Dysart city, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Dysart city, Iowa Demographics
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As of 2026, Dysart city, Iowa has a total population of 1,575, the 203rd largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $62,308, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.

Dysart city Quick Facts

Population 1,575

Median Household Income $62,308

Median Home Value $156,500

Poverty Rate 11.1%

Unemployment Rate 5.3%

Median Age 39.3 years

Homeownership Rate 81.6%

Affordability Ratio 2.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 27.3%

High School Graduation Rate 96.8%

Diversity Index 15/100

Population 1,575 203rd of 1,018

Median Income $62,308 average

Poverty Rate 11.1% 11% lower national

Median Home Value $156,500 top 30%

How Dysart city Compares

Median Household Income

Dysart city

$62,308

$73,147

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Dysart city

$156,500

$195,900

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.5%

$25K-$50K 25.8%

$50K-$100K 32.3%

$100K+ 31.5%

Employment

5.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6% | National: 5.2%

64.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.6%

Renter 18.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.1%

18-34

17.9%

35-54

22.9%

55-74

25.3%

75+

6.9%

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+)

Dysart city Rankings in Iowa

#203 Population of 1,018

#531 Median Income of 1,018

#186 Education of 1,018

#263 Home Value of 1,018

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Cities Similar to Dysart city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Corning city	1,573	$60,446	$84,700	22.0%	11.4%
Ackley city	1,554	$61,667	$99,200	21.6%	10.8%
Holstein city	1,552	$61,625	$113,200	31.4%	14.6%
Stuart city	1,642	$62,500	$152,300	17.3%	17.2%
Nashua city	1,634	$63,750	$117,300	15.6%	6.5%

Population Overview

Dysart city is a small community located in Iowa. The total population is 1,575. It ranks as the 203rd most populous out of 1,018 cities and towns in Iowa.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dysart city is 39.3 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dysart city is $62,308. This is 15% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 45% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $156,500. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Dysart city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dysart city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 4.3%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.3% vs 2.4%).

Education

27.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% 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 96.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dysart 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 Dysart city, Iowa?

Dysart city, Iowa has a population of 1,575 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Dysart city is $62,308, which is 21% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Dysart city, IA?

The poverty rate in Dysart city is 11.1%. This means approximately 172 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dysart city, Iowa?

Dysart city's population is 92.1% White, 1.3% Black, 0.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.3% Asian.

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

The median home value in Dysart city is $156,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.

How educated is Dysart city, Iowa?

27.3% of adults (25+) in Dysart city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.