Mitchell County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Mitchell County is located in Iowa with a total population of 10,548. It is the 71st most populous county out of 99 in Iowa.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mitchell County is 42.2 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mitchell County is $68,704. This is 6% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $164,100. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Mitchell County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Mitchell County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 30.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.9%.