Hiawatha, IA
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Hiawatha Overview
7,179
TOTAL POPULATION
3,541
MALE POPULATION
3,638
FEMALE POPULATION
97.33
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.74
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,123
PER CAPITA INCOME
$94,982
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$65,610
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
20.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
79.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,921
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Hiawatha Zip Codes
Hiawatha Area Codes
Race in Hiawatha
The most populous races in Hiawatha are White / Caucasian (5,899 | 82.2%), Two or more Races (443 | 6.2%), and Asian (438 | 6.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 438 | 6.1% |
| Black / African American | 253 | 3.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 423 | 5.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,899 | 82.2% |
| Two or more Races | 443 | 6.2% |
| Some other Race | 146 | 2.0% |
| Total | 7,179 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Hiawatha
The most populous ancestries reported in Hiawatha are German (2,568 | 35.8%), Irish (950 | 13.2%), English (515 | 7.2%), Mexican (407 | 5.7%), and Thai (261 | 3.6%), together accounting for 65.5% of all Hiawatha residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 40 | 0.6% |
| American | 75 | 1.0% |
| Arab | 37 | 0.5% |
| Austrian | 16 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 11 | 0.2% |
| Brazilian | 9 | 0.1% |
| British | 40 | 0.6% |
| Canadian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 7 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 208 | 2.9% |
| Danish | 9 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 148 | 2.1% |
| English | 515 | 7.2% |
| European | 141 | 2.0% |
| French | 87 | 1.2% |
| German | 2,568 | 35.8% |
| Irish | 950 | 13.2% |
| Italian | 17 | 0.2% |
| Jamaican | 48 | 0.7% |
| Lebanese | 17 | 0.2% |
| Lithuanian | 15 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 407 | 5.7% |
| Northern European | 17 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 238 | 3.3% |
| Pennsylvania German | 7 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 9 | 0.1% |
| Portuguese | 10 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 7 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 167 | 2.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 11 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 103 | 1.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 65 | 0.9% |
| Swedish | 74 | 1.0% |
| Syrian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 261 | 3.6% |
| Welsh | 9 | 0.1% | View All 36 Rows |
Immigrants in Hiawatha
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Hiawatha came from Asia (324 | 4.5%), South Central Asia (267 | 3.7%), Nepal (141 | 2.0%), India (126 | 1.8%), and Africa (92 | 1.3%), together accounting for 13.2% of all Hiawatha residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 92 | 1.3% |
| Asia | 324 | 4.5% |
| Brazil | 19 | 0.3% |
| China | 37 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Africa | 63 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 37 | 0.5% |
| India | 126 | 1.8% |
| Latin America | 19 | 0.3% |
| Lebanon | 9 | 0.1% |
| Morocco | 13 | 0.2% |
| Nepal | 141 | 2.0% |
| Northern Africa | 13 | 0.2% |
| South America | 19 | 0.3% |
| South Central Asia | 267 | 3.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 11 | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | 11 | 0.2% |
| Western Africa | 16 | 0.2% |
| Western Asia | 9 | 0.1% | View All 18 Rows |
Sex and Age in Hiawatha
Sex and Age in Hiawatha
The most populous age groups in Hiawatha are 20 to 24 Years (427 | 12.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (342 | 9.4%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 175 (4.9%) | 271 (7.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 165 (4.7%) | 200 (5.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 333 (9.4%) | 301 (8.3%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 143 (4.0%) | 215 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 427 (12.1%) | 301 (8.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 405 (11.4%) | 147 (4.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 308 (8.7%) | 282 (7.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 159 (4.5%) | 138 (3.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 65 (1.8%) | 167 (4.6%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 133 (3.8%) | 139 (3.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 272 (7.7%) | 331 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 278 (7.9%) | 342 (9.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 134 (3.8%) | 211 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 186 (5.2%) | 181 (5.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 120 (3.4%) | 99 (2.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 83 (2.3%) | 116 (3.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 100 (2.8%) | 79 (2.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 55 (1.5%) | 118 (3.2%) |
| Total | 3,541 (100.0%) | 3,638 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Hiawatha
Median Family Size in Hiawatha
The median family size in Hiawatha is 3.04 persons per family, with single female/mother families (359 | 20.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.31 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (67 | 3.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.49 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,321 (75.6%) | 2.99 |
| Single Male/Father | 67 (3.8%) | 2.49 |
| Single Female/Mother | 359 (20.5%) | 3.31 |
| Total Families | 1,747 (100.0%) | 3.04 |
Median Household Size in Hiawatha
The median household size in Hiawatha is 2.33 persons per household, with single female/mother households (359 | 11.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.66 persons per household. non-family households (1,282 | 42.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,321 (43.6%) | 3.06 |
| Single Male/Father | 67 (2.2%) | 2.93 |
| Single Female/Mother | 359 (11.8%) | 3.66 |
| Non-family | 1,282 (42.3%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 3,029 (100.0%) | 2.33 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Hiawatha
Out of a total of 3,029 households in Hiawatha, 1,747 (57.7%) are family households, while 1,282 (42.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 674, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,094.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,094 (36.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 674 (22.3%) | 169 (5.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 606 (20.0%) | 19 (0.6%) |
| 4-Person Households | 344 (11.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 33 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 45 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 45 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,747 (57.7%) | 1,282 (42.3%) |
Female Fertility in Hiawatha
Fertility by Age in Hiawatha
Average fertility rate in Hiawatha is 26.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 75.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 9 (25.0%) | 12.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 27 (75.0%) | 60.0 |
| Total | 36 (100.0%) | 26.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Hiawatha
44.4% of women with births (36) in Hiawatha are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 74.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 7 (25.9%) | 20 (74.1%) |
| Total | 16 (44.4%) | 20 (55.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Hiawatha
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 20 (55.6%) | 59.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 9 (25.0%) | 17.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (19.4%) | 24.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 36 (100.0%) | 26.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Hiawatha
55.6% of women with births in Hiawatha are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 16 (44.4%) | 20 (55.6%) |
Income in Hiawatha
Income Overview in Hiawatha
Per Capita Income in Hiawatha is $42,123, while median incomes of families and households are $94,982 and $65,610 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,179 | $42,123 |
| Median Family Income | 1,747 | $94,982 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,747 | $114,353 |
| Median Household Income | 3,029 | $65,610 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,029 | $97,866 |
| Income Deficit | 1,747 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,179 | 20.20% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,179 | 79.80¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,179 | 0.48 |
Earnings by Sex in Hiawatha
Average Earnings in Hiawatha are $45,298, $50,736 for men and $40,485 for women, a difference of 20.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,185 (53.9%) | $50,736 |
| Female | 1,865 (46.1%) | $40,485 |
| Total | 4,050 (100.0%) | $45,298 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Hiawatha
The most common earnings brackets in Hiawatha are $100,000+ for men (405 | 18.5%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (349 | 18.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 65 (3.0%) | 18 (1.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 9 (0.4%) | 56 (3.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 113 (5.2%) | 72 (3.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 34 (1.6%) | 46 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 119 (5.4%) | 114 (6.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 56 (2.6%) | 38 (2.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 49 (2.2%) | 40 (2.1%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 10 (0.5%) | 64 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (2.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 72 (3.3%) | 141 (7.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 190 (8.7%) | 213 (11.4%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 115 (5.3%) | 60 (3.2%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 93 (4.3%) | 16 (0.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 94 (4.3%) | 85 (4.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 37 (1.7%) | 74 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 283 (13.0%) | 62 (3.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 149 (6.8%) | 349 (18.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 160 (7.3%) | 96 (5.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 132 (6.0%) | 230 (12.3%) |
| $100,000+ | 405 (18.5%) | 53 (2.8%) |
| Total | 2,185 (100.0%) | 1,865 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Hiawatha
Average earnings in Hiawatha are $54,969 for men and $47,383 for women, a difference of 13.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $106,058, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $51,781. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,000, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,720.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $53,551 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $51,781 | $27,720 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $63,293 | $47,083 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $53,504 | $55,667 |
| Graduate Degree | $106,058 | $67,000 |
| Total | $54,969 | $47,383 |
Family Income in Hiawatha
Family Income Brackets in Hiawatha
According to the Hiawatha family income data, there are 456 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 24 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 70 | 4.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 24 | 1.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 128 | 7.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 72 | 4.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 96 | 5.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 292 | 16.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 190 | 10.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 456 | 26.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 231 | 13.2% |
| $200,000+ | 185 | 10.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Hiawatha
5-person families (45 | 2.6%) account for the highest median family income in Hiawatha with $197,875 per family, while 2-person families (798 | 45.7%) have the highest median income of $46,740 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 798 (45.7%) | $93,480 |
| 3-Person Families | 542 (31.0%) | $82,556 |
| 4-Person Families | 284 (16.3%) | $139,957 |
| 5-Person Families | 45 (2.6%) | $197,875 |
| 6-Person Families | 33 (1.9%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 45 (2.6%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,747 (100.0%) | $94,982 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Hiawatha
The median family income in Hiawatha is $94,982, with families comprising 3+ earners (274) having the highest median family income of $134,898, while families with 1 earner (405) have the lowest median family income of $47,031, accounting for 15.7% and 23.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 331 (19.0%) | $57,422 |
| 1 Earner | 405 (23.2%) | $47,031 |
| 2 Earners | 737 (42.2%) | $128,173 |
| 3+ Earners | 274 (15.7%) | $134,898 |
| Total | 1,747 (100.0%) | $94,982 |
Household Income in Hiawatha
Household Income Brackets in Hiawatha
With 494 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Hiawatha, accounting for 16.3% of all households. In contrast, only 51 households (1.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 191 | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 51 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 224 | 7.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 327 | 10.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 300 | 9.9% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 485 | 16.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 494 | 16.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 488 | 16.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 230 | 7.6% |
