Ringgold County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Ringgold County is located