State
County
Land Area (mi²)
3.2 sq mi
Density (mi²)
766.90/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-0.04% (-1)
Growth Since 2010
-3.79% (-96)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Belle Plaine, Iowa Population 2021
2,438
Belle Plaine is a city located in Benton County Iowa. With a 2020 population of 2,438, it is the 139th largest city in Iowa and the 6906th largest city in the United States . Belle Plaine is currently declining at a rate of -0.04% annually and its population has decreased by -3.79% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 2,534 in 2010. Belle Plaine reached it's highest population of in . Spanning over 3 miles, Belle Plaine has a population density of 767 people per square mile.
The average household income in Belle Plaine is $57,102 with a poverty rate of 9.89%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $535 per month, and the median house value is $82,800. The median age in Belle Plaine is 43.3 years, 38.9 years for males, and 45.5 years for females.
Belle Plaine Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Belle Plainewas:
- White: 95.20%
- Other race: 3.19%
- Two or more races: 1.61%
- Black or African American: 0.00%
- Native American: 0.00%
- Asian: 0.00%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
The current population of Belle Plaine, Iowa is 2,438 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 2,440.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 2,534.
Belle Plaine, Iowa Population 2021
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,358 | 95.20% |
| Some Other Race | 79 | 3.19% |
| Two or More Races | 40 | 1.61% |
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Belle Plaine Population by Race
Belle Plaine Population Pyramid $2021
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Belle Plaine Population by Age
Belle Plaine Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 1,079 | 2.25 | 75.8 |
| Married | 496 | 2.81 | 98.8 |
| Non Family | 410 | 1.19 | 58.3 |
| Female | 96 | 2.92 | 56.3 |
| Male | 77 | 3.45 | 45.5 |
2.8
Average Family Size
2.25
Average Household Size
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Belle Plaine Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 34 | 1.98% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 130 | 7.56% |
| High School Graduate | 684 | 39.77% |
| Some College | 401 | 23.31% |
| Associates Degree | 248 | 14.42% |
| Bachelors Degree | 183 | 10.64% |
| Graduate Degree | 40 | 2.33% |
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Belle Plaine Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Belle Plaine Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 1,661 | 1,500 | 205 |
| 2+ Races | 24 | 21 | 6 |
| Other Race | 21 | 21 | 12 |
| Hispanic | 14 | 14 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among other race people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among other race people with a rate of 57.14%.
Belle Plaine Educational Attainment by Race
Belle Plaine Earnings by Educational Attainment
Belle Plaine Language by Age
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Belle Plaine Language
98.04% of Belle Plaine residents speak only English, while 1.96% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 1.09% of the population.
Belle Plaine Language
Belle Plaine Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 2,276 | 219 | 9.62% |
| Multiple | 40 | 13 | 32.50% |
| Hispanic | 23 | 7 | 30.43% |
9.89%
Overall Poverty Rate
7.75%
Male Poverty Rate
12.15%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Belle Plaine
The race most likely to be in poverty in Belle Plaine is Multiple, with 32.50% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Belle Plaine is White, with 9.62% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 2.90%. Among those working part-time, it was 13.58%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 20.90%.
Belle Plaine Poverty
Belle Plaine Poverty Rate by Education
Belle Plaine Marital Status
Marriage Rates
49.6%
Overall Marriage Rate
53.5%
Male Marriage Rate
46.1%
Female Marriage Rate
Belle Plaine Married by Age and Sex
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Belle Plaine Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is 55-64, while the female age group most likely to be married is 45-54.
Belle Plaine Marital Status by Race
Belle Plaine Marital Status
Belle Plaine Veterans by War
Belle Plaine Veterans by Age
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 124 | 6.76% |
Belle Plaine Veterans by Race
Belle Plaine Veterans by Education
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7.26%
Veteran Poverty Rate
17.74%
Veteran Disability Rate
Belle Plaine Veterans by Education
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61.8%
Labor Force Participation
58.7%
Employment Rate
5%
Unemployment Rate
Belle Plaine Employment by Age
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Belle Plaine Employment by Race
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Belle Plaine Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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81.83%
Born in Belle Plaine
99.48%
Native Born
0.52%
Foreign Born
0.20%
Non Citizen
0.32%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
99.48% of Belle Plaine residents were born in the United States, with 81.83% having been born in Iowa. 0.20% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Europe.
Belle Plaine Place of Birth
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,438 | -1 | -0.04% |
| 2020 | 2,439 | -1 | -0.04% |
| 2019 | 2,440 | -1 | -0.04% |
| 2018 | 2,441 | -7 | -0.29% |
| 2017 | 2,448 | 3 | 0.12% |
| 2016 | 2,445 | -12 | -0.49% |
| 2015 | 2,457 | -13 | -0.53% |
| 2014 | 2,470 | -14 | -0.56% |
| 2013 | 2,484 | -28 | -1.11% |
| 2012 | 2,512 | -18 | -0.71% |
| 2011 | 2,530 | 1 | 0.04% |
| 2010 | 2,529 | -349 | -1.28% |
| 2000 | 2,878 | 44 | 0.15% |
| 1990 | 2,834 | -69 | -0.24% |
| 1980 | 2,903 | 93 | 0.33% |
| 1970 | 2,810 | -113 | -0.39% |
| 1960 | 2,923 | -133 | -0.44% |
| 1950 | 3,056 | -146 | -0.47% |
| 1940 | 3,202 | -37 | -0.11% |
| 1930 | 3,239 | -648 | -1.81% |
| 1920 | 3,887 | 766 | 2.22% |
| 1910 | 3,121 | -162 | -0.50% |
| 1900 | 3,283 | 660 | 2.27% |
| 1890 | 2,623 | 0.00% |