Independence, IA is a small city in Buchanan County with a population of 6,088. It has a population density of 1,021 people per square mile, which is much lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. There are plenty of local businesses to explore in Independence such as Main Street Mercantile and Bricker’s Store. Year-round outdoor activities include biking and hiking at the nearby Wapsipinicon State Park or fishing on the Wapsipinicon River. There are also several organizations within the city such as the Union Fire Department and Friends of the Library that offer volunteer opportunities for those looking to get involved. Local sporting events such as football games held at Independence High School are popular amongst residents during fall months.
The population in Independence is 6,088. There are 1,002 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Independence is 41.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Independence is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Independence
- 48.7% are married
- 9.4% are divorced
- 38.0% are married with children
- 10.3% have children, but are single
Race in Independence
- 94.7% are White
- 0.7% are Black
- 1.6% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander