Kossuth County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Kossuth County is located in Iowa with a total population of 14,610. It is the 53rd most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Kossuth County is 45.0 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 11.9% 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 Kossuth County is $65,656. This is 10% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $135,100. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Kossuth County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Kossuth County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 94.7%.