Demographics in Oelwein, IA

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

Where is Oelwein?

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Population

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

Total Population

5,878

Male

2,839

48.3%

Female

3,039

51.7%

Median Age

44.0

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

92.0%

Black

0.1%

Hispanic

2.8%

Asian

0.7%

Two or More

5.8%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

11.9%

High School or Higher

46.7%

Foreign Born

0.5%

Veterans

8.4%

Married

39.0%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

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

Oelwein, IA has a population of 5,878 with a median age of 44.0. The racial makeup is 92.0% White, 2.8% Hispanic, 0.1% Black, 0.7% Asian. About 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 0.5%.