Peosta, IA

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Peosta Overview

1,852
TOTAL POPULATION
1,012
MALE POPULATION
840
FEMALE POPULATION
120.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
83.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,167
PER CAPITA INCOME
$118,906
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$108,542
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
41.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
58.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,062
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
81.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Peosta Zip Codes

Peosta Area Codes

Race in Peosta

The most populous races in Peosta are White / Caucasian (1,719 | 92.8%), Black / African American (75 | 4.1%), and Two or more Races (40 | 2.2%).
Race in Peosta
Race# Population% Population
Asian30.2%
Black / African American754.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino120.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,71992.8%
Two or more Races402.2%
Some other Race150.8%
Total1,852100.0%

Ancestry in Peosta

The most populous ancestries reported in Peosta are German (998 | 53.9%), Irish (344 | 18.6%), American (130 | 7.0%), Norwegian (78 | 4.2%), and English (77 | 4.2%), together accounting for 87.9% of all Peosta residents.
Ancestry in Peosta
Ancestry# Population% Population
African251.3%
American1307.0%
Czech271.5%
Danish30.2%
Dutch110.6%
English774.2%
European201.1%
French160.9%
German99853.9%
Greek50.3%
Indian (Asian)30.2%
Iranian70.4%
Irish34418.6%
Italian211.1%
Luxembourger60.3%
Northern European30.2%
Norwegian784.2%
Polish150.8%
Puerto Rican120.6%
Scandinavian20.1%
Scotch-Irish30.2%
Subsaharan African251.3%
Swedish231.2%
Swiss20.1%
Thai20.1%
Welsh30.2%
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Immigrants in Peosta

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Peosta came from Asia (3 | 0.2%), China (3 | 0.2%), and Eastern Asia (3 | 0.2%), together accounting for 0.5% of all Peosta residents.
Immigrants in Peosta
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia30.2%
China30.2%
Eastern Asia30.2%
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Sex and Age in Peosta

Sex and Age in Peosta

The most populous age groups in Peosta are 10 to 14 Years (207 | 20.4%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (98 | 11.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Peosta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years75 (7.4%)36 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years41 (4.1%)43 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years207 (20.4%)96 (11.4%)
15 to 19 Years108 (10.7%)79 (9.4%)
20 to 24 Years20 (2.0%)73 (8.7%)
25 to 29 Years35 (3.5%)25 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Years36 (3.6%)48 (5.7%)
35 to 39 Years111 (11.0%)62 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Years87 (8.6%)84 (10.0%)
45 to 49 Years55 (5.4%)98 (11.7%)
50 to 54 Years73 (7.2%)52 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years33 (3.3%)34 (4.1%)
60 to 64 Years49 (4.8%)32 (3.8%)
65 to 69 Years29 (2.9%)14 (1.7%)
70 to 74 Years22 (2.2%)35 (4.2%)
75 to 79 Years21 (2.1%)20 (2.4%)
80 to 84 Years7 (0.7%)7 (0.8%)
85 Years and over3 (0.3%)2 (0.2%)
Total1,012 (100.0%)840 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Peosta

Median Family Size in Peosta

The median family size in Peosta is 3.48 persons per family, with single male/father families (22 | 4.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.59 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (55 | 11.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.51 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Peosta
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple386 (83.4%)3.55
Single Male/Father22 (4.8%)4.59
Single Female/Mother55 (11.9%)2.51
Total Families463 (100.0%)3.48

Median Household Size in Peosta

The median household size in Peosta is 2.90 persons per household, with single male/father households (22 | 3.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.73 persons per household. non-family households (176 | 27.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Peosta
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple386 (60.4%)3.55
Single Male/Father22 (3.4%)4.73
Single Female/Mother55 (8.6%)2.95
Non-family176 (27.5%)1.22
Total Households639 (100.0%)2.90

