Hancock County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Hancock County is located in Iowa with a total population of 10,718. It is the 67th most populous county out of 99 in Iowa.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hancock County is 44.6 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hancock County is $70,212. This is 4% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $129,300. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Hancock County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hancock County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.8%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

21.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 91.6%.