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Solon

It is located a few miles from Lake MacBride State Park and the larger cities of Coralville and Iowa City.
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Welcome to Solon

Solon is a city located in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. Part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area, it is located a few miles from Lake MacBride State Park and the larger cities of Coralville and Iowa City.
 
Solon was platted in 1840. It is named for the classical Athenian statesman, lawmaker, and lyric poet Solon. Ironically, the local high school’s mascot is the Spartans; Sparta was famously an enemy of Athens, Solon’s home. The National Register of Historic Places-listed Stone Academy is just north of town.

Overview for Solon, IA

7,443 people live in Solon, where the median age is 45.9 and the average individual income is $51,381. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,443

Total Population

45.9 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$51,381

Average individual Income

Around Solon, IA

There's plenty to do around Solon, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

30
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
41
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Zoetic Coffee, and Iowa Raptor Project.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.53 miles 11 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Active 3.62 miles 8 reviews 4.9/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Solon, IA

Solon has 2,805 households, with an average household size of 2.62. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Solon do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,443 people call Solon home. The population density is 87 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,443

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45.9

Median Age

45.79 / 54.21%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
2,805

Total Households

2.62

Average Household Size

$51,381

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Solon, IA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Solon. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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