Glenwood, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Glenwood, Iowa had a total population of 5,144, the 84th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $71,790, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Glenwood Quick Facts
How Glenwood 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 | 5,118 | 5,144 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $69,320 | $71,790 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $193,800 | $206,200 | +6.4% |
How Glenwood 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+)
Glenwood Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Mills County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malvern | 1,323 | $84,223 | 6.6% | $174,700 |
| Tabor | 877 | $58,750 | 14.5% | $204,200 |
| Emerson | 570 | $49,063 | 15.1% | $119,500 |
| Silver City | 504 | $67,250 | 19.8% | $156,800 |
| Hastings | 164 | $84,375 | 9.2% | $90,700 |
| Pacific Junction | 150 | N/A | 14.0% | $149,100 |
| Henderson | 143 | $54,375 | 25.4% | $77,500 |
| Mineola | 110 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Glenwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinton | 4,948 | $66,495 | $152,300 | 28.6% | 12.6% |
| Cherokee | 5,154 | $61,750 | $136,700 | 24.6% | 18.5% |
| Winterset | 5,416 | $67,708 | $192,500 | 22.0% | 10.3% |
| Manchester | 5,191 | $61,191 | $139,400 | 25.3% | 11.4% |
| Humboldt | 4,771 | $74,500 | $173,600 | 25.0% | 15.9% |
Population Overview
Glenwood is a small city located in Iowa, within Mills County. The total population is 5,144. It ranks as the 84th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Glenwood is 39.6 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Glenwood is $71,790. This is 4% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 6% higher 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 $206,200. Housing costs are about the same as the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Glenwood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Glenwood has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.5%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.
Education
26.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% 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 98.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Glenwood, 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 Glenwood, Iowa?
Glenwood, Iowa has a population of 5,144 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Glenwood, IA?
The median household income in Glenwood is $71,790, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Glenwood, IA?
The poverty rate in Glenwood is 11.8%. This means approximately 593 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Glenwood, Iowa?
Glenwood's population is 90.6% White, 0.2% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Glenwood, IA?
The median home value in Glenwood is $206,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Glenwood, Iowa?
26.8% of adults (25+) in Glenwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.