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Diamondhead Lake

Iowa · 285 residents · 0.973 sq mi
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Diamondhead Lake is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $148,542. Population has held roughly steady since 2023. 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. Median home value has risen by half since 2023, reaching $411,800. With a median age of 58.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. It ranks in the top 5% of US cities for household income.

At a glance
Wealthier
above the US median
US median: $82,259
Older
median age 58.4
US median: 38.9
More educated
52% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Less affordable
home values up 55%, inflation adjusted
US median home: $376,019
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
285
+1%since 2023
from 283 in 2023
2010 – 2024
Population density
293 / sq mi
+1%since 2023
from 291 / sq mi in 2023
US average: 281
Median age
58.4
+2%since 2023
from 57.0 in 2023
US average: 38.9
Population, 2010 – 2024
164221277333390201020202024Diamondhead Lake
2024285
201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Median household income
$148,542
+15%inflation adjusted, since 2023
from $125,000 in 2023
US average: $82,259
2010 – 2024
Per capita income
$73,510
−3%since 2023
from $76,084 in 2023
US average: $44,673
Households earning $100K+
75.4%
−0.7 ptssince 2023
from 76.1% in 2023
US average: 53.3%
Poverty rate
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 12.5%
Income inequality (Gini)
0.386
+3%since 2023
from 0.374 in 2023
US average: 0.476
Workforce by industry, 2024
Information12%
US avg: 10.8%
Wholesale trade11.5%
US avg: 6.9%
Other services7.8%
US avg: 6.7%
Public administration7.8%
US avg: 4.8%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
US avg: 1.6%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.4%
Retail trade0%
US avg: 9.9%
Transportation & warehousing0%
US avg: 2.2%
Finance & insurance0%
US avg: 5.9%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 5.1%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.9%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 1.9%
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Section 03

Housing

Median home value
$411,800
+55%inflation adjusted, since 2023
from $257,700 in 2023
US average: $376,019
2010 – 2024
Owner-occupied
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 100.0% in 2023
0.0% rent
Vacancy rate
39.5%
−11.6 ptssince 2023
from 51.1% in 2023
US average: 10.0%
Owner cost-burdened
33.8%
+9.2 ptssince 2023
from 24.6% in 2023
US average: 22.9%
Afford Score
2.8
+34%since 2023
from 2.1 in 2023
2010 – 2024
Gentrification Score
94
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2023
White, non-Hispanic86.6%(245)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other13.4%(38)
Diversity Score29.1%(82)
2024
White, non-Hispanic88.1%(251)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other11.9%(34)
Diversity Score26.3%(75)
Diversity Score
26
−10%since 2023
from 29 in 2023
2010 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
51.6%
+1.6 ptssince 2023
from 50.0% in 2023
US average: 35.6%
High school or higher
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 100.0% in 2023
US average: 89.6%
Graduate degree
17.8%
−1.3 ptssince 2023
from 19.1% in 2023
US average: 14.0%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Average commute
41.9 min
Unchangedsince 2023
from 42.0 min in 2023
US average: 26.5
Drive alone to work
81.4%
−11.5 ptssince 2023
from 92.9% in 2023
US average: 68.9%
Carpooled to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 8.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 3.2%
Worked from home
18.6%
+11.5 ptssince 2023
from 7.1% in 2023
US average: 15.0%
Walked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 2.4%
Biked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 0.4%
No vehicle available
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 8.3%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
5.0%
+0.6 ptssince 2023
from 4.3% in 2023
US average: 5.2%
Labor force participation
73.7%
−3.2 ptssince 2023
from 77.0% in 2023
US average: 63.5%
Self-employed
5.2%
−0.9 ptssince 2023
from 6.1% in 2023
US average: 13.1%
Management & professional
66.7%
+8.6 ptssince 2023
from 58.1% in 2023
US average: 42.5%
Section 08

People & community

Male
39.3%
+0.4 ptssince 2023
from 38.9% in 2023
Female
60.7%
−0.4 ptssince 2023
from 61.1% in 2023
Foreign born
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 14.1%
Veterans
4.0%
−9.4 ptssince 2023
from 13.4% in 2023
US average: 6.2%
With a disability
14.0%
−3.7 ptssince 2023
from 17.7% in 2023
US average: 13.3%
Uninsured
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 8.4%
Broadband at home
100.0%
+17.2 ptssince 2023
from 82.8% in 2023
US average: 91.0%
English only at home
97.4%
−2.6 ptssince 2023
from 100.0% in 2023
US average: 77.7%
Spanish at home
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 13.6%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Diamondhead Lake, Iowa?

Diamondhead Lake, Iowa has about 285 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in Diamondhead Lake, Iowa?

The typical household in Diamondhead Lake, Iowa earns about $148,542 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is Diamondhead Lake, Iowa expensive?

In Diamondhead Lake, Iowa, the median home is worth about $411,800.

How educated are people in Diamondhead Lake, Iowa?

About 51.6% of adults age 25 and over in Diamondhead Lake, Iowa hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Diamondhead Lake, Iowa?

About 0.0% of people in Diamondhead Lake, Iowa live below the federal poverty line.

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