Cedar, IA County is a vibrant and growing community located in the state of Iowa. With a population of 18,494 people and population density of 32 people per square mile, the county offers an ideal mix of urban convenience and rural charm. The area is home to many small businesses and local organizations that provide excellent services to residents, with some notable examples including Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery, Fitness on Main Gym, Red Top Bar & Grill, Center for Active Living, and the Community Credit Union of Iowa. Year-round outdoor activities can be found throughout the county such as nature walks at Big Hollow Recreation Area or fishing along West Branch Creek. Local sporting events held each year include softball tournaments at Jones County Fairgrounds and golfing at Tipton Country Club.
The population in Cedar County is 18,494. There are 32 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Cedar County is 42.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Cedar County is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Cedar County
- 57.5% are married
- 10.1% are divorced
- 33.0% are married with children
- 12.3% have children, but are single
Race in Cedar County
- 95.8% are White
- 0.7% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander