McCausland, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McCausland, Iowa had a total population of 397, the 532nd largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $62,143, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
McCausland Quick Facts
How McCausland 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 | 346 | 397 | +14.7% |
| Median household income | $65,625 | $62,143 | -5.3% |
| Median home value | $167,300 | $187,500 | +12.1% |
How McCausland 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+)
McCausland Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Scott County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | 100,913 | $66,200 | 15.2% | $166,400 |
| Bettendorf | 39,647 | $100,495 | 6.7% | $306,500 |
| Eldridge | 6,818 | $106,316 | 1.4% | $350,500 |
| Le Claire | 4,735 | $104,844 | 6.8% | $318,700 |
| Park View | 2,437 | $113,409 | 2.8% | $276,000 |
| Blue Grass | 1,972 | $92,981 | 6.4% | $222,500 |
| Durant | 1,946 | $81,625 | 7.8% | $194,300 |
| Walcott | 1,725 | $78,580 | 6.6% | $190,300 |
| Buffalo | 1,097 | $69,728 | 18.8% | $122,100 |
| Princeton | 794 | $87,188 | 3.9% | $266,200 |
Cities Similar to McCausland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Albin | 399 | $61,953 | $134,600 | 11.4% | 3.5% |
| Salix | 402 | $62,500 | $161,400 | 13.1% | 1.8% |
| Massena | 383 | $61,827 | $101,000 | 25.2% | 14.4% |
| Bayard | 398 | $57,250 | $65,800 | 5.9% | 26.7% |
| Little Rock | 395 | $68,194 | $85,800 | 12.4% | 5.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 397, McCausland'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
McCausland is a small community located in Iowa, within Scott County. The total population is 397. It ranks as the 532nd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in McCausland is 41.1 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in McCausland is $62,143. This is 17% 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 16.4%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 58% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $187,500. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $208,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
McCausland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.8%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.
Education
18.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 95.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for McCausland, 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 McCausland, Iowa?
McCausland, Iowa has a population of 397 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in McCausland, IA?
The median household income in McCausland is $62,143, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in McCausland, IA?
The poverty rate in McCausland is 16.4%. This means approximately 65 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of McCausland, Iowa?
McCausland's population is 96.5% White, 0.3% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in McCausland, IA?
The median home value in McCausland is $187,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is McCausland, Iowa?
18.7% of adults (25+) in McCausland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.