Irvington, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Irvington, Iowa had a total population of 34, the 974th largest community in Iowa. The poverty rate is 17.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Irvington Quick Facts
How Irvington 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 | 81 | 34 | -58.0% |
How Irvington Compares
Median Household Income
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Employment
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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+)
Irvington Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Kossuth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algona | 5,377 | $56,040 | 6.9% | $160,800 |
| West Bend | 855 | $86,154 | 7.4% | $159,700 |
| Bancroft | 626 | $60,000 | 10.2% | $120,700 |
| Swea City | 591 | $47,656 | 27.0% | $56,400 |
| Whittemore | 569 | $78,702 | 4.2% | $100,500 |
| Burt | 511 | $66,750 | 18.8% | $75,000 |
| Titonka | 452 | $72,250 | 8.2% | $65,800 |
| Wesley | 360 | $68,125 | 10.8% | $95,000 |
| Lu Verne | 318 | $51,250 | 24.2% | $61,700 |
| Fenton | 290 | $55,417 | 6.6% | $55,000 |
Cities Similar to Irvington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galt | 34 | N/A | $45,000 | 17.4% | 0.0% |
| Otranto | 34 | N/A | N/A | 23.5% | 26.5% |
| Conway | 35 | $21,771 | $23,300 | 0.0% | 8.6% |
| Grant | 35 | $68,125 | $40,000 | 10.0% | 14.3% |
| Blanchard | 33 | $56,250 | $60,000 | 6.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 34, Irvington's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Irvington is a small community located in Iowa, within Kossuth County. The total population is 34. It ranks as the 974th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Irvington is 76.3 years. This is 98% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 58.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 59% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Irvington, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Irvington was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Irvington, 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 Irvington, Iowa?
Irvington, Iowa has a population of 34 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Irvington, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Irvington — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Irvington, IA?
The poverty rate in Irvington is 17.6%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Irvington, Iowa?
Irvington's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Irvington, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Irvington — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Irvington, Iowa?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Irvington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.