Bremer County, Iowa
According to 2000 Census Bureau, there were 23325 people, 8860 households, and 6324 families living in the county. The population density was 53.3 people per square mile (20.58/kmē), making it the 21st most densely populated county in Iowa. There were 9337 housing units at an average density of 21.3 per square mile (8.22/kmē). The average household size was 2.47 persons, and the average family size was 2.95 persons. In the county the population was distributed as follows: 24.1% under the age of 18, 12% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 23.9% from 45 to 64, and 16% who were 65 or older. For every 100 females there were 93.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males. Its population was estimated at 23690 in July 2008, The racial makeup of the county was 97.9% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.09% American Indian, 0.66% Asian, 0.02% Native Hawaiian, and 0.62% from two or more races.
The median income for a household in the county was $40826, it would be the 15th highest county by median household income in the U.S. state of Iowa. The median income for a family in the county was $50299, it is Iowa's eighth wealthiest county by median family income. The per capita income for the county was $19199, making its Iowa's 21st highest county by per capita income.
In 2000, 6970 pupils and students, of which 49.51% are male and 50.49% are female, 29.88% of the total population, are in the education system. Of which, percentage of enrollment student are in, 6.77% nursery or pri school, 4.19% kindergarten, 37.86% elementary school, 21.56% high school and 29.61% College graduate school.
| Rank | City | County | Total Area mi2 | Land Area mi2 | Water Area mi2 | Population | Density mi2 | Per capita Income | House hold Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denver City | Bremer County | 1.38 | 1.38 | 0 | 1627 | 1177.9 | 20791 | 44375 |
| 2 | Frederika City | Bremer County | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0 | 199 | 993.6 | 20224 | 36250 |
| 3 | Janesville City | Bremer County, Black Hawk County | 1.49 | 1.45 | 0.04 | 829 | 572.5 | 18878 | 40060 |
| 4 | Plainfield City | Bremer County | 0.33 | 0.33 | 0 | 438 | 1347.4 | 18156 | 39688 |
| 5 | Readlyn City | Bremer County | 0.32 | 0.32 | 0 | 786 | 2444.4 | 17721 | 41625 |
| 6 | Sumner City | Bremer County, Fayette County | 2.53 | 2.53 | 0 | 2106 | 833.8 | 18029 | 33417 |
| 7 | Tripoli City | Bremer County | 1.4 | 1.4 | 0 | 1310 | 934.7 | 16882 | 34444 |
| 8 | Waverly City | Bremer County | 11.47 | 11.16 | 0.31 | 8968 | 803.4 | 18285 | 39587 |
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| April 2000 census | 23325 |
| April 2000 Estimate | 23325 |
| July 2000 Estimate | 23282 |
| July 2001 Estimate | 23403 |
| July 2002 Estimate | 23206 |
| July 2003 Estimate | 23283 |
| July 2004 Estimate | 23388 |
| July 2005 Estimate | 23420 |
| July 2006 Estimate | 23583 |
| July 2007 Estimate | 23723 |
| July 2008 Estimate | 23690 |
| School | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursery school | 253 | 219 | 472 |
| Kindergarten | 172 | 120 | 292 |
| Elementary school | 1321 | 1318 | 2639 |
| High school | 792 | 711 | 1503 |
| College or graduate school | 913 | 1151 | 2064 |
| Place | Median household income | Median family income | Per capita income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bremer County, Iowa | $40826 | $50299 | $19199 |
| Iowa, United States | $39469 | $48005 | $19674 |
| United States | $41994 | $50046 | $21587 |