Lee County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Lee County is located in Iowa with a total population of 33,175. It is the 22nd most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lee County is 43.7 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lee County is $59,803. This is 18% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $123,600. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Lee County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Lee County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

21.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 32% 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 94.2%.