Lake View, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake View, Iowa had a total population of 967, the 294th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $68,618, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.6%.
Lake View Quick Facts
How Lake View 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 | 1,021 | 967 | -5.3% |
| Median household income | $66,118 | $68,618 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $154,800 | $175,600 | +13.4% |
How Lake View 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+)
Lake View Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Sac County
Cities Similar to Lake View
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanicsville | 964 | $70,000 | $161,400 | 16.9% | 19.1% |
| Anita | 957 | $66,307 | $134,400 | 15.0% | 16.1% |
| Woodward | 977 | $65,658 | $179,900 | 25.1% | 7.0% |
| Okoboji | 969 | $73,000 | $299,300 | 48.3% | 11.2% |
| Gladbrook | 992 | $70,125 | $125,200 | 20.0% | 14.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 967, Lake View'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
Lake View is a small community located in Iowa, within Sac County. The total population is 967. It ranks as the 294th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake View is 58.7 years. This is 52% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 11.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 22.3% 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 Lake View is $68,618. This is 9% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 0.6%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $175,600. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Lake View is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lake View has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.6% of all residents.
Education
27.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake View, 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 Lake View, Iowa?
Lake View, Iowa has a population of 967 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake View, IA?
The median household income in Lake View is $68,618, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake View, IA?
The poverty rate in Lake View is 8.8%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake View, Iowa?
Lake View's population is 97.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake View, IA?
The median home value in Lake View is $175,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Lake View, Iowa?
27.4% of adults (25+) in Lake View hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.