Living in Dubuque County, Iowa

Dubuque County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 97,125, part of the Dubuque, IA MSA metro area. The main communities are Dubuque, Asbury, Epworth.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $879/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $244K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 31°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Dubuque County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a moderately educated workforce (31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.