Massena, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Massena, Iowa had a total population of 383, the 544th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $61,827, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Massena Quick Facts
How Massena 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 | 410 | 383 | -6.6% |
| Median household income | $61,250 | $61,827 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $96,900 | $101,000 | +4.2% |
How Massena 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+)
Massena Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Cass County
Cities Similar to Massena
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bode | 379 | $59,531 | $75,700 | 18.7% | 9.8% |
| Casey | 381 | $58,438 | $96,600 | 18.1% | 27.6% |
| McCausland | 397 | $62,143 | $187,500 | 18.7% | 16.4% |
| New Albin | 399 | $61,953 | $134,600 | 11.4% | 3.5% |
| Farnhamville | 386 | $57,188 | $72,300 | 15.5% | 16.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 383, Massena'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
Massena is a small community located in Iowa, within Cass County. The total population is 383. It ranks as the 544th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Massena is 29.1 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 30.6% of the population under 18, Massena has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Massena is $61,827. This is 18% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 30% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 73% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $101,000. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Massena is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Massena has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.2%.
Education
25.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 96.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Massena, 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 Massena, Iowa?
Massena, Iowa has a population of 383 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Massena, IA?
The median household income in Massena is $61,827, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Massena, IA?
The poverty rate in Massena is 14.4%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Massena, Iowa?
Massena's population is 90.3% White, 0.0% Black, 4.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Massena, IA?
The median home value in Massena is $101,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Massena, Iowa?
25.2% of adults (25+) in Massena hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.