Household Size by Marriage Status in Peosta

Out of a total of 639 households in Peosta, 463 (72.5%) are family households, while 176 (27.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 170, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 134.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Peosta
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-134 (21.0%)
2-Person Households159 (24.9%)42 (6.6%)
3-Person Households54 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households170 (26.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households66 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households12 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total463 (72.5%)176 (27.5%)

Female Fertility in Peosta

Fertility by Age in Peosta

Average fertility rate in Peosta is 21.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 68.0 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 Peosta
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)68.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Peosta

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Peosta
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Peosta

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Peosta
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree7 (70.0%)60.0
Graduate Degree3 (30.0%)60.0
Total10 (100.0%)21.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Peosta

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Peosta
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Peosta

Income Overview in Peosta

Per Capita Income in Peosta is $39,167, while median incomes of families and households are $118,906 and $108,542 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,852$39,167
Median Family Income463$118,906
Mean Family Income463$122,883
Median Household Income639$108,542
Mean Household Income639$112,173
Income Deficit463$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,85241.60%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,85258.40¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8520.36

Earnings by Sex in Peosta

Average Earnings in Peosta are $49,444, $67,422 for men and $39,375 for women, a difference of 41.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Peosta
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male557 (51.3%)$67,422
Female529 (48.7%)$39,375
Total1,086 (100.0%)$49,444

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Peosta

The most common earnings brackets in Peosta are $100,000+ for men (146 | 26.2%) and $65,000 to $74,999 for women (59 | 11.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Peosta
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less41 (7.4%)11 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99914 (2.5%)37 (7.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49921 (3.8%)15 (2.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)6 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $12,4993 (0.5%)34 (6.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (1.8%)25 (4.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)28 (5.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99928 (5.0%)10 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)5 (0.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)9 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,9995 (0.9%)52 (9.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99912 (2.1%)15 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $39,99952 (9.3%)20 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99914 (2.5%)38 (7.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99916 (2.9%)26 (4.9%)
$50,000 to $54,99918 (3.2%)29 (5.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99929 (5.2%)37 (7.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99970 (12.6%)59 (11.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99978 (14.0%)16 (3.0%)
$100,000+146 (26.2%)57 (10.8%)
Total557 (100.0%)529 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Peosta

Average earnings in Peosta are $71,447 for men and $47,500 for women, a difference of 33.5%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $102,083, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $56,250. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $72,778, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $32,708.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Peosta
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$56,250$32,708
College or Associate's Degree$74,167$42,500
Bachelor's Degree$73,594$49,583
Graduate Degree$102,083$72,778
Total$71,447$47,500

Family Income in Peosta

Family Income Brackets in Peosta

According to the Peosta family income data, there are 158 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 34.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Peosta
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000143.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999122.6%
$25,000 to $34,999143.0%
$35,000 to $49,999347.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994810.4%
$75,000 to $99,9997416.0%
$100,000 to $149,99915834.1%
$150,000 to $199,9997215.6%
$200,000+378.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Peosta

4-person families (162 | 35.0%) account for the highest median family income in Peosta with $145,500 per family, while 2-person families (162 | 35.0%) have the highest median income of $41,666 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Peosta
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families162 (35.0%)$83,333
3-Person Families61 (13.2%)$120,625
4-Person Families162 (35.0%)$145,500
5-Person Families68 (14.7%)$119,167
6-Person Families10 (2.2%)$94,375
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total463 (100.0%)$118,906

Family Income by Number of Earners in Peosta

The median family income in Peosta is $118,906, with families comprising 2 earners (247) having the highest median family income of $138,750, while families with 1 earner (80) have the lowest median family income of $51,250, accounting for 53.3% and 17.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Peosta
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners52 (11.2%)$53,958
1 Earner80 (17.3%)$51,250
2 Earners247 (53.3%)$138,750
3+ Earners84 (18.1%)$137,500
Total463 (100.0%)$118,906

Household Income in Peosta

Household Income Brackets in Peosta

With 188 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Peosta, accounting for 29.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Peosta
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000294.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999264.1%
$25,000 to $34,999426.6%
$35,000 to $49,999528.1%
$50,000 to $74,999528.1%
$75,000 to $99,9999915.5%
$100,000 to $149,99918829.4%
$150,000 to $199,99911417.8%
$200,000+375.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Peosta

The median household income in Peosta is $108,542, with the highest median household income of $142,857 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 268 households (41.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,673, with 25 households (3.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Peosta
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years25 (3.9%)$40,673
25 to 44 Years268 (41.9%)$142,857
45 to 64 Years248 (38.8%)$101,875
65+ Years98 (15.3%)$67,500
Total639 (100.0%)$108,542

Poverty in Peosta

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Peosta

With 7.0% poverty level for males and 6.7% for females among the residents of Peosta, 65 to 74 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 10 males (19.6%) and 24 females (23.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Peosta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years16 (13.5%)3 (3.8%)
12 to 14 Years12 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years2 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (15.4%)3 (10.3%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)24 (23.8%)
25 to 34 Years3 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (2.0%)18 (12.3%)
45 to 54 Years12 (9.4%)4 (2.7%)
55 to 64 Years2 (2.4%)4 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years10 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (7.0%)56 (6.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Peosta

According to the poverty statistics in Peosta, 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 Peosta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years75 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)
5 Years10 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years103 (86.6%)75 (96.2%)
12 to 14 Years107 (89.9%)52 (100.0%)
15 Years20 (90.9%)22 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years55 (84.6%)26 (89.7%)
18 to 24 Years41 (100.0%)77 (76.2%)
25 to 34 Years68 (95.8%)73 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years194 (98.0%)128 (87.7%)
45 to 54 Years116 (90.6%)146 (97.3%)
55 to 64 Years80 (97.6%)62 (93.9%)
65 to 74 Years41 (80.4%)49 (100.0%)
75 Years and over31 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
Total941 (93.0%)781 (93.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Peosta

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Peosta show that 3.1% or 12 of the total 386 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.6%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Peosta
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children152 (94.4%)9 (5.6%)
3 or 4 Children66 (95.7%)3 (4.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total374 (96.9%)12 (3.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Peosta

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Peosta
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (33.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)10 (23.3%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)14 (25.5%)

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

The poverty data for Peosta shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (3.1%) and 14 of the single-parent households (18.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (5.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (33.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Peosta
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (33.3%)
1 or 2 Children9 (5.6%)10 (23.3%)
3 or 4 Children3 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (3.1%)14 (18.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Peosta

Employment by Class of Employer in Peosta

Among the 1,027 employed individuals in Peosta, private company employees (738 | 71.9%), not-for-profit organizations (105 | 10.2%), and local government employees (62 | 6.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Peosta
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees73871.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)464.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)141.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations10510.2%
Local Government Employees626.0%
State Government Employees545.3%
Federal Government Employees80.8%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,027100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Peosta

According to the labor force statistics for Peosta, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,310), 81.1% or 1,062 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 18 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 84 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.3% or 3 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Peosta
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years92 (64.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years71 (76.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years57 (95.0%)3 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Years84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years338 (98.3%)13 (3.8%)
45 to 54 Years260 (93.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years63 (94.0%)2 (3.2%)
60 to 64 Years79 (97.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years15 (15.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,062 (81.1%)18 (1.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Peosta

According to labor force statistics for Peosta, 96.4% of individuals (881) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (914) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 18 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 99.2% or 384 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.9% or 15 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Peosta
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School9 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma190 (90.9%)17 (7.9%)
College / Associate Degree298 (97.1%)3 (1.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher384 (99.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total881 (96.4%)18 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Peosta

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Peosta are Community & Social Service (98 | 9.4%), Business & Financial (95 | 9.1%), Management (94 | 9.0%), Education Instruction & Library (71 | 6.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (63 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Peosta

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Peosta, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (85.2%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (81.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Technologists (90.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Peosta
OccupationMaleFemale
Management45 (47.9%)49 (52.1%)
Business & Financial28 (29.5%)67 (70.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science42 (66.7%)21 (33.3%)
Computers & Mathematics15 (46.9%)17 (53.1%)
Architecture & Engineering23 (85.2%)4 (14.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 26 (26.5%)72 (73.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library17 (23.9%)54 (76.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5 (9.8%)46 (90.2%)
Health Technologists3 (9.7%)28 (90.3%)
Total (Category)146 (36.4%)255 (63.6%)
Total (Overall)524 (50.2%)520 (49.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Peosta are Food Preparation & Serving (54 | 5.2%), Personal Care & Service (43 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (25 | 2.4%), Healthcare Support (12 | 1.1%), and Security & Protection (7 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Peosta

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Peosta, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (60.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (57.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (44.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Peosta
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Security & Protection3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving31 (57.4%)23 (42.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (44.0%)14 (56.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)43 (100.0%)
Total (Category)45 (31.9%)96 (68.1%)
Total (Overall)524 (50.2%)520 (49.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Peosta are Office & Administration (122 | 11.7%), and Sales & Related (66 | 6.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Peosta

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Peosta
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related18 (27.3%)48 (72.7%)
Office & Administration24 (19.7%)98 (80.3%)
Total (Category)42 (22.3%)146 (77.7%)
Total (Overall)524 (50.2%)520 (49.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Peosta are Construction & Extraction (60 | 5.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (53 | 5.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (15 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Peosta

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Peosta
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)524 (50.2%)520 (49.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Peosta are Material Moving (82 | 7.9%), Production (69 | 6.6%), and Transportation (35 | 3.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Peosta

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Peosta
OccupationMaleFemale
Production55 (79.7%)14 (20.3%)
Transportation35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving73 (89.0%)9 (11.0%)
Total (Category)163 (87.6%)23 (12.4%)
Total (Overall)524 (50.2%)520 (49.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Peosta

Employment Industries in Peosta

The major employment industries in Peosta include Health Care & Social Assistance (153 | 14.7%), Manufacturing (150 | 14.4%), Retail Trade (134 | 12.8%), Educational Services (104 | 10.0%), and Professional & Scientific (74 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Peosta

Employment Industries by Sex in Peosta

The Peosta industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Information (85.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (84.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Peosta
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction56 (88.9%)7 (11.1%)
Manufacturing120 (80.0%)30 (20.0%)
Wholesale Trade26 (72.2%)10 (27.8%)
Retail Trade88 (65.7%)46 (34.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing25 (83.3%)5 (16.7%)
Utilities42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information3 (15.0%)17 (85.0%)
Finance & Insurance20 (32.8%)41 (67.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
Professional & Scientific13 (17.6%)61 (82.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support11 (26.2%)31 (73.8%)
Educational Services25 (24.0%)79 (76.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance24 (15.7%)129 (84.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation17 (89.5%)2 (10.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services27 (56.2%)21 (43.8%)
Public Administration12 (37.5%)20 (62.5%)
Total524 (50.2%)520 (49.8%)

Education in Peosta

School Enrollment in Peosta

The most common levels of schooling among the 658 students in Peosta are middle school (248 | 37.7%), high school (215 | 32.7%), and elementary school (73 | 11.1%).
School Enrollment in Peosta
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool294.4%
Kindergarten60.9%
Elementary School7311.1%
Middle School24837.7%
High School21532.7%
College / Undergraduate7110.8%
Graduate / Professional162.4%
Total658100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Peosta

