Bremer County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Bremer County is located in Iowa with a total population of 25,118. It is the 26th most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bremer County is 38.6 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bremer County is $83,343. This is 14% higher than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 1% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $207,200. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Bremer County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Bremer County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

35.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bremer County in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.9%.