Floyd County Public RecordsIowa

Floyd County, IA has 9 public schools serving approximately 2,000 students, with a high school graduation rate of around 92%. About 17% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Average school proficiency scores in reading and math are close to the state average of 72%. The area emphasizes school safety and offers various educational programs, including vocational and adult education opportunities. Local educators maintain a student-teacher ratio of roughly 14:1, fostering personalized instruction. Floyd County promotes lifelong learning through community colleges and continuing education programs.

As of 2022, Floyd County, IA had an employment rate of 61.2%. Major industries include Health Care & Social Assistance (16.7%), Manufacturing (16.2%), and Retail Trade (10.8%). Most common occupations are Production (12.4%), Office & Administrative Support (10.7%), and Management (10.3%). The median commute time is 17.5 minutes, with roughly 16% of residents working outside the county, mainly commuting to Cerro Gordo (Mason City) and Mitchell counties. Floyd County’s local job market centers on Charles City, supporting both local employment and commuter flows.

Floyd County, IA, has a homeownership rate of about 76%, with median home values around $108,000 as of 2022. Rental units comprise roughly 24% of housing, with a median gross rent of approximately $725 per month. The housing market remains stable, with modest value appreciation in recent years. Popular housing types include single-family homes and some multifamily units. Notable neighborhoods are found in Charles City and Nora Springs. Property tax rates average 1.43% of assessed home value, aligning with Iowa’s state average.

Floyd County, IA, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to state averages. In 2022, the county reported 134 total crimes, including 9 violent crimes and 125 property crimes, according to the Iowa Department of Public Safety. The violent crime rate was 1.2 per 1,000 residents, while property crime stood at 17.5 per 1,000. Regular reporting through the local sheriff’s office and state databases supports transparency and safety initiatives, keeping residents informed and engaged with community policing efforts. Overall, Floyd County remains a safe area with effective law enforcement presence.

Floyd County, Iowa, had 10,200 registered voters as of 2022, with Republicans comprising 37%, Democrats 27%, and No Party 36%. The county conducts general, primary, city, and school elections, administered by the Floyd County Auditor’s Office, with typical polling locations in Charles City and surrounding towns. In the 2020 presidential election, Republican Donald Trump received 56% of the vote; Democrat Joe Biden, 42%. Local issues often include rural infrastructure, school funding, and property taxes. Election information, including registration and polling sites, is managed online by the Auditor for transparency and accessibility.

As of the 2020 Census, Floyd County, Iowa had a population of 15,627. The median age is about 44 years. Approximately 49.2% are male and 50.8% female. The racial makeup is predominantly White (93.8%), with small populations of Hispanic or Latino (2.8%), African American (0.7%), Asian (0.5%), and Native American (0.2%). About 2% identify as two or more races.