Bode, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bode, Iowa had a total population of 379, the 549th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $59,531, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
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 1.3x.
Bode Quick Facts
How Bode 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 | 388 | 379 | -2.3% |
| Median household income | $63,750 | $59,531 | -6.6% |
| Median home value | $69,300 | $75,700 | +9.2% |
How Bode 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+)
Bode Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Humboldt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humboldt | 4,771 | $74,500 | 15.9% | $173,600 |
| Dakota City | 752 | $60,417 | 6.3% | $119,800 |
| Gilmore City | 748 | $53,375 | 12.7% | $83,900 |
| Livermore | 416 | $66,250 | 19.0% | $71,500 |
| Thor | 257 | $57,305 | 31.5% | $101,800 |
| Renwick | 229 | $52,125 | 9.2% | $81,100 |
| Rutland | 120 | $85,625 | 0.8% | $50,000 |
| Bradgate | 104 | N/A | 13.5% | $43,100 |
| Ottosen | 31 | $41,667 | 22.6% | $50,000 |
| Hardy | 10 | N/A | 10.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bode
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casey | 381 | $58,438 | $96,600 | 18.1% | 27.6% |
| Massena | 383 | $61,827 | $101,000 | 25.2% | 14.4% |
| Union | 378 | $55,625 | $74,600 | 18.0% | 6.6% |
| Farnhamville | 386 | $57,188 | $72,300 | 15.5% | 16.2% |
| Lost Nation | 390 | $57,000 | $77,300 | 17.0% | 14.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 379, Bode'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
Bode is a small community located in Iowa, within Humboldt County. The total population is 379. It ranks as the 549th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bode is 38.2 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bode is $59,531. This is 21% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $75,700. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Bode is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bode is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (15.3% vs 7.3%).
Education
18.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 82.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bode, 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 Bode, Iowa?
Bode, Iowa has a population of 379 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bode, IA?
The median household income in Bode is $59,531, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bode, IA?
The poverty rate in Bode is 9.8%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bode, Iowa?
Bode's population is 76.0% White, 0.0% Black, 15.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bode, IA?
The median home value in Bode is $75,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Bode, Iowa?
18.7% of adults (25+) in Bode hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.