Cresco city, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Cresco city, Iowa Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.7x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Cresco city, Iowa has a total population of 3,901, the 104th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $60,769, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.3%.

Cresco city Quick Facts

Population 3,901

Median Household Income $60,769

Median Home Value $105,200

Poverty Rate 11.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.3%

Median Age 39.5 years

Homeownership Rate 71.0%

Affordability Ratio 1.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.9%

High School Graduation Rate 95.1%

Diversity Index 15/100

Population 3,901 104th of 1,018

Median Income $60,769 average

Poverty Rate 11.3% 9% lower national

Median Home Value $105,200 average

How Cresco city Compares

Median Household Income

Cresco city

$60,769

$73,147

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Cresco city

$105,200

$195,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.4%

$25K-$50K 23.5%

$50K-$100K 41.6%

$100K+ 20.4%

Employment

0.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6% | National: 5.2%

64.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.0%

Renter 29.0%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.6%

18-34

18.7%

35-54

22.8%

55-74

26.9%

75+

9.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 30 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cresco city Rankings in Iowa

#104 Population of 1,018

#563 Median Income of 1,018

#388 Education of 1,018

#533 Home Value of 1,018

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Cities Similar to Cresco city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Waukon city	3,796	$56,250	$133,700	21.0%	11.8%
West Liberty city	3,795	$66,132	$169,500	15.3%	7.7%
Rock Valley city	4,061	$67,012	$225,800	21.4%	6.4%
Monticello city	4,055	$67,788	$160,500	19.4%	5.1%
Emmetsburg city	3,651	$57,353	$114,600	16.8%	17.3%

Population Overview

Cresco city is a small community located in Iowa. The total population is 3,901. It ranks as the 104th most populous out of 1,018 cities and towns in Iowa.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cresco city is 39.5 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Cresco city is $60,769. This is 17% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 0.3%. This is 93% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $105,200. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Cresco city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

Cresco city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower 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 95.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cresco city, Iowa is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,018 Census-designated places in Iowa. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Cresco city, Iowa?

Cresco city, Iowa has a population of 3,901 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Cresco city, IA?

The median household income in Cresco city is $60,769, which is 23% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Cresco city, IA?

The poverty rate in Cresco city is 11.3%. This means approximately 430 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cresco city, Iowa?

Cresco city's population is 91.8% White, 0.1% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Cresco city, IA?

The median home value in Cresco city is $105,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.

How educated is Cresco city, Iowa?

19.9% of adults (25+) in Cresco city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.