Iron County, Missouri is located in the southeastern corner of the state, and is home to just over 10,000 people. The county has a largely rural population, with most of the population living in small towns and unincorporated communities. The median household income in Iron County is $33,837, slightly below the national median of $55,322. The poverty rate in Iron County is 18.2%, significantly higher than the national average of 11.8%.
Demographically, Iron County is predominantly white, with a population that is 84.6% white, 9.7% African American, and 4.3% Hispanic or Latino. The population is evenly split between males and females. The median age in Iron County is 40.2, slightly higher than the national median of 38.2.
Education in Iron County is provided by the Iron County R-III School District, which serves the entire county. The district has two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The district has an average graduation rate of 87%, slightly higher than the national average of 84%.
Real estate in Iron County is relatively affordable. The median home value in Iron County is $81,900, significantly lower than the national median of $231,200. The median rent in Iron County is $619, lower than the national median of $1,012. The median price per square foot in Iron County is $76, also lower than the national median of $123.