| $200,000+ | 236 | 7.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Hiawatha
The median household income in Hiawatha is $65,610, with the highest median household income of $87,273 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,196 households (39.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $41,493, with 311 households (10.3%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 311 (10.3%) | $41,493 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 849 (28.0%) | $75,819 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,196 (39.5%) | $87,273 |
| 65+ Years | 673 (22.2%) | $55,529 |
| Total | 3,029 (100.0%) | $65,610 |
Poverty in Hiawatha
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Hiawatha
With 8.9% poverty level for males and 15.6% for females among the residents of Hiawatha, under 5 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 93 males (55.7%) and 90 females (29.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 93 (55.7%) | 72 (26.6%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 40 (19.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (25.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 16 (3.6%) | 88 (24.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 64 (9.0%) | 100 (23.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 9 (4.0%) | 90 (29.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 35 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 20 (4.9%) | 138 (24.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 36 (12.1%) | 25 (9.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (3.9%) |
| Total | 313 (8.9%) | 554 (15.6%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Hiawatha
According to the poverty statistics in Hiawatha, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 74 (44.3%) | 199 (73.4%) |
| 5 Years | 18 (100.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 269 (100.0%) | 186 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 170 (80.9%) | 293 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 13 (100.0%) | 39 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 114 (100.0%) | 89 (74.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 426 (96.4%) | 269 (75.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 649 (91.0%) | 329 (76.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 214 (96.0%) | 215 (70.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 370 (91.4%) | 470 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 386 (95.1%) | 415 (75.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 262 (87.9%) | 242 (90.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 220 (100.0%) | 244 (96.1%) |
| Total | 3,185 (91.0%) | 2,999 (84.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Hiawatha
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Hiawatha show that 1.6% or 21 of the total 1,321 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.6%, comprising of 21 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 | 794 (97.4%) | 21 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 421 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,300 (98.4%) | 21 (1.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Hiawatha
According to the poverty data in Hiawatha, 52.2% or 35 single-father households and 37.3% or 134 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 households (68.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 122 households (42.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (33.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 35 (68.6%) | 122 (42.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 35 (52.2%) | 134 (37.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Hiawatha
The poverty data for Hiawatha shows that 21 of the married-couple family households (1.6%) and 169 of the single-parent households (39.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (2.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 157 household (46.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 21 (2.6%) | 12 (23.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 157 (46.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21 (1.6%) | 169 (39.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Hiawatha
Employment by Class of Employer in Hiawatha
Among the 3,610 employed individuals in Hiawatha, private company employees (2,723 | 75.4%), not-for-profit organizations (363 | 10.1%), and self-employed (incorporated) (181 | 5.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,723 | 75.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 181 | 5.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 116 | 3.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 363 | 10.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 152 | 4.2% |
| State Government Employees | 50 | 1.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 25 | 0.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,610 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Hiawatha
According to the labor force statistics for Hiawatha, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,682), 69.0% or 3,921 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 282 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 93.3% or 679 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.7% or 188 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 134 (43.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 679 (93.3%) | 188 (27.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 493 (89.3%) | 10 (2.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 524 (88.8%) | 15 (2.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 435 (82.2%) | 18 (4.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 785 (89.7%) | 30 (3.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 417 (67.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 213 (61.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 166 (28.3%) | 10 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 77 (14.0%) | 11 (14.3%) |
| Total | 3,921 (69.0%) | 282 (7.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Hiawatha
According to labor force statistics for Hiawatha, 81.7% of individuals (2,868) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,511) are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 75 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 89.5% or 1,076 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.3% or 36 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 165 (82.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 529 (77.1%) | 17 (2.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,097 (77.1%) | 31 (2.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,076 (89.5%) | 40 (3.3%) |
| Total | 2,868 (81.7%) | 91 (2.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Hiawatha
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hiawatha are Management (350 | 9.6%), Community & Social Service (300 | 8.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (247 | 6.8%), Business & Financial (225 | 6.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (195 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Hiawatha, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (90.9%), Education, Arts & Media (86.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (81.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.5%), and Health Technologists (83.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 101 (28.9%) | 249 (71.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 108 (48.0%) | 117 (52.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 158 (81.0%) | 37 (19.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 68 (70.8%) | 28 (29.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 90 (90.9%) | 9 (9.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 158 (52.7%) | 142 (47.3%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 86 (86.9%) | 13 (13.1%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 27 (75.0%) | 9 (25.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 45 (28.5%) | 113 (71.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 16 (6.5%) | 231 (93.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 16 (16.7%) | 80 (83.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 541 (41.1%) | 776 (58.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,877 (51.7%) | 1,754 (48.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Hiawatha are Personal Care & Service (109 | 3.0%), Healthcare Support (87 | 2.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (78 | 2.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (77 | 2.1%), and Security & Protection (68 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Hiawatha, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (59.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 31 (40.3%) | 46 (59.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 109 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 177 (42.2%) | 242 (57.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,877 (51.7%) | 1,754 (48.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Hiawatha are Office & Administration (508 | 14.0%), and Sales & Related (474 | 13.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 342 (72.2%) | 132 (27.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 142 (28.0%) | 366 (72.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 484 (49.3%) | 498 (50.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,877 (51.7%) | 1,754 (48.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Hiawatha are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (137 | 3.8%), Construction & Extraction (119 | 3.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (16 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 119 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 137 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 272 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,877 (51.7%) | 1,754 (48.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Hiawatha are Production (246 | 6.8%), Transportation (232 | 6.4%), and Material Moving (163 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 175 (71.1%) | 71 (28.9%) |
| Transportation | 174 (75.0%) | 58 (25.0%) |
| Material Moving | 54 (33.1%) | 109 (66.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 403 (62.9%) | 238 (37.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,877 (51.7%) | 1,754 (48.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Hiawatha
Employment Industries in Hiawatha
The major employment industries in Hiawatha include Health Care & Social Assistance (726 | 20.0%), Retail Trade (586 | 16.1%), Manufacturing (497 | 13.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (405 | 11.2%), and Professional & Scientific (321 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Hiawatha
The Hiawatha industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (85.4%), and Public Administration (80.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 343 (69.0%) | 154 (31.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 115 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 284 (48.5%) | 302 (51.5%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 265 (65.4%) | 140 (34.6%) |
| Utilities | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 107 (49.1%) | 111 (50.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 8 (44.4%) | 10 (55.6%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 161 (50.2%) | 160 (49.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 121 (91.7%) | 11 (8.3%) |
| Educational Services | 84 (45.7%) | 100 (54.3%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 106 (14.6%) | 620 (85.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 31 (43.1%) | 41 (56.9%) |
| Public Administration | 8 (20.0%) | 32 (80.0%) |
| Total | 1,877 (51.7%) | 1,754 (48.3%) |
Education in Hiawatha
School Enrollment in Hiawatha
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,783 students in Hiawatha are middle school (546 | 30.6%), high school (387 | 21.7%), and college / undergraduate (359 | 20.1%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 135 | 7.6% |
| Kindergarten | 83 | 4.7% |
| Elementary School | 273 | 15.3% |
| Middle School | 546 | 30.6% |
| High School | 387 | 21.7% |
| College / Undergraduate | 359 | 20.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,783 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Hiawatha
Out of a total of 1,783 students who are enrolled in schools in Hiawatha, 219 (12.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,564 (87.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 113 (39.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 365 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 101 (86.3%) | 16 (13.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 365 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 586 (92.6%) | 47 (7.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 173 (60.5%) | 113 (39.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 278 (86.3%) | 44 (13.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,564 (87.7%) | 219 (12.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Hiawatha
Business (592 | 36.4%), education (196 | 12.0%), engineering (129 | 7.9%), science & technology (119 | 7.3%), and psychology (107 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 1,628 individuals in Hiawatha who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 29 | 1.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 42 | 2.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 86 | 5.3% |
| Psychology | 107 | 6.6% |
| Social Sciences | 61 | 3.7% |
| Engineering | 129 | 7.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 119 | 7.3% |
| Business | 592 | 36.4% |
| Education | 196 | 12.0% |
| Literature & Languages | 96 | 5.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 30 | 1.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 16 | 1.0% |
