Independence is a somewhat small city located in the state of Iowa. With a population of 6,179 people and two associated neighborhoods, Independence is the 67th largest community in Iowa.

The population of Independence overall has a level of education that is slightly above the US average for all US cities and towns of 21.84%. Of adults 25 and older in Independence, 24.05% have at least a bachelor's degree.

The per capita income in Independence in 2018 was $33,947, which is middle income relative to Iowa and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $135,788 for a family of four. However, Independence contains both very wealthy and poor people as well.

The people who call Independence home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of Independence residents report their race to be White, followed by Black or African-American. Important ancestries of people in Independence include German, Irish, English, Norwegian, and Dutch.

The most common language spoken in Independence is English. Other important languages spoken here include Spanish and Polish.