Davis County, Iowa Demographics 2026
Davis County, Iowa has a population of 9,157, the 81st most populous county in Iowa. The median household income is $77,194 and the median home value is $161,900. The poverty rate is 7.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Davis County Quick Facts
How Davis County 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 | 9,127 | 9,157 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $79,505 | $77,194 | -2.9% |
| Median home value | $146,000 | $161,900 | +10.9% |
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+)
Cities & Places in Davis County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomfield | 2,742 | $60,769 | 6.9% | $132,000 |
| Pulaski | 403 | $73,438 | 11.7% | $102,600 |
| Drakesville | 149 | $81,250 | 5.4% | $114,300 |
| Floris | 128 | N/A | 6.3% | $53,300 |
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Population Overview
Davis County is located in Iowa with a total population of 9,157. It is the 81st most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 4 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Davis County is 36.3 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 29.9% of the population under 18, Davis County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Davis County is $77,194. This is 3% higher than the state median of $75,059. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $161,900. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Davis County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Davis County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 7.3%. The Asian population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
17.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 46% 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 80.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Davis County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Iowa and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Davis County, Iowa?
Davis County has a population of 9,157, making it the 81st most populous county in Iowa.
What is the median income in Davis County?
The median household income in Davis County is $77,194 with a poverty rate of 7.2%.
How many cities are in Davis County, Iowa?
Davis County contains 4 Census-designated places.