Out of a total of 658 students who are enrolled in schools in Peosta, 84 (12.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 574 (87.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 134 (97.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Peosta
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3 (18.8%)13 (81.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old70 (83.3%)14 (16.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds278 (93.3%)20 (6.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds134 (97.1%)4 (2.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds32 (88.9%)4 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds46 (83.6%)9 (16.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
35 Years and over11 (42.3%)15 (57.7%)
Total574 (87.2%)84 (12.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Peosta

Business (130 | 28.0%), education (79 | 17.0%), science & technology (50 | 10.8%), engineering (39 | 8.4%), and arts & humanities (31 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 464 individuals in Peosta who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Peosta
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics255.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural143.0%
Physical & Health Sciences235.0%
Psychology204.3%
Social Sciences153.2%
Engineering398.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology5010.8%
Business13028.0%
Education7917.0%
Literature & Languages51.1%
Liberal Arts & History81.7%
Visual & Performing Arts91.9%
Communications163.5%
Arts & Humanities316.7%
Total464100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Peosta

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Peosta

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Peosta are males with 2 vehicles (263, accounting for 51.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (224, making up 50.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Peosta
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)33 (6.4%)
1 Vehicle62 (12.2%)39 (7.5%)
2 Vehicles263 (51.7%)224 (43.2%)
3 Vehicles127 (24.9%)151 (29.1%)
4 Vehicles43 (8.5%)60 (11.6%)
5 or more Vehicles14 (2.8%)11 (2.1%)
Total509 (100.0%)518 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Peosta

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Peosta are 20 to 24 minutes (251 commuters, 27.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (131 commuters, 14.4%), and 5 to 9 minutes (122 commuters, 13.4%).
Commute Time in Peosta
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes748.1%
5 to 9 Minutes12213.4%
10 to 14 Minutes859.3%
15 to 19 Minutes13114.4%
20 to 24 Minutes25127.5%
25 to 29 Minutes10211.2%
30 to 34 Minutes616.7%
35 to 39 Minutes161.8%
40 to 44 Minutes80.9%
45 to 59 Minutes374.1%
60 to 89 Minutes192.1%
90 or more Minutes60.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Peosta

The most common commute times in Peosta are 20 to 24 minutes (118 commuters, 25.2%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (133 commuters, 29.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Peosta
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes32 (6.8%)42 (9.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes72 (15.4%)50 (11.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes47 (10.0%)38 (8.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes58 (12.4%)73 (16.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes118 (25.2%)133 (29.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes56 (12.0%)46 (10.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes28 (6.0%)33 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (1.3%)10 (2.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes3 (0.6%)5 (1.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes32 (6.8%)5 (1.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes13 (2.8%)6 (1.3%)
90 or more Minutes3 (0.6%)3 (0.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Peosta

The most frequent times of departure to work in Peosta are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (122, 26.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (100, 22.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Peosta
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM28 (6.0%)5 (1.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM64 (13.7%)16 (3.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM62 (13.3%)6 (1.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM49 (10.5%)26 (5.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM41 (8.8%)82 (18.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM122 (26.1%)88 (19.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM33 (7.0%)100 (22.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM22 (4.7%)33 (7.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2 (0.4%)5 (1.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM5 (1.1%)18 (4.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM9 (1.9%)16 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (2.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM22 (4.7%)15 (3.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM9 (1.9%)22 (5.0%)
Total468 (100.0%)444 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Peosta

Occupancy by Ownership in Peosta

Of the total 639 dwellings in Peosta, owner-occupied units account for 516 (80.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 123 (19.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Peosta
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units51680.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units12319.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units639100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Peosta

Occupancy by Household Size in Peosta
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household13421.0%
2-Person Household20131.5%
3-Person Household548.5%
4+ Person Household25039.1%
Total Housing Units639100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Peosta

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Peosta
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household87 (64.9%)47 (35.1%)
2-Person Household154 (76.6%)47 (23.4%)
3-Person Household54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household221 (88.4%)29 (11.6%)
Total Housing Units516 (80.7%)123 (19.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Peosta