| Communications | 37 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 88 | 5.4% |
| Total | 1,628 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Hiawatha
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Hiawatha
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Hiawatha are males with 2 vehicles (790, accounting for 41.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (653, making up 45.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 9 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 310 (16.5%) | 423 (24.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 790 (41.9%) | 653 (37.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 512 (27.2%) | 332 (19.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 254 (13.5%) | 189 (11.0%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 8 (0.4%) | 126 (7.3%) |
| Total | 1,883 (100.0%) | 1,723 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Hiawatha
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Hiawatha are 10 to 14 minutes (1,032 commuters, 31.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (832 commuters, 25.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (542 commuters, 16.6%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 109 | 3.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 326 | 10.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,032 | 31.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 832 | 25.5% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 542 | 16.6% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 162 | 5.0% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 137 | 4.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 40 | 1.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 35 | 1.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 16 | 0.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 29 | 0.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Hiawatha
The most common commute times in Hiawatha are 15 to 19 minutes (485 commuters, 28.2%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (619 commuters, 40.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 48 (2.8%) | 61 (4.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 219 (12.7%) | 107 (7.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 413 (24.0%) | 619 (40.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 485 (28.2%) | 347 (22.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 259 (15.1%) | 283 (18.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 105 (6.1%) | 57 (3.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 128 (7.4%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 21 (1.2%) | 19 (1.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 8 (0.5%) | 27 (1.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 16 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 18 (1.1%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Hiawatha
The most frequent times of departure to work in Hiawatha are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (253, 14.7%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (305, 19.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 81 (4.7%) | 43 (2.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 107 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 131 (7.6%) | 61 (4.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 165 (9.6%) | 181 (11.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 109 (6.3%) | 63 (4.1%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 201 (11.7%) | 238 (15.4%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 217 (12.6%) | 228 (14.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 211 (12.3%) | 199 (12.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 63 (3.7%) | 143 (9.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 33 (1.9%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 253 (14.7%) | 305 (19.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 149 (8.7%) | 44 (2.9%) |
| Total | 1,720 (100.0%) | 1,540 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Hiawatha
Occupancy by Ownership in Hiawatha
Of the total 3,029 dwellings in Hiawatha, owner-occupied units account for 2,018 (66.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,011 (33.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,018 | 66.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,011 | 33.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,029 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Hiawatha
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,094 | 36.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 843 | 27.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 625 | 20.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 467 | 15.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,029 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Hiawatha
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 528 (48.3%) | 566 (51.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 675 (80.1%) | 168 (19.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 437 (69.9%) | 188 (30.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 378 (80.9%) | 89 (19.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,018 (66.6%) | 1,011 (33.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Hiawatha
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 114 (77.0%) | 34 (23.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 458 (64.0%) | 258 (36.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 796 (62.6%) | 475 (37.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 650 (72.7%) | 244 (27.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Hiawatha
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 789 | 26.1% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 371 | 12.2% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 544 | 18.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 652 | 21.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 370 | 12.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 205 | 6.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 98 | 3.2% |
| Total | 3,029 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Hiawatha
Median Income by Occupancy in Hiawatha
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,018 (66.6%) | $94,594 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,011 (33.4%) | $41,076 |
| Average | 3,029 (100.0%) | $65,610 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Hiawatha
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 54 (2.7%) | 56 (5.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 66 (3.3%) | 16 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 31 (1.5%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 16 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 32 (1.6%) | 175 (17.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 144 (7.1%) | 182 (18.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 141 (7.0%) | 160 (15.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 296 (14.7%) | 190 (18.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 318 (15.8%) | 175 (17.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 469 (23.2%) | 18 (1.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 451 (22.4%) | 17 (1.7%) |
| Total | 2,018 (100.0%) | 1,011 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Hiawatha
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 84 (4.2%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 176 (8.7%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 428 (21.2%) | 438 (43.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 280 (13.9%) | 263 (26.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 322 (16.0%) | 232 (23.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 319 (15.8%) | 36 (3.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 143 (7.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 105 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 161 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,018 (100.0%) | 1,011 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Hiawatha
Housing Structures in Hiawatha
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,630 | 53.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 192 | 6.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 110 | 3.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 167 | 5.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 172 | 5.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 376 | 12.4% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 382 | 12.6% |
| Total | 3,029 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Hiawatha
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,475 (90.5%) | 155 (9.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 160 (83.3%) | 32 (16.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 8 (7.3%) | 102 (92.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 167 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 12 (7.0%) | 160 (93.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 40 (10.6%) | 336 (89.4%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 323 (84.6%) | 59 (15.4%) |
| Total | 2,018 (66.6%) | 1,011 (33.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Hiawatha
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 182 (9.0%) | 341 (33.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 461 (22.8%) | 547 (54.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 489 (24.2%) | 70 (6.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 886 (43.9%) | 40 (4.0%) |
| Total | 2,018 (100.0%) | 1,011 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Hiawatha
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,641 (81.3%) | 527 (52.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 130 (6.4%) | 22 (2.2%) |
| Electricity | 247 (12.2%) | 349 (34.5%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 85 (8.4%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (2.8%) |
| Total | 2,018 (100.0%) | 1,011 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Hiawatha
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 51 (2.5%) | 33 (3.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 498 (24.7%) | 710 (70.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 881 (43.7%) | 183 (18.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 588 (29.1%) | 85 (8.4%) |
| Total | 2,018 (100.0%) | 1,011 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Hiawatha
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Hiawatha
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 852 | 1,166 |
| Median Property Value | $134,900 | $237,100 |
| Median Household Income | $55,417 | $406 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $619 | $161 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,551 | $21 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Hiawatha
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 297 (34.9%) | 50 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 66 (7.7%) | 77 (6.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 321 (37.7%) | 620 (53.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 152 (17.8%) | 247 (21.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 16 (1.9%) | 161 (13.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (0.9%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 852 (100.0%) | 1,166 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Hiawatha
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 112 (13.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 61 (7.2%) | 8 (0.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 88 (10.3%) | 18 (1.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 134 (15.7%) | 56 (4.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 126 (14.8%) | 7 (0.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 84 (9.9%) | 170 (14.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 202 (23.7%) | 234 (20.1%) |
| $150,000 or more | 45 (5.3%) | 267 (22.9%) |
| Total | 852 (100.0%) | 1,166 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Hiawatha
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 341 (40.0%) | 117,576 (10,083.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 109 (12.8%) | 544 (46.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 114 (13.4%) | 405 (34.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 288 (33.8%) | 144 (12.3%) |
| Total | 852 (100.0%) | 1,166 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Hiawatha
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 247 (29.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 82 (9.6%) | 46 (4.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 480 (56.3%) | 69 (5.9%) |
| Total | 852 (100.0%) | 1,166 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Hiawatha
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hiawatha
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 473 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,280 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 824 (81.3%) | 190 (18.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 764 (85.5%) | 130 (14.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 491 (93.0%) | 37 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 854 (97.6%) | 21 (2.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 950 (99.1%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 565 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 474 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,675 (94.5%) | 387 (5.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Hiawatha
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 473 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,280 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 824 (81.3%) | 190 (18.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Hiawatha
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 777 (98.7%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 933 (87.9%) | 128 (12.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,042 (88.3%) | 138 (11.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,106 (95.8%) | 49 (4.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,806 (97.8%) | 62 (2.2%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Hiawatha
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 193 (40.8%) | 358 (75.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 470 (36.7%) | 1,026 (80.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 104 (10.3%) | 779 (76.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 91 (10.2%) | 704 (78.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 64 (12.1%) | 427 (80.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 48 (5.5%) | 817 (93.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 144 (15.0%) | 824 (85.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 554 (98.1%) | 229 (40.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 474 (100.0%) | 271 (57.2%) |
| Total | 2,142 (30.3%) | 5,435 (77.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Hiawatha
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 13 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 102 (16.4%) | 60 (9.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 132 (11.5%) | 57 (7.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (4.3%) | 238 (17.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 120 (40.3%) | 48 (18.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 95 (43.2%) | 122 (48.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Hiawatha
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (28.2%) | 13 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 69 (31.4%) | 39 (15.3%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 13 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (1.7%) | 55 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 7 (2.4%) | 13 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 38 (17.3%) | 39 (15.3%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 93 (14.9%) | 60 (9.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 78 (6.8%) | 48 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 26 (2.5%) | 122 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 47 (15.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (9.6%) | 28 (11.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (2.0%) | 9 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 67 (5.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (18.8%) | 35 (13.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (25.9%) | 92 (36.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (0.2%) | 33 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (15.3%) |
Technology Access in Hiawatha
Computing Device Access in Hiawatha
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,579 | 85.1% |
| Smartphone | 2,679 | 88.4% |
| Tablet | 1,774 | 58.6% |
| No Computing Device | 170 | 5.6% |
| Total | 3,029 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Hiawatha
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 25 | 0.8% |
| Broadband Home | 2,326 | 76.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 265 | 8.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 137 | 4.5% |
| No Internet | 311 | 10.3% |
| Total | 3,029 | 100.0% |
Hiawatha Summary
Hiawatha, Iowa is a city located in Linn County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 7,020 at the 2010 census.
History
Hiawatha was founded in 1855 by a group of settlers from New York. The city was named after the famous Native American leader, Hiawatha. The city was incorporated in 1876.
In the late 19th century, Hiawatha was a major railroad hub, with the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad (the Milwaukee Road) running through the city. The Milwaukee Road was the first railroad to reach Hiawatha, and it was instrumental in the city's growth.
In the early 20th century, Hiawatha was a major industrial center, with several factories located in the city. The most notable of these was the Hiawatha Manufacturing Company, which produced a variety of products, including farm implements, wagons, and furniture.
Geography
Hiawatha is located at 41°59'25" North, 91°30'45" West (41.990278, -91.5125). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), all of it land.
Economy
Hiawatha's economy is largely based on manufacturing and retail. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Hiawatha Manufacturing Company, which produces a variety of products, including farm implements, wagons, and furniture. Other major employers in the city include Rockwell Collins, a major aerospace and defense contractor, and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
The city also has a thriving retail sector, with several large shopping centers located in the city. The largest of these is the Hiawatha Mall, which features a variety of stores, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 7,020 people, 2,845 households, and 1,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,346.2 people per square mile (519.7/km2). There were 3,039 housing units at an average density of 586.2 per square mile (226.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 92.2% White, 2.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
There were 2,845 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 30.2% 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 2.41 and the average family size was 3.00.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $54,917. Males had a median income of $37,917 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Hiawatha?
Total Population of Hiawatha is 7,179.
What is the Total Male Population of Hiawatha?
Total Male Population of Hiawatha is 3,541.
What is the Total Female Population of Hiawatha?
Total Female Population of Hiawatha is 3,638.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Hiawatha?
There are 97.33 Males per 100 Females in Hiawatha.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Hiawatha?
There are 102.74 Females per 100 Males in Hiawatha.
What is the Median Population Age in Hiawatha?
Median Population Age in Hiawatha is 34.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Hiawatha
Average Family Size in Hiawatha is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Hiawatha
Average Household Size in Hiawatha is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Hiawatha?
Per Capita income in Hiawatha is $42,123.
What is the Median Family Income in Hiawatha?
Median Family Income in Hiawatha is $94,982.
What is the Median Household income in Hiawatha?
Median Household Income in Hiawatha is $65,610.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Hiawatha?
Income or Wage Gap in Hiawatha is 20.2%.
Women in Hiawatha earn 79.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Hiawatha?
Inequality or Gini Index in Hiawatha is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Hiawatha?
There are 3,921 People in the Labor Forcein in Hiawatha.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Hiawatha?
69.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Hiawatha.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Hiawatha?
Unemployment Rate in Hiawatha is 7.2%.