The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Mitchell county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 71.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 15.4℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 62% and the area covered by water is 0.1%. The overall influence score for Mitchell is 8.
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Mitchell County is located in the north-central region of Iowa, and is comprised of eight townships, two cities, and one unincorporated area. According to the most recent census data, Mitchell County has a population of 11,717 people. The median household income is $50,902 and the median age is 43.6 years old.
The majority of residents in Mitchell County are White (93.8%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (2.6%), and African American (1.0%). Approximately 26.1% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county has a low unemployment rate of 4.4%.
The county is mostly rural, with a mix of rolling hills, woodlands, and grasslands. Agriculture is the major industry in Mitchell County, with corn and soybeans being the primary crops grown. Other industries include manufacturing, retail trade, healthcare, and tourism.
The median home value in Mitchell County is $115,100 and most housing units are owner-occupied (75%). The majority of housing units are single-family homes (78%) followed by mobile homes (13%).
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State Office
210 Walnut Street, Room 873
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
ph: 515-284-4663
fax: 855-251-2243