Colfax, IA is a small town of 3,029 people located in Jasper County. It has a population density of 52 people per square mile compared to the US population density of 93 people per square mile. The economy in Colfax is largely based on its abundant agricultural resources and local businesses. Local businesses include Cloverleaf Dairy, Jasper Lumber Co., Hagen's Tire & Automotive Center, and Ede's Barbershop.
Residents of Colfax enjoy numerous outdoor activities year-round. Camping is popular at nearby Lake Red Rock and Wapsipinicon State Park which offer hiking trails, fishing spots, water skiing and more. Cross country skiing is also popular during the winter months when snow blankets the region.
Colfax is also home to various organizations such as the Colfax Lion's Club, the local Masonic Lodge #462 and the Colfax Community Club which host events throughout the year like parades on Memorial Day and Fourth of July fireworks shows . Local sporting events include baseball games at Roy Geary Field and summer softball tournaments hosted by the Colfax Community Softball League.
The population in Colfax (zip 50054) is 3,029. There are 52 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Colfax (zip 50054) is 37.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Colfax (zip 50054) is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Colfax (zip 50054)
- 57.3% are married
- 9.9% are divorced
- 37.3% are married with children
- 17.3% have children, but are single
Race in Colfax (zip 50054)
- 93.7% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.7% Two or more races
- 0.9% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander