Independence is a city in Iowa state in USA with a population of 6085 residents.. The poverty rate of Independence is 8.2%, which is 41% lower than national average. The typical household in Independence earns $58631 a year, compared to the national median of $67,500. Nearly 45.5% of households earn less than $50,000 a year compared to 39% national rate.

A high school education is a basic prerequisite for most jobs, and in Independence, only 96% of adults have a high school diploma, compared to the 87.7% of adults nationwide. The unemployment rate of Independence remained 2.1%, which is 55% lower than national rate. Higher educational attainment can lead to improved job security and reduce the likelihood of financial insecurity. In Independence, only 25% of adults have a bachelor's degree and 33% have some college but no degree.

Cost of living in Independence is 81, which is 19% lower than national average. Median home value in Independence is $129900 , which is 43% lower than national average. While median income in Independence remained $58631, which is 13% lower than national average.