Sioux City, IA-NE-SD Metro Area

Sioux City, IA-NE-SD · Metro Area

144,682Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties, part of the Sioux City-Le Mars, IA-NE-SD combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $75,192
Median home value: $193,100
Land area: 1,598 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Woodbury County, IA	Central	106,247	$73,658	$183,200
Dakota County, NE	Central	21,354	$70,329	$185,700
Union County, SD	Central	17,081	$89,636	$301,100

Largest cities and towns

39 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Sioux City, IA	City	86,101	$68,906
South Sioux City, NE	City	13,907	$68,223
Sergeant Bluff, IA	City	5,171	$123,481
Big Sioux, SD	—	4,917	$128,005
Dakota Dunes, SD	CDP	3,936	$136,125
North Sioux City, SD	City	3,045	$71,908
Dakota City, NE	City	2,675	$76,806
Elk Point, SD	City	2,537	$90,473
Moville, IA	City	1,670	$96,016
Jefferson (Township), SD	—	1,088	$196,442
Sloan, IA	City	1,018	$68,125
Alcester, SD	City	989	$57,000
Lawton, IA	City	790	$86,875
Correctionville, IA	City	761	$50,192
Jefferson, SD	City	554	$82,888
Anthon, IA	City	514	$51,250
Homer, NE	Village	446	$80,714
Salix, IA	City	402	$62,500
Hornick, IA	City	340	$85,938
Virginia, SD	—	315	$110,655
Bronson, IA	City	312	$86,458
Pierson, IA	City	302	$75,000
Danbury, IA	City	283	$64,375
Elk Point (Township), SD	—	277	$73,417
Jackson, NE	Village	273	$51,250

Also in the Sioux City-Le Mars, IA-NE-SD combined area

Le Mars, IA · micro · 25,747

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Unemployment

4.1%

College Educated

24.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$75,192

Mean Household Income

$95,336

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.5%

Female

49.5%

Population Split

Male50.5%

Female49.5%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German25.4%

Mexican15.9%

Irish11.1%

English6.4%

African2.1%

French1.7%

Italian1.4%

Polish1.4%

Scottish1.0%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

11.8%Foreign Born

88.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized43.6%

Non-Citizen56.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later42.2%

Before 201057.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

58,784

Median Rent

$1,002/mo

Median Home Value

$193,100

Median Year Built

1965

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

35,863

College Enrollment

14.8%

High School

23.7%

College Educated

24.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

17.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

79.3%

Public Transit

0.9%

Work From Home

5.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

26.1%

18-34 Years

22.4%

35-64 Years

35.6%

65+ Years

15.9%

Population Composition

Under 1826.1%

18-3422.4%

35-6435.6%

65+15.9%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

46.9%

Single Parent

6.8%

Living Alone

28.2%

Avg Size

2.55

Household Types

Married Couples46.9%

Single Parent6.8%

Living Alone28.2%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$37,232

SNAP Usage

11.2%

Health Insurance

92.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.4%

$25k - $50k17.6%

$50k - $100k31.2%

$100k+35.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

19.8%

Retail Trade

10.9%

Education & Health Care

22.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

92.8%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

87.4%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.4%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

86.5

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

190.2

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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