Orange City, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Orange City, Iowa had a total population of 6,426, the 63rd largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $82,122, which is 9% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 44.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Iowa.
Orange City Quick Facts
How Orange City 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 | 6,312 | 6,426 | +1.8% |
| Median household income | $81,667 | $82,122 | +0.6% |
| Median home value | $245,300 | $264,000 | +7.6% |
How Orange City 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+)
Orange City Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Sioux County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Center | 8,454 | $92,983 | 2.2% | $290,800 |
| Sheldon | 5,474 | $62,159 | 15.3% | $192,700 |
| Rock Valley | 4,059 | $76,250 | 9.3% | $231,200 |
| Hawarden | 2,658 | $74,167 | 7.2% | $136,300 |
| Hull | 2,317 | $72,344 | 5.5% | $225,700 |
| Alton | 1,459 | $98,036 | 2.6% | $218,900 |
| Hospers | 916 | $69,444 | 17.4% | $155,300 |
| Boyden | 757 | $88,125 | 10.4% | $177,700 |
| Ireton | 552 | $71,250 | 18.7% | $156,600 |
| Granville | 265 | $68,750 | 7.2% | $162,500 |
Cities Similar to Orange City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adel | 6,430 | $95,250 | $327,900 | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Independence | 6,164 | $73,806 | $165,300 | 24.7% | 7.6% |
| Nevada | 6,983 | $75,094 | $182,400 | 29.6% | 9.9% |
| Clear Lake | 7,607 | $79,415 | $259,500 | 30.5% | 8.3% |
| Eldridge | 6,818 | $106,316 | $350,500 | 54.4% | 1.4% |
Population Overview
Orange City is a small city located in Iowa, within Sioux County. The total population is 6,426. It ranks as the 63rd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Orange City is 29.8 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Orange City is $82,122. This is 9% higher than the state median of $75,059. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $264,000. Housing costs are 27% higher than the state median of $208,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 66.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Orange City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.4%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
44.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Orange City in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 41% higher 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 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Orange City, 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 Orange City, Iowa?
Orange City, Iowa has a population of 6,426 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Orange City, IA?
The median household income in Orange City is $82,122, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Orange City, IA?
The poverty rate in Orange City is 11.2%. This means approximately 625 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Orange City, Iowa?
Orange City's population is 85.5% White, 1.2% Black, 9.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Orange City, IA?
The median home value in Orange City is $264,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Orange City, Iowa?
44.2% of adults (25+) in Orange City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.