Livermore, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Livermore, Iowa had a total population of 416, the 517th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $66,250, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Livermore Quick Facts
How Livermore 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 | 478 | 416 | -13.0% |
| Median household income | $62,273 | $66,250 | +6.4% |
| Median home value | $67,700 | $71,500 | +5.6% |
How Livermore 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+)
Livermore Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Humboldt County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humboldt | 4,771 | $74,500 | 15.9% | $173,600 |
| Dakota City | 752 | $60,417 | 6.3% | $119,800 |
| Gilmore City | 748 | $53,375 | 12.7% | $83,900 |
| Bode | 379 | $59,531 | 9.8% | $75,700 |
| Thor | 257 | $57,305 | 31.5% | $101,800 |
| Renwick | 229 | $52,125 | 9.2% | $81,100 |
| Rutland | 120 | $85,625 | 0.8% | $50,000 |
| Bradgate | 104 | N/A | 13.5% | $43,100 |
| Ottosen | 31 | $41,667 | 22.6% | $50,000 |
| Hardy | 10 | N/A | 10.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Livermore
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Okoboji | 418 | $66,250 | $593,800 | 43.2% | 3.6% |
| Calamus | 417 | $68,250 | $148,100 | 18.8% | 2.9% |
| Andrew | 423 | $66,343 | $121,300 | 13.0% | 15.6% |
| Clutier | 426 | $65,156 | $61,800 | 9.2% | 34.3% |
| Agency | 435 | $67,813 | $157,300 | 17.8% | 8.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 416, Livermore'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
Livermore is a small community located in Iowa, within Humboldt County. The total population is 416. It ranks as the 517th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Livermore is 32.8 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Livermore is $66,250. This is 12% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.0%. This is 72% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $71,500. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Livermore is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Livermore has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.4%.
Education
5.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 93.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Livermore, 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 Livermore, Iowa?
Livermore, Iowa has a population of 416 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Livermore, IA?
The median household income in Livermore is $66,250, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Livermore, IA?
The poverty rate in Livermore is 19.0%. This means approximately 78 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Livermore, Iowa?
Livermore's population is 88.5% White, 0.0% Black, 8.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Livermore, IA?
The median home value in Livermore is $71,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Livermore, Iowa?
5.7% of adults (25+) in Livermore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.