
In the late 19th century, Monroe was a thriving agricultural center, with a variety of crops being grown in the area. The city was also home to several manufacturing businesses, including a flour mill, a brickyard, and a furniture factory.
In the early 20th century, Monroe experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The city was home to several banks, a movie theater, and a variety of other businesses. The city also had a thriving downtown area, with a variety of shops and restaurants.

Geography

Monroe is located in the southeastern corner of Iowa, in Jasper County. The city is situated along the South Skunk River, and is part of the Des Moines-West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a total area of 2.3 square miles, all of which is land.
The city has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 25 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Monroe’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several manufacturing businesses, including a flour mill, a brickyard, and a furniture factory. The city also has a variety of retail businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a variety of restaurants.
The city is also home to several banks, and is the county seat of Jasper County. The city is served by the Monroe Municipal Airport, which offers flights to Des Moines and other nearby cities.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Monroe had a population of 2,500 people. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 0.2% from other races. The median household income was $41,250, and the median family income was $50,000.
Monroe is home to a variety of religious denominations, including Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, and Catholic. The city is also home to a variety of public and private schools, including Monroe High School, Monroe Elementary School, and Monroe Middle School.

Conclusion

Monroe, Iowa is a small city located in the southeastern corner of the state, in Jasper County. It is situated along the South Skunk River, and is part of the Des Moines-West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people, and is the county seat of Jasper County. The city’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and the city is home to several banks, a movie theater, and a variety of other businesses. The city is also home to a variety of religious denominations, and is served by the Monroe Municipal Airport.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Monroe?
Total Population of Monroe is 1,889.
What is the Total Male Population of Monroe?
Total Male Population of Monroe is 970.
What is the Total Female Population of Monroe?
Total Female Population of Monroe is 919.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Monroe?
There are 105.55 Males per 100 Females in Monroe.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Monroe?
There are 94.74 Females per 100 Males in Monroe.
What is the Median Population Age in Monroe?
Median Population Age in Monroe is 38.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Monroe
Average Family Size in Monroe is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Monroe
Average Household Size in Monroe is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Monroe?
Per Capita income in Monroe is $35,380.
What is the Median Family Income in Monroe?
Median Family Income in Monroe is $96,875.
What is the Median Household income in Monroe?
Median Household Income in Monroe is $83,362.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Monroe?
Income or Wage Gap in Monroe is 41.3%.
Women in Monroe earn 58.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe?
Inequality or Gini Index in Monroe is 0.29.
How Large is the Labor Force in Monroe?
There are 1,073 People in the Labor Forcein in Monroe.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Monroe?
71.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Monroe.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Monroe?
Unemployment Rate in Monroe is 1.2%.