Luther, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Luther, Iowa had a total population of 159, the 754th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $100,938, which is 34% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Iowa.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Luther Quick Facts
How Luther 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 | 130 | 159 | +22.3% |
| Median household income | $86,667 | $100,938 | +16.5% |
| Median home value | $183,000 | $191,700 | +4.8% |
How Luther 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+)
Luther Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Boone County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boone | 12,424 | $69,222 | 8.3% | $173,000 |
| Madrid | 2,808 | $89,844 | 6.3% | $185,600 |
| Ogden | 1,859 | $70,268 | 9.3% | $166,000 |
| Boxholm | 168 | $49,375 | 22.0% | $86,500 |
| Fraser | 148 | $69,063 | 4.7% | $147,500 |
| Pilot Mound | 132 | $58,750 | 4.5% | $75,000 |
| Beaver | 51 | $73,750 | 5.9% | $56,300 |
| Berkley | 5 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Luther
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harper | 155 | $100,417 | $99,200 | 17.9% | 7.7% |
| St. Lucas | 154 | $104,375 | $134,400 | 13.3% | 5.8% |
| Pacific Junction | 150 | N/A | $149,100 | 5.6% | 14.0% |
| Dolliver | 161 | $90,000 | $59,000 | 8.2% | 0.0% |
| Franklin | 148 | N/A | $111,300 | 11.7% | 1.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 159, Luther'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
Luther is a small community located in Iowa, within Boone County. The total population is 159. It ranks as the 754th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Luther is 43.8 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Luther is $100,938. This is 34% higher than the state median of $75,059. It is also 25% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Luther. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $191,700. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Luther is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Luther has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.1% of all residents.
Education
23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Luther, 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 Luther, Iowa?
Luther, Iowa has a population of 159 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Luther, IA?
The median household income in Luther is $100,938, which is 25% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Luther, IA?
The ACS sample for Luther recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Luther, Iowa?
Luther's population is 98.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Luther, IA?
The median home value in Luther is $191,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Luther, Iowa?
23.9% of adults (25+) in Luther hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.