Waukon, Iowa, is a small town with a population of 5,901 as of the last census. It has an average population density of 36 people per square mile, making it much less populated than the rest of the United States, which has a population density of 93 people per square mile. Waukon is home to many local businesses such as Valley Supply Co., Waukon Chamber & Visitors Bureau, and Krogman's Kwik Stop. Year-round outdoor activities enjoyed by locals include hiking trails at Yellow River State Forest, fishing at Horseshoe Lake, and golfing at the beautiful 9-hole golf course located in Waukon Country Club. Other popular organizations in Waukon include the Allamakee County Fairgrounds and Allamakee County Historical Society. Sports teams from local schools compete against each other in various sporting events throughout the year.
The population in Waukon (zip 52172) is 5,901. There are 37 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Waukon (zip 52172) is 41.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Waukon (zip 52172) is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Waukon (zip 52172)
- 50.3% are married
- 8.0% are divorced
- 32.4% are married with children
- 5.5% have children, but are single
Race in Waukon (zip 52172)
- 98.2% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander