Owasa, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Owasa, Iowa had a total population of 25, the 995th largest city in Iowa. The poverty rate is 4.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.0% — among the lowest in Iowa.
Owasa Quick Facts
How Owasa 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 | 17 | 25 | +47.1% |
How Owasa 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+)
Owasa Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Hardin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Falls | 5,038 | $50,417 | 10.7% | $123,800 |
| Eldora | 2,617 | $77,188 | 12.0% | $133,000 |
| Ackley | 1,482 | $62,583 | 7.5% | $103,900 |
| Alden | 833 | $64,500 | 17.5% | $107,900 |
| Hubbard | 773 | $68,750 | 5.6% | $106,100 |
| Radcliffe | 657 | $69,286 | 7.9% | $118,300 |
| Union | 378 | $55,625 | 6.6% | $74,600 |
| Steamboat Rock | 312 | $47,188 | 6.1% | $105,800 |
| New Providence | 173 | $86,667 | 7.6% | $82,500 |
| Whitten | 164 | $92,813 | 2.4% | $90,000 |
Cities Similar to Owasa
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miller | 25 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| St. Benedict | 25 | $128,438 | $63,300 | 36.4% | 0.0% |
| Augusta | 26 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Jackson Junction | 26 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Rodman | 26 | $58,750 | N/A | 8.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 25, Owasa'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
Owasa is a small community located in Iowa, within Hardin County. The total population is 25. It ranks as the 995th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Owasa is 67.5 years. This is 75% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 4.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 4.0%. This is 64% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Owasa, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Owasa was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Owasa, 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 Owasa, Iowa?
Owasa, Iowa has a population of 25 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Owasa, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Owasa — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Owasa, IA?
The poverty rate in Owasa is 4.0%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Owasa, Iowa?
Owasa's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Owasa, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Owasa — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Owasa, Iowa?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Owasa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.