Cherokee, IA County is located in the northwest corner of Iowa and has a population of 11,606 with a population density of 19 people per square mile. This small town is home to many local businesses such as State Bank & Trust Co, Fareway Grocery Store, and NuCara Pharmacy. Year-round outdoor activities for residents and visitors include fishing along the Little Sioux River, hiking in Pilot Knob State Park, and exploring the Cherokee Depot Museum. The town also hosts many organizations such as the 4-H Club and Rotary International that participate in volunteer events throughout the year. Other local sports events are held at the Cherokee Community Center such as basketball tournaments, softball leagues, and even tug-of-war competitions.
The population in Cherokee County is 11,606. There are 20 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Cherokee County is 44.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Cherokee County is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Cherokee County
- 55.5% are married
- 9.9% are divorced
- 24.6% are married with children
- 12.3% have children, but are single
Race in Cherokee County
- 94.0% are White
- 1.0% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander