Living in Plymouth County, Iowa

Plymouth County is a county in Iowa with a population of around 24,800. The main communities are Le Mars, Remsen, Akron.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,463/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $254K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 31°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Plymouth County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.