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Peosta
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School21 (84.0%)4 (16.0%)
High School Diploma103 (68.2%)48 (31.8%)
College/Associate Degree146 (79.3%)38 (20.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher246 (88.2%)33 (11.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Peosta

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Peosta
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years9715.2%
35 to 44 Years19630.7%
45 to 54 Years16325.5%
55 to 64 Years8513.3%
65 to 74 Years578.9%
75 to 84 Years365.6%
85 Years and Over50.8%
Total639100.0%

Housing Finances in Peosta

Median Income by Occupancy in Peosta

Median Income by Occupancy in Peosta
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied516 (80.7%)$126,719
Renter-Occupied123 (19.3%)$35,625
Average639 (100.0%)$108,542

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Peosta

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Peosta
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (1.4%)18 (14.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)4 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.6%)23 (18.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99928 (5.4%)14 (11.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9996 (1.2%)46 (37.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99948 (9.3%)4 (3.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99996 (18.6%)3 (2.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999177 (34.3%)11 (8.9%)
$150,000 or more151 (29.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total516 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Peosta

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Peosta
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3003 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49916 (3.1%)31 (25.2%)
$500 to $79985 (16.5%)15 (12.2%)
$800 to $99930 (5.8%)39 (31.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49962 (12.0%)36 (29.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999192 (37.2%)2 (1.6%)
$2,000 to $2,499105 (20.3%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99918 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more5 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total516 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Peosta

Housing Structures in Peosta

Housing Structures in Peosta
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached49076.7%
Single Unit, Attached355.5%
2 Unit Apartments243.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments436.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments182.8%
10 or more Apartments253.9%
Mobile Home / Other40.6%
Total639100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Peosta

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Peosta
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached490 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached23 (65.7%)12 (34.3%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3 (7.0%)40 (93.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total516 (80.7%)123 (19.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Peosta

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Peosta
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (1.4%)33 (26.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms119 (23.1%)50 (40.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms184 (35.7%)40 (32.5%)
8 or more Rooms206 (39.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total516 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Peosta

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Peosta
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas454 (88.0%)77 (62.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)8 (6.5%)
Electricity62 (12.0%)35 (28.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)3 (2.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total516 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Peosta

Household Vehicle Usage in Peosta
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)21 (17.1%)
1 Vehicle67 (13.0%)89 (72.4%)
2 Vehicles287 (55.6%)13 (10.6%)
3 or more Vehicles162 (31.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total516 (100.0%)123 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Peosta

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Peosta

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units112404
Median Property Value$265,200$288,400
Median Household Income$78,438$138
Monthly Housing Costs$619$5
Real Estate Taxes$3,382$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Peosta

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Peosta
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0003 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99976 (67.9%)245 (60.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99927 (24.1%)150 (37.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9996 (5.4%)9 (2.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Peosta

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Peosta
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002 (1.8%)5 (1.2%)
$10,000 to $24,9993 (2.7%)5 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99920 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9993 (2.7%)8 (2.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99919 (17.0%)3 (0.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99936 (32.1%)29 (7.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (14.3%)60 (14.8%)
$150,000 or more13 (11.6%)161 (39.9%)
Total112 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Peosta

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Peosta
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x13 (11.6%)136,875 (33,880.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x27 (24.1%)112 (27.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x36 (32.1%)208 (51.5%)
4.0x or more36 (32.1%)35 (8.7%)
Total112 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Peosta

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Peosta
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4996 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499106 (94.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (100.0%)404 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Peosta

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peosta

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peosta
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years536 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years105 (89.0%)13 (11.0%)
26 to 34 Years141 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years338 (98.3%)6 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years278 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years148 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,833 (99.0%)19 (1.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Peosta

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Peosta
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born127 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen536 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen105 (89.0%)13 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Peosta

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Peosta
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00096 (96.0%)4 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999210 (94.2%)13 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999114 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999320 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,093 (99.8%)2 (0.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peosta

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peosta
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 69 (7.1%)118 (92.9%)
6 to 18 Years199 (37.1%)377 (70.3%)
19 to 25 Years12 (10.2%)93 (78.8%)
25 to 34 Years8 (5.7%)138 (97.9%)
35 to 44 Years42 (12.2%)308 (89.5%)
45 to 54 Years55 (19.8%)229 (82.4%)
55 to 64 Years18 (12.2%)142 (96.0%)
65 to 74 Years97 (97.0%)51 (51.0%)
75 Years and over60 (100.0%)39 (65.0%)
Total500 (27.0%)1,495 (80.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Peosta

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Peosta
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years39 (11.6%)9 (4.7%)
18 to 34 Years7 (6.2%)3 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years36 (8.8%)41 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years19 (37.2%)5 (10.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (6.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Peosta

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Peosta: <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 Years23 (5.6%)17 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years7 (13.7%)5 (10.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Peosta: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years4 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Peosta: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years35 (10.4%)9 (4.7%)
18 to 34 Years4 (3.6%)3 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years22 (5.4%)18 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Peosta: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (4.4%)16 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years8 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Peosta: <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 Years9 (2.2%)12 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Peosta

Computing Device Access in Peosta

Computing Device Access in Peosta
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop54885.8%
Smartphone60594.7%
Tablet49377.1%
No Computing Device91.4%
Total639100.0%

Internet Access in Peosta

Internet Access in Peosta
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home54084.5%
Cellular Data Only213.3%
Satellite Internet11017.2%
No Internet223.4%
Total639100.0%

Peosta Summary

Peosta is a city located in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,945 at the 2010 census.

History

Peosta was founded in 1855 by German immigrants who had come to the area from Pennsylvania. The town was named after the Peosta Creek, which runs through the area. The creek was named after Chief Peosta, a leader of the Meskwaki tribe.
The first settlers in the area were mostly farmers, and the town grew slowly. In 1872, the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad built a line through the town, which helped to spur growth. The town was incorporated in 1876.
In the early 1900s, the town began to grow rapidly. The population increased from just over 500 in 1900 to over 1,000 by 1910. The town was home to several businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, a brickyard, and a furniture factory.

Geography

Peosta is located at 42°27′17″N 90°45′45″W (42.454722, -90.762500). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), all of it land.

Economy

Peosta is home to several businesses, including a manufacturing plant, a trucking company, and a retail store. The town is also home to several restaurants, including a pizza place, a Mexican restaurant, and a steakhouse.
The town is also home to several educational institutions, including a community college, a technical college, and a high school.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 1,945 people, 745 households, and 517 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,621.7 people per square mile (625.3/km2). There were 790 housing units at an average density of 658.3 per square mile (254.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 745 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. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.17.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,000, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 4.2% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Peosta?
Total Population of Peosta is 1,852.
What is the Total Male Population of Peosta?
Total Male Population of Peosta is 1,012.
What is the Total Female Population of Peosta?
Total Female Population of Peosta is 840.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Peosta?
There are 120.48 Males per 100 Females in Peosta.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Peosta?
There are 83.00 Females per 100 Males in Peosta.
What is the Median Population Age in Peosta?
Median Population Age in Peosta is 35.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Peosta
Average Family Size in Peosta is 3.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Peosta
Average Household Size in Peosta is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Peosta?
Per Capita income in Peosta is $39,167.
What is the Median Family Income in Peosta?
Median Family Income in Peosta is $118,906.
What is the Median Household income in Peosta?
Median Household Income in Peosta is $108,542.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Peosta?
Income or Wage Gap in Peosta is 41.6%.
Women in Peosta earn 58.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Peosta?
Inequality or Gini Index in Peosta is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Peosta?
There are 1,062 People in the Labor Forcein in Peosta.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Peosta?
81.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Peosta.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Peosta?
Unemployment Rate in Peosta is 1.7%.