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County overview

Black Hawk County

Iowa - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Black Hawk County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Black Hawk County

Population
131,041
Age 65+
17.1%
Median age
35.5
Owner-occupied
65.3%
With disability
13.8%
Median home value
$172,500
Median income
$62,329
Residents 65+
22,443
How Black Hawk County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+3.6%
% owner-occupied
+0.8%
% with disability
+7%
Median household income
-17.1%
Median home value
-38.8%
Median age
-7.8%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Black Hawk County

Black Hawk County is home to roughly 131,041 residents, of whom about 22,408 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 17.1%, above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 65.3% of homes in Black Hawk County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $172,500. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 13.8% of Black Hawk County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.