Living in Cedar County, Iowa

Cedar County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 18,340. The main communities are Tipton, Mechanicsville, Clarence.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $719/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $234K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 34°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Cedar County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.