Cherokee County, IA — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
11,587
Male
5,792
50.0%
Female
5,795
50.0%
Median Age
44.5 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.2
Foreign Born
3.6%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher15.5%
High School or Higher43.9%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
7.1%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
5.0%
Married
47.4%
Cherokee County, IA has a population of 11,587 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 44.5 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 90.9% of the population. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 3.6% of residents are foreign-born.