Demographics in Harlan, IA

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Harlan?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

4,896

Male

2,370

48.4%

Female

2,526

51.6%

Median Age

48.2

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

91.8%

Black

0.9%

Hispanic

3.1%

Two or More

4.3%

Other

2.1%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

15.5%

High School or Higher

41.6%

Foreign Born

2.3%

Veterans

8.1%

Married

44.0%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Harlan, IA has a population of 4,896 with a median age of 48.2. The racial makeup is 91.8% White, 3.1% Hispanic, 0.9% Black. About 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 2.3%.