Argo, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Argo, Iowa had a total population of 28, the 988th largest community in Iowa. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 35.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Iowa.
Argo Quick Facts
How Argo Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11 | 28 | +154.5% |
How Argo Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Argo Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Scott County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | 100,913 | $66,200 | 15.2% | $166,400 |
| Bettendorf | 39,647 | $100,495 | 6.7% | $306,500 |
| Eldridge | 6,818 | $106,316 | 1.4% | $350,500 |
| Le Claire | 4,735 | $104,844 | 6.8% | $318,700 |
| Park View | 2,437 | $113,409 | 2.8% | $276,000 |
| Blue Grass | 1,972 | $92,981 | 6.4% | $222,500 |
| Durant | 1,946 | $81,625 | 7.8% | $194,300 |
| Walcott | 1,725 | $78,580 | 6.6% | $190,300 |
| Buffalo | 1,097 | $69,728 | 18.8% | $122,100 |
| Princeton | 794 | $87,188 | 3.9% | $266,200 |
Cities Similar to Argo
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dana | 28 | $81,250 | $32,500 | 4.8% | 7.1% |
| Ellston | 28 | $69,167 | N/A | 27.8% | 3.6% |
| Coppock | 29 | N/A | N/A | 16.7% | 17.2% |
| Portland | 29 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Varina | 29 | $50,625 | $55,000 | 4.0% | 3.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 28, Argo's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Argo is a small community located in Iowa, within Scott County. The total population is 28. It ranks as the 988th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Argo is 67.4 years. This is 75% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 32.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Argo. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Argo, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Argo is Asian, making up 64.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 35.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (35.7%) is well below the state average of 82.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (64.3% vs 2.5%).
Education
35.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Argo in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 35.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Argo, Iowa is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Argo, Iowa?
Argo, Iowa has a population of 28 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Argo, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Argo — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Argo, IA?
The ACS sample for Argo recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Argo, Iowa?
Argo's population is 35.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 64.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Argo, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Argo — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Argo, Iowa?
35.7% of adults (25+) in Argo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.