Blue Grass, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blue Grass, Iowa had a total population of 1,972, the 168th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $92,981, which is 24% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Blue Grass Quick Facts
How Blue Grass 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 | 1,867 | 1,972 | +5.6% |
| Median household income | $87,083 | $92,981 | +6.8% |
| Median home value | $202,400 | $222,500 | +9.9% |
How Blue Grass 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Blue Grass 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 |
| 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 |
| Long Grove | 793 | $125,329 | 4.0% | $320,600 |
Cities Similar to Blue Grass
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farley | 1,889 | $97,143 | $266,000 | 23.6% | 3.5% |
| Durant | 1,946 | $81,625 | $194,300 | 29.3% | 7.8% |
| Remsen | 1,823 | $91,477 | $185,900 | 11.1% | 2.9% |
| Epworth | 1,894 | $84,271 | $239,900 | 29.6% | 5.2% |
| Granger | 1,979 | $112,404 | $329,400 | 39.6% | 3.4% |
Population Overview
Blue Grass is a small community located in Iowa, within Scott County. The total population is 1,972. It ranks as the 168th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blue Grass is 48.3 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blue Grass is $92,981. This is 24% higher than the state median of $75,059. It is also 15% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.0%. This is 68% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $222,500. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Blue Grass is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Blue Grass is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.1%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
27.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% lower 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 96.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blue Grass, 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 Blue Grass, Iowa?
Blue Grass, Iowa has a population of 1,972 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blue Grass, IA?
The median household income in Blue Grass is $92,981, which is 15% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blue Grass, IA?
The poverty rate in Blue Grass is 6.4%. This means approximately 126 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blue Grass, Iowa?
Blue Grass's population is 84.8% White, 0.2% Black, 10.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blue Grass, IA?
The median home value in Blue Grass is $222,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Blue Grass, Iowa?
27.8% of adults (25+) in Blue Grass hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.