Cedar Falls, IA Map & Demographics
Cedar Falls Map
Cedar Falls Overview
$39,242
PER CAPITA INCOME
$107,097
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,011
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
53.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
46.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,145
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
40,686
TOTAL POPULATION
19,226
MALE POPULATION
21,460
FEMALE POPULATION
89.59
MALES / 100 FEMALES
111.62
FEMALES / 100 MALES
28.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
23,823
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Cedar Falls Zip Codes
Cedar Falls Area Codes
Income in Cedar Falls
Income Overview in Cedar Falls
Per Capita Income in Cedar Falls is $39,242, while median incomes of families and households are $107,097 and $71,011 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 40,686 | $39,242 |
| Median Family Income | 8,286 | $107,097 |
| Mean Family Income | 8,286 | $138,139 |
| Median Household Income | 15,446 | $71,011 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,446 | $101,414 |
| Income Deficit | 8,286 | $8,145 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 40,686 | 53.71% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 40,686 | 46.29¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 40,686 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Cedar Falls
Average Earnings in Cedar Falls are $27,913, $38,669 for men and $17,900 for women, a difference of 53.7%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 12,797 (49.5%) | $38,669 |
| Female | 13,044 (50.5%) | $17,900 |
| Total | 25,841 (100.0%) | $27,913 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cedar Falls
The most common earnings brackets in Cedar Falls are $100,000+ for men (1,879 | 14.7%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (1,422 | 10.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 693 (5.4%) | 1,355 (10.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 925 (7.2%) | 1,384 (10.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 734 (5.7%) | 1,422 (10.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 566 (4.4%) | 683 (5.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 204 (1.6%) | 688 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 357 (2.8%) | 401 (3.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 178 (1.4%) | 491 (3.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 304 (2.4%) | 612 (4.7%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 335 (2.6%) | 316 (2.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 389 (3.0%) | 342 (2.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 622 (4.9%) | 428 (3.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 592 (4.6%) | 413 (3.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 705 (5.5%) | 421 (3.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 381 (3.0%) | 540 (4.1%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 349 (2.7%) | 461 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 498 (3.9%) | 378 (2.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 743 (5.8%) | 673 (5.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 808 (6.3%) | 658 (5.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,535 (12.0%) | 580 (4.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 1,879 (14.7%) | 798 (6.1%) |
| Total | 12,797 (100.0%) | 13,044 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cedar Falls
Average earnings in Cedar Falls are $62,488 for men and $46,004 for women, a difference of 26.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,603, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,720. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,438, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $23,969.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,720 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $43,487 | $23,969 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $54,288 | $40,848 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $76,204 | $46,503 |
| Graduate Degree | $84,603 | $69,438 |
| Total | $62,488 | $46,004 |
Family Income in Cedar Falls
Family Income Brackets in Cedar Falls
According to the Cedar Falls family income data, there are 2,047 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 116 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 116 | 1.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 157 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 315 | 3.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 323 | 3.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 563 | 6.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,152 | 13.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,152 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,047 | 24.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 862 | 10.4% |
| $200,000+ | 1,607 | 19.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cedar Falls
6-person families (323 | 3.9%) account for the highest median family income in Cedar Falls with $174,926 per family, while 2-person families (4,485 | 54.1%) have the highest median income of $45,804 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,485 (54.1%) | $91,609 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,384 (16.7%) | $126,694 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,420 (17.1%) | $129,528 |
| 5-Person Families | 577 (7.0%) | $115,268 |
| 6-Person Families | 323 (3.9%) | $174,926 |
| 7+ Person Families | 97 (1.2%) | $146,250 |
| Total | 8,286 (100.0%) | $107,097 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Cedar Falls
The median family income in Cedar Falls is $107,097, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,018) having the highest median family income of $150,833, while families with 1 earner (2,138) have the lowest median family income of $61,892, accounting for 12.3% and 25.8% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,419 (17.1%) | $81,696 |
| 1 Earner | 2,138 (25.8%) | $61,892 |
| 2 Earners | 3,711 (44.8%) | $117,130 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,018 (12.3%) | $150,833 |
| Total | 8,286 (100.0%) | $107,097 |
Household Income in Cedar Falls
Household Income Brackets in Cedar Falls
With 2,579 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Cedar Falls, accounting for 16.7% of all households. In contrast, only 680 households (4.4%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 680 | 4.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 741 | 4.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 973 | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,359 | 8.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,715 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,579 | 16.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,008 | 13.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,579 | 16.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,050 | 6.8% |
| $200,000+ | 1,761 | 11.4% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Cedar Falls
The median household income in Cedar Falls is $71,011, with the highest median household income of $102,569 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,737 households (24.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $34,332, with 2,716 households (17.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 2,716 (17.6%) | $34,332 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,907 (31.8%) | $85,268 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,737 (24.2%) | $102,569 |
| 65+ Years | 4,086 (26.5%) | $68,149 |
| Total | 15,446 (100.0%) | $71,011 |
Poverty in Cedar Falls
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cedar Falls
With 13.8% poverty level for males and 20.0% for females among the residents of Cedar Falls, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,721 males (43.1%) and 2,764 females (64.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 97 (9.0%) | 148 (14.5%) |
| 5 Years | 9 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 33 (2.6%) | 120 (9.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 54 (10.1%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (25.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 36 (11.4%) | 34 (8.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,721 (43.1%) | 2,764 (64.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 221 (8.3%) | 265 (12.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 93 (4.4%) | 146 (7.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 81 (5.0%) | 63 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 89 (5.5%) | 77 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 45 (4.5%) | 137 (8.0%) |
| Total | 2,496 (13.8%) | 3,805 (20.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cedar Falls
According to the poverty statistics in Cedar Falls, males aged 15 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 | 976 (91.0%) | 871 (85.5%) |
| 5 Years | 168 (94.9%) | 195 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,239 (97.4%) | 1,190 (90.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 481 (89.9%) | 409 (98.3%) |
| 15 Years | 136 (100.0%) | 129 (74.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 280 (88.6%) | 383 (91.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 2,269 (56.9%) | 1,546 (35.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,457 (91.7%) | 1,920 (87.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,042 (95.6%) | 1,901 (92.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,539 (95.0%) | 1,564 (96.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,526 (94.5%) | 1,794 (95.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,585 (98.9%) | 1,717 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 960 (95.5%) | 1,575 (92.0%) |
| Total | 15,658 (86.3%) | 15,194 (80.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cedar Falls
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cedar Falls show that 0.6% or 46 of the total 7,027 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 0.9%, comprising of 40 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,222 (99.1%) | 40 (0.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,959 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 732 (99.2%) | 6 (0.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,981 (99.4%) | 46 (0.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cedar Falls
According to the poverty data in Cedar Falls, 25.2% or 117 single-father households and 38.2% or 303 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 88 households (32.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 75 households (54.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 88 (32.0%) | 52 (19.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 15 (13.4%) | 176 (45.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 14 (17.9%) | 75 (54.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 117 (25.2%) | 303 (38.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cedar Falls
The poverty data for Cedar Falls shows that 46 of the married-couple family households (0.6%) and 420 of the single-parent households (33.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 40 households (0.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 89 household (41.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 40 (0.9%) | 140 (25.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 191 (38.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 6 (0.8%) | 89 (41.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 46 (0.6%) | 420 (33.4%) |
Race in Cedar Falls
The most populous races in Cedar Falls are White / Caucasian (37,420 | 92.0%), Asian (1,612 | 4.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,125 | 2.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,612 | 4.0% |
| Black / African American | 527 | 1.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 20 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,125 | 2.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 107 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 37,420 | 92.0% |
| Two or more Races | 958 | 2.4% |
| Some other Race | 42 | 0.1% |
| Total | 40,686 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Cedar Falls
The most populous ancestries reported in Cedar Falls are German (14,371 | 35.3%), Irish (5,206 | 12.8%), English (4,186 | 10.3%), Norwegian (2,341 | 5.8%), and American (1,938 | 4.8%), together accounting for 68.9% of all Cedar Falls residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 59 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,938 | 4.8% |
| Apache | 40 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 192 | 0.5% |
| Australian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 107 | 0.3% |
| Belgian | 113 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 69 | 0.2% |
| Brazilian | 37 | 0.1% |
| British | 149 | 0.4% |
| Bulgarian | 16 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 350 | 0.9% |
| Cajun | 12 | 0.0% |
| Cambodian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 62 | 0.2% |
| Celtic | 14 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 211 | 0.5% |
| Cherokee | 5 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 5 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 59 | 0.2% |
| Croatian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 8 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 825 | 2.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 47 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 557 | 1.4% |
| Dominican | 4 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 860 | 2.1% |
| Eastern European | 61 | 0.2% |
| English | 4,186 | 10.3% |
| Ethiopian | 1 | 0.0% |
| European | 1,119 | 2.8% |
| Filipino | 24 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 60 | 0.2% |
| French | 729 | 1.8% |
| French Canadian | 170 | 0.4% |
| German | 14,371 | 35.3% |
| Ghanaian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 108 | 0.3% |
| Guyanese | 9 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 85 | 0.2% |
| Indonesian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Iranian | 122 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 5,206 | 12.8% |
| Iroquois | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,279 | 3.1% |
| Jamaican | 98 | 0.2% |
| Japanese | 5 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 79 | 0.2% |
| Lebanese | 166 | 0.4% |
| Lithuanian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Luxembourger | 54 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 614 | 1.5% |
| Mexican American Indian | 77 | 0.2% |
| Moroccan | 18 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 13 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 237 | 0.6% |
| Norwegian | 2,341 | 5.8% |
| Pakistani | 19 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 170 | 0.4% |
| Pennsylvania German | 20 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 550 | 1.3% |
| Portuguese | 15 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 124 | 0.3% |
| Romanian | 15 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 100 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 41 | 0.1% |
| Samoan | 20 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 460 | 1.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 363 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 541 | 1.3% |
| Sioux | 8 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 14 | 0.0% |
| Slovak | 34 | 0.1% |
| Slovene | 5 | 0.0% |
| South American | 139 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 25 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 120 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 124 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 747 | 1.8% |
| Swiss | 401 | 1.0% |
| Thai | 482 | 1.2% |
| Turkish | 14 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 80 | 0.2% |
| Vietnamese | 12 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 246 | 0.6% |
| Yugoslavian | 281 | 0.7% | View All 89 Rows |
Immigrants in Cedar Falls
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cedar Falls came from Asia (1,216 | 3.0%), South Central Asia (748 | 1.8%), Latin America (439 | 1.1%), India (386 | 0.9%), and Eastern Asia (328 | 0.8%), together accounting for 7.7% of all Cedar Falls residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 77 | 0.2% |
| Argentina | 6 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 1,216 | 3.0% |
| Bangladesh | 12 | 0.0% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 70 | 0.2% |
| Brazil | 40 | 0.1% |
| Cambodia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 32 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 321 | 0.8% |
| China | 120 | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 59 | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | 4 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 328 | 0.8% |
| Eastern Europe | 128 | 0.3% |
| Egypt | 16 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 9 | 0.0% |
| England | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eritrea | 1 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 238 | 0.6% |
| Greece | 6 | 0.0% |
| Guyana | 9 | 0.0% |
| India | 386 | 0.9% |
| Iran | 22 | 0.1% |
| Italy | 7 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 62 | 0.2% |
| Korea | 138 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 439 | 1.1% |
| Lebanon | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 142 | 0.4% |
| Middle Africa | 28 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 16 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 97 | 0.2% |
| Norway | 11 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 328 | 0.8% |
| Panama | 170 | 0.4% |
| Philippines | 53 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 42 | 0.1% |
| Singapore | 10 | 0.0% |
| South America | 114 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 748 | 1.8% |
| South Eastern Asia | 121 | 0.3% |
| Southern Europe | 13 | 0.0% |
| Sweden | 73 | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | 44 | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 9 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 52 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 19 | 0.1% |
| Zaire | 28 | 0.1% | View All 50 Rows |
Sex and Age in Cedar Falls
Sex and Age in Cedar Falls
The most populous age groups in Cedar Falls are 20 to 24 Years (4,048 | 21.0%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (4,597 | 21.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,073 (5.6%) | 1,025 (4.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,172 (6.1%) | 970 (4.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 873 (4.5%) | 1,035 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,263 (6.6%) | 2,424 (11.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 4,048 (21.0%) | 4,597 (21.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,430 (7.4%) | 1,230 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,248 (6.5%) | 963 (4.5%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,286 (6.7%) | 1,162 (5.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 858 (4.5%) | 885 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 818 (4.3%) | 801 (3.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 807 (4.2%) | 836 (3.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 852 (4.4%) | 762 (3.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 798 (4.2%) | 1,172 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 863 (4.5%) | 910 (4.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 786 (4.1%) | 844 (3.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 419 (2.2%) | 791 (3.7%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 349 (1.8%) | 500 (2.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 283 (1.5%) | 553 (2.6%) |
| Total | 19,226 (100.0%) | 21,460 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Cedar Falls
Median Family Size in Cedar Falls
The median family size in Cedar Falls is 2.97 persons per family, with married-couple families (7,027 | 84.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (794 | 9.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,027 (84.8%) | 3.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 465 (5.6%) | 2.65 |
| Single Female/Mother | 794 (9.6%) | 2.63 |
| Total Families | 8,286 (100.0%) | 2.97 |
Median Household Size in Cedar Falls
The median household size in Cedar Falls is 2.41 persons per household, with single male/father households (465 | 3.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.38 persons per household. non-family households (7,160 | 46.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.67 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 7,027 (45.5%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 465 (3.0%) | 3.38 |
| Single Female/Mother | 794 (5.1%) | 3.02 |
| Non-family | 7,160 (46.4%) | 1.67 |
| Total Households | 15,446 (100.0%) | 2.41 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cedar Falls
Out of a total of 15,446 households in Cedar Falls, 8,286 (53.6%) are family households, while 7,160 (46.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,053, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,579.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,579 (29.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,053 (26.2%) | 1,420 (9.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,644 (10.6%) | 536 (3.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,503 (9.7%) | 538 (3.5%) |
| 5-Person Households | 660 (4.3%) | 60 (0.4%) |
| 6-Person Households | 329 (2.1%) | 27 (0.2%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 97 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,286 (53.6%) | 7,160 (46.4%) |
Female Fertility in Cedar Falls
Fertility by Age in Cedar Falls
Average fertility rate in Cedar Falls is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 (1.6%) | 4.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 555 (89.5%) | 82.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 55 (8.9%) | 18.0 |
| Total | 620 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cedar Falls
82.4% of women with births (620) in Cedar Falls are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 456 (82.2%) | 99 (17.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 55 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 511 (82.4%) | 109 (17.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Cedar Falls
Average fertility rate in Cedar Falls is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 143.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 50.8% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 10 (1.6%) | 14.0 |
| High School Diploma | 67 (10.8%) | 50.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 101 (16.3%) | 15.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 315 (50.8%) | 143.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 127 (20.5%) | 89.0 |
| Total | 620 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cedar Falls
17.6% of women with births in Cedar Falls 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 less than high school 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%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 29 (43.3%) | 38 (56.7%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 40 (39.6%) | 61 (60.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 315 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 127 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 511 (82.4%) | 109 (17.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Cedar Falls
Employment by Class of Employer in Cedar Falls
Among the 22,545 employed individuals in Cedar Falls, private company employees (13,994 | 62.1%), state government employees (2,324 | 10.3%), and not-for-profit organizations (2,158 | 9.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 13,994 | 62.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 859 | 3.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,093 | 4.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,158 | 9.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,814 | 8.1% |
| State Government Employees | 2,324 | 10.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 286 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 17 | 0.1% |
| Total | 22,545 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Cedar Falls
According to the labor force statistics for Cedar Falls, out of the total population over 16 years of age (34,229), 69.6% or 23,823 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 715 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 91.2% or 3,822 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.7% or 331 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 2,253 (66.7%) | 331 (14.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 7,262 (84.0%) | 123 (1.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,421 (91.0%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,924 (87.0%) | 56 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,822 (91.2%) | 88 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,681 (82.2%) | 70 (2.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,293 (80.1%) | 41 (3.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,038 (52.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 956 (28.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 165 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23,823 (69.6%) | 715 (3.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cedar Falls
According to labor force statistics for Cedar Falls, 82.9% of individuals (13,188) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (15,908) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 264 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 86.9% or 6,755 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.5% or 114 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 296 (68.8%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,075 (73.9%) | 154 (5.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,060 (82.9%) | 78 (1.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 6,755 (86.9%) | 93 (1.2%) |
| Total | 13,188 (82.9%) | 318 (2.0%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Cedar Falls
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cedar Falls are Community & Social Service (3,177 | 13.8%), Education Instruction & Library (2,166 | 9.4%), Management (1,808 | 7.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,746 | 7.6%), and Business & Financial (1,389 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cedar Falls, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (91.4%), Legal Services & Support (85.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (81.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (82.5%), Health Technologists (75.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (70.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 1,096 (60.6%) | 712 (39.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 796 (57.3%) | 593 (42.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,125 (81.5%) | 256 (18.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 381 (75.1%) | 126 (24.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 691 (91.4%) | 65 (8.6%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 53 (44.9%) | 65 (55.1%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,356 (42.7%) | 1,821 (57.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 220 (66.3%) | 112 (33.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 204 (85.7%) | 34 (14.3%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 630 (29.1%) | 1,536 (70.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 302 (68.5%) | 139 (31.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 305 (17.5%) | 1,441 (82.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 295 (24.3%) | 921 (75.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 4,678 (49.2%) | 4,823 (50.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,355 (49.2%) | 11,738 (50.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Cedar Falls are Food Preparation & Serving (2,634 | 11.4%), Personal Care & Service (928 | 4.0%), Healthcare Support (789 | 3.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (572 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (305 | 1.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Cedar Falls, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (97.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (55.1%), and Security & Protection (53.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.0%), Healthcare Support (82.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (64.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 137 (17.4%) | 652 (82.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 164 (53.8%) | 141 (46.2%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 78 (35.9%) | 139 (64.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 86 (97.7%) | 2 (2.3%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 1,045 (39.7%) | 1,589 (60.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 315 (55.1%) | 257 (44.9%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 139 (15.0%) | 789 (85.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,800 (34.4%) | 3,428 (65.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,355 (49.2%) | 11,738 (50.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cedar Falls are Sales & Related (2,456 | 10.6%), and Office & Administration (2,250 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,165 (47.4%) | 1,291 (52.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 575 (25.6%) | 1,675 (74.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,740 (37.0%) | 2,966 (63.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,355 (49.2%) | 11,738 (50.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cedar Falls are Construction & Extraction (707 | 3.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (613 | 2.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (35 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 29 (82.9%) | 6 (17.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 649 (91.8%) | 58 (8.2%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 576 (94.0%) | 37 (6.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,254 (92.5%) | 101 (7.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,355 (49.2%) | 11,738 (50.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cedar Falls are Production (958 | 4.2%), Material Moving (773 | 3.4%), and Transportation (572 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 843 (88.0%) | 115 (12.0%) |
| Transportation | 504 (88.1%) | 68 (11.9%) |
| Material Moving | 536 (69.3%) | 237 (30.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,883 (81.8%) | 420 (18.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 11,355 (49.2%) | 11,738 (50.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Cedar Falls
Employment Industries in Cedar Falls
The major employment industries in Cedar Falls include Educational Services (3,774 | 16.3%), Retail Trade (3,521 | 15.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,211 | 13.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (2,732 | 11.8%), and Manufacturing (2,470 | 10.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cedar Falls
The Cedar Falls industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (93.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (77.4%), and Educational Services (68.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 846 (83.9%) | 163 (16.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 2,076 (84.1%) | 394 (16.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 329 (70.6%) | 137 (29.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,675 (47.6%) | 1,846 (52.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 389 (86.4%) | 61 (13.6%) |
| Utilities | 136 (93.1%) | 10 (6.9%) |
| Information | 127 (64.8%) | 69 (35.2%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 558 (56.3%) | 433 (43.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 119 (52.6%) | 107 (47.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 691 (61.8%) | 428 (38.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 349 (59.3%) | 240 (40.7%) |
| Educational Services | 1,208 (32.0%) | 2,566 (68.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 725 (22.6%) | 2,486 (77.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 261 (42.4%) | 354 (57.6%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,141 (41.8%) | 1,591 (58.2%) |
| Public Administration | 216 (35.0%) | 401 (65.0%) |
| Total | 11,355 (49.2%) | 11,738 (50.8%) |
Education in Cedar Falls
School Enrollment in Cedar Falls
The most common levels of schooling among the 15,186 students in Cedar Falls are college / undergraduate (9,023 | 59.4%), elementary school (1,545 | 10.2%), and middle school (1,528 | 10.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 635 | 4.2% |
| Kindergarten | 454 | 3.0% |
| Elementary School | 1,545 | 10.2% |
| Middle School | 1,528 | 10.1% |
| High School | 1,326 | 8.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 9,023 | 59.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 675 | 4.4% |
| Total | 15,186 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cedar Falls
Out of a total of 15,186 students who are enrolled in schools in Cedar Falls, 1,336 (8.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 13,850 (91.2%) 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 242 (55.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,549 (99.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 198 (45.0%) | 242 (55.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,785 (85.7%) | 299 (14.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,701 (92.6%) | 135 (7.3%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 946 (92.6%) | 75 (7.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 2,549 (99.6%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 5,989 (95.1%) | 312 (5.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 385 (83.9%) | 74 (16.1%) |
| 35 Years and over | 295 (60.7%) | 191 (39.3%) |
| Total | 13,850 (91.2%) | 1,336 (8.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cedar Falls
Education (2,425 | 20.0%), business (2,084 | 17.2%), science & technology (1,209 | 10.0%), engineering (1,047 | 8.6%), and social sciences (927 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 12,148 individuals in Cedar Falls who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 355 | 2.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 654 | 5.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 279 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 337 | 2.8% |
| Social Sciences | 927 | 7.6% |
| Engineering | 1,047 | 8.6% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 8 | 0.1% |
| Science & Technology | 1,209 | 10.0% |
| Business | 2,084 | 17.2% |
| Education | 2,425 | 20.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 517 | 4.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 549 | 4.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 549 | 4.5% |
| Communications | 514 | 4.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 694 | 5.7% |
| Total | 12,148 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Cedar Falls
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cedar Falls
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cedar Falls are males with 2 vehicles (4,801, accounting for 43.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,316, making up 49.3%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 462 (4.2%) | 206 (2.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,179 (10.8%) | 1,621 (16.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,801 (43.9%) | 3,316 (34.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,290 (20.9%) | 2,522 (25.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 1,857 (17.0%) | 1,865 (19.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 350 (3.2%) | 213 (2.2%) |
| Total | 10,939 (100.0%) | 9,743 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Cedar Falls
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cedar Falls are 10 to 14 minutes (5,558 commuters, 27.3%), 5 to 9 minutes (4,996 commuters, 24.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (4,332 commuters, 21.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 1,403 | 6.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 4,996 | 24.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 5,558 | 27.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 4,332 | 21.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,198 | 10.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 428 | 2.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 526 | 2.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 61 | 0.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 104 | 0.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 227 | 1.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 262 | 1.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 270 | 1.3% |
Commute Time by Sex in Cedar Falls
The most common commute times in Cedar Falls are 10 to 14 minutes (2,998 commuters, 28.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (2,560 commuters, 25.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 529 (5.1%) | 874 (8.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,446 (23.6%) | 2,550 (25.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,998 (28.9%) | 2,560 (25.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,471 (23.8%) | 1,861 (18.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,008 (9.7%) | 1,190 (11.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 142 (1.4%) | 286 (2.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 227 (2.2%) | 299 (3.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 29 (0.3%) | 32 (0.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 74 (0.7%) | 30 (0.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 72 (0.7%) | 155 (1.5%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 113 (1.1%) | 149 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 259 (2.5%) | 11 (0.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cedar Falls
The most frequent times of departure to work in Cedar Falls are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (2,065, 19.9%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,772, 17.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 396 (3.8%) | 194 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 291 (2.8%) | 187 (1.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 371 (3.6%) | 176 (1.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 552 (5.3%) | 404 (4.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 906 (8.7%) | 625 (6.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,242 (12.0%) | 1,059 (10.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 2,065 (19.9%) | 1,740 (17.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,016 (9.8%) | 1,127 (11.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 374 (3.6%) | 533 (5.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 376 (3.6%) | 535 (5.3%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 399 (3.8%) | 260 (2.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 175 (1.7%) | 216 (2.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,035 (10.0%) | 1,772 (17.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,170 (11.3%) | 1,169 (11.7%) |
| Total | 10,368 (100.0%) | 9,997 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Cedar Falls
Occupancy by Ownership in Cedar Falls
Of the total 15,446 dwellings in Cedar Falls, owner-occupied units account for 9,659 (62.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 5,787 (37.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 9,659 | 62.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 5,787 | 37.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,446 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Cedar Falls
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,579 | 29.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,473 | 35.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,180 | 14.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 3,214 | 20.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,446 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cedar Falls
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,466 (53.8%) | 2,113 (46.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 3,784 (69.1%) | 1,689 (30.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,264 (58.0%) | 916 (42.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,145 (66.7%) | 1,069 (33.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 9,659 (62.5%) | 5,787 (37.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cedar Falls
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 230 (66.9%) | 114 (33.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,331 (53.7%) | 1,146 (46.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,466 (46.0%) | 2,900 (54.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 5,632 (77.6%) | 1,627 (22.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cedar Falls
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 5,289 | 34.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,334 | 15.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,774 | 11.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,963 | 12.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,157 | 14.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,394 | 9.0% |
| 85 Years and Over | 535 | 3.5% |
| Total | 15,446 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Cedar Falls
Median Income by Occupancy in Cedar Falls
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 9,659 (62.5%) | $101,683 |
| Renter-Occupied | 5,787 (37.5%) | $41,055 |
| Average | 15,446 (100.0%) | $71,011 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cedar Falls
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 77 (0.8%) | 232 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 32 (0.3%) | 346 (6.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 75 (0.8%) | 667 (11.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 195 (2.0%) | 259 (4.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 184 (1.9%) | 330 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 581 (6.0%) | 772 (13.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 988 (10.2%) | 733 (12.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,135 (11.7%) | 1,442 (24.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,479 (15.3%) | 531 (9.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,325 (24.1%) | 261 (4.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 2,588 (26.8%) | 214 (3.7%) |
| Total | 9,659 (100.0%) | 5,787 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cedar Falls
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 213 (2.2%) | 83 (1.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 890 (9.2%) | 188 (3.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,064 (21.4%) | 709 (12.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 959 (9.9%) | 1,260 (21.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,946 (20.2%) | 2,009 (34.7%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,686 (17.5%) | 1,012 (17.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,031 (10.7%) | 315 (5.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 406 (4.2%) | 36 (0.6%) |
| $3,000 or more | 464 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,659 (100.0%) | 5,787 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Cedar Falls
Housing Structures in Cedar Falls
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,666 | 62.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,112 | 7.2% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 549 | 3.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 598 | 3.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 484 | 3.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2,580 | 16.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 457 | 3.0% |
| Total | 15,446 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cedar Falls
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,185 (84.7%) | 1,481 (15.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 688 (61.9%) | 424 (38.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 27 (4.9%) | 522 (95.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 17 (2.8%) | 581 (97.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 11 (2.3%) | 473 (97.7%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 312 (12.1%) | 2,268 (87.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 419 (91.7%) | 38 (8.3%) |
| Total | 9,659 (62.5%) | 5,787 (37.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cedar Falls
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 14 (0.1%) | 176 (3.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 179 (1.8%) | 1,315 (22.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,034 (21.1%) | 2,624 (45.3%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 3,435 (35.6%) | 1,201 (20.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 3,997 (41.4%) | 471 (8.1%) |
| Total | 9,659 (100.0%) | 5,787 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cedar Falls
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 7,331 (75.9%) | 2,695 (46.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 277 (2.9%) | 120 (2.1%) |
| Electricity | 1,884 (19.5%) | 2,904 (50.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 10 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 130 (1.3%) | 18 (0.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 27 (0.3%) | 50 (0.9%) |
| Total | 9,659 (100.0%) | 5,787 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Cedar Falls
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 235 (2.4%) | 619 (10.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,394 (24.8%) | 2,029 (35.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,167 (43.1%) | 1,695 (29.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,863 (29.6%) | 1,444 (24.9%) |
| Total | 9,659 (100.0%) | 5,787 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Cedar Falls
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cedar Falls
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 3,802 | 5,857 |
| Median Property Value | $229,600 | $251,200 |
| Median Household Income | $76,303 | $1,880 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $605 | $446 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,643 | $51 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cedar Falls
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 533 (14.0%) | 77 (1.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 56 (1.5%) | 177 (3.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 2,090 (55.0%) | 3,689 (63.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,023 (26.9%) | 1,492 (25.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 87 (2.3%) | 397 (6.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 13 (0.3%) | 3 (0.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (0.4%) |
| Total | 3,802 (100.0%) | 5,857 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cedar Falls
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 84 (2.2%) | 210 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 381 (10.0%) | 25 (0.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 341 (9.0%) | 73 (1.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 486 (12.8%) | 240 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 560 (14.7%) | 502 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 621 (16.3%) | 575 (9.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 621 (16.3%) | 858 (14.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 708 (18.6%) | 1,704 (29.1%) |
| Total | 3,802 (100.0%) | 5,857 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cedar Falls
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 1,460 (38.4%) | 121,585 (2,075.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 679 (17.9%) | 2,624 (44.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 667 (17.5%) | 1,826 (31.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 970 (25.5%) | 620 (10.6%) |
| Total | 3,802 (100.0%) | 5,857 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cedar Falls
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 255 (6.7%) | 17 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 212 (5.6%) | 146 (2.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 3,091 (81.3%) | 460 (7.9%) |
| Total | 3,802 (100.0%) | 5,857 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Cedar Falls
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cedar Falls
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,401 (97.2%) | 69 (2.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 5,783 (98.9%) | 67 (1.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 10,469 (95.8%) | 456 (4.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,829 (93.5%) | 267 (6.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,042 (96.7%) | 140 (3.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,156 (97.2%) | 91 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,343 (95.9%) | 143 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,319 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,717 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 39,059 (96.9%) | 1,233 (3.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cedar Falls
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,401 (97.2%) | 69 (2.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 5,783 (98.9%) | 67 (1.1%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 10,469 (95.8%) | 456 (4.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cedar Falls
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 4,084 (95.3%) | 201 (4.7%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,567 (95.8%) | 246 (4.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 5,675 (96.1%) | 232 (3.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,760 (95.6%) | 217 (4.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 15,988 (98.2%) | 297 (1.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cedar Falls
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 525 (21.3%) | 2,048 (82.9%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,115 (19.1%) | 4,808 (82.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 712 (6.5%) | 9,978 (91.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 476 (11.6%) | 3,463 (84.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 448 (10.7%) | 3,654 (87.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 394 (12.1%) | 2,867 (88.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 571 (16.4%) | 2,853 (81.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,213 (96.8%) | 2,060 (62.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,707 (99.6%) | 2,216 (81.6%) |
| Total | 10,161 (25.2%) | 33,947 (84.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cedar Falls
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 55 (2.2%) | 185 (7.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 461 (6.1%) | 807 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 336 (6.3%) | 601 (10.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 270 (16.9%) | 359 (20.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 329 (32.7%) | 621 (36.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cedar Falls
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (1.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 57 (0.8%) | 125 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 123 (2.3%) | 99 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 190 (11.9%) | 146 (8.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 229 (22.8%) | 392 (22.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 23 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 6 (0.2%) | 26 (1.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.1%) | 192 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 15 (0.3%) | 69 (1.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 27 (1.7%) | 81 (4.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (1.2%) | 137 (8.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (1.5%) | 133 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 356 (4.7%) | 602 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 144 (2.7%) | 264 (4.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 61 (3.8%) | 71 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (3.0%) | 136 (7.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (0.4%) | 22 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (0.2%) | 93 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 99 (1.8%) | 236 (4.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 69 (4.3%) | 155 (9.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 80 (8.0%) | 431 (25.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 11 (0.4%) | 45 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.0%) | 34 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 6 (0.1%) | 77 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (1.5%) | 53 (3.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (2.9%) | 146 (8.5%) |
Technology Access in Cedar Falls
Computing Device Access in Cedar Falls
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 13,269 | 85.9% |
| Smartphone | 13,838 | 89.6% |
| Tablet | 10,242 | 66.3% |
| No Computing Device | 606 | 3.9% |
| Total | 15,446 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Cedar Falls
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 15 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 13,213 | 85.5% |
| Cellular Data Only | 859 | 5.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 458 | 3.0% |
| No Internet | 1,190 | 7.7% |
| Total | 15,446 | 100.0% |
Cedar Falls Summary
Cedar Falls, Iowa is a city located in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 39,260 at the 2010 census, and has since grown to an estimated 41,226 in 2019. Cedar Falls is home to the University of Northern Iowa, a public university with over 11,000 students.
History
Cedar Falls was founded in 1845 by William Sturgis. The city was named after the Cedar River, which runs through the city. The first settlers were mostly of German and Irish descent. The city was incorporated in 1857.
In the late 19th century, Cedar Falls was a major center for the lumber industry. The city was also home to several brickyards and a large number of manufacturing plants.
Geography
Cedar Falls is located at 42°28′N 92°26′W (42.4667, -92.4333). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.2 square miles (41.8 km2), of which 16.1 square miles (41.6 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.
Economy
Cedar Falls is home to a variety of businesses and industries. The city is home to several large employers, including John Deere, the University of Northern Iowa, and the Cedar Falls Community School District. The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several large shopping centers and a variety of restaurants and other businesses.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 39,260 people, 15,845 households, and 8,945 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,427.2 people per square mile (937.2/km2). There were 16,845 housing units at an average density of 1,053.3 per square mile (406.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 2.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
There were 15,845 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.7% were non-families. 33.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.93.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.2% under the age of 18, 17.2% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. Males had a median income of $37,945 versus $27,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,945. About 5.2% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Cedar Falls?
Per Capita income in Cedar Falls is $39,242.
What is the Median Family Income in Cedar Falls?
Median Family Income in Cedar Falls is $107,097.
What is the Median Household income in Cedar Falls?
Median Household Income in Cedar Falls is $71,011.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cedar Falls?
Income or Wage Gap in Cedar Falls is 53.7%.
Women in Cedar Falls earn 46.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Cedar Falls?
Family Income Deficit in Cedar Falls is $8,145.
Families that are below poverty line in Cedar Falls earn $8,145 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cedar Falls?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cedar Falls is 0.48.
What is the Total Population of Cedar Falls?
Total Population of Cedar Falls is 40,686.
What is the Total Male Population of Cedar Falls?
Total Male Population of Cedar Falls is 19,226.
What is the Total Female Population of Cedar Falls?
Total Female Population of Cedar Falls is 21,460.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cedar Falls?
There are 89.59 Males per 100 Females in Cedar Falls.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cedar Falls?
There are 111.62 Females per 100 Males in Cedar Falls.
What is the Median Population Age in Cedar Falls?
Median Population Age in Cedar Falls is 28.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cedar Falls
Average Family Size in Cedar Falls is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cedar Falls
Average Household Size in Cedar Falls is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cedar Falls?
There are 23,823 People in the Labor Forcein in Cedar Falls.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cedar Falls?
69.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Cedar Falls.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cedar Falls?
Unemployment Rate in Cedar Falls is 3.0%.