Little Sioux, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Little Sioux, Iowa had a total population of 129, the 807th largest city in Iowa. The poverty rate is 25.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.
Little Sioux Quick Facts
How Little Sioux 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 | 122 | 129 | +5.7% |
| Median home value | $37,100 | $39,400 | +6.2% |
How Little Sioux 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+)
Little Sioux Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Harrison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Valley | 2,666 | $71,818 | 9.7% | $148,500 |
| Woodbine | 1,471 | $50,804 | 12.6% | $168,900 |
| Logan | 1,392 | $84,833 | 4.6% | $154,000 |
| Mondamin | 403 | $75,000 | 12.9% | $102,700 |
| Persia | 294 | $72,000 | 12.4% | $121,900 |
| Pisgah | 255 | $66,250 | 6.3% | $68,000 |
| Modale | 181 | $49,375 | 11.1% | $83,000 |
| Magnolia | 180 | $78,393 | 1.1% | $107,100 |
| California Junction | 169 | $172,650 | 0.0% | $123,500 |
| River Sioux | 7 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Little Sioux
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millersburg | 129 | $79,688 | $106,500 | 32.7% | 7.0% |
| Archer | 130 | $71,875 | N/A | 34.2% | 2.3% |
| Westwood | 130 | $110,833 | $290,000 | 43.0% | 0.0% |
| Clare | 128 | $80,417 | $72,500 | 6.6% | 1.6% |
| Floris | 128 | N/A | $53,300 | 13.0% | 6.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 129, Little Sioux'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
Little Sioux is a small community located in Iowa, within Harrison County. The total population is 129. It ranks as the 807th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Little Sioux is 58.1 years. This is 51% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.6%. This is 131% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $39,400. Housing costs are 81% lower than the state median of $208,000. 89.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Little Sioux has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.
Education
12.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 85.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Little Sioux, 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 Little Sioux, Iowa?
Little Sioux, Iowa has a population of 129 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Little Sioux, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Little Sioux — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Little Sioux, IA?
The poverty rate in Little Sioux is 25.6%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Little Sioux, Iowa?
Little Sioux's population is 89.1% White, 0.0% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Little Sioux, IA?
The median home value in Little Sioux is $39,400.
How educated is Little Sioux, Iowa?
12.4% of adults (25+) in Little Sioux hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.