Workforce
Fayette County, Iowa is a great location for businesses, employees, and families. The Northeast Iowa region houses a population of nearly 400,000 people and has a potential labor force of over 300,000 workers in the region.
Fayette County and Northeast Iowa Regional Data:
Northeast Iowa Regional Laborshed Area Analysis
Oelwein Area Laborshed Area Analysis
Data USA Fayette County Analysis
| Fayette County Snapshot | |
| Population | 19,650 |
| Employees | 5,974 |
| Employers with Over 150 Employees | 5 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,643 |
| Median Household Income | $51,128 |
| Median Age | 43.6 |
| High school Graduation Rate | 91.7% |
| Bachelor’s Degree Rate | 18.3% |
More information about Laborshed Studies in Iowa can be found on Iowa Workforce Development’s website at https://www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/laborshed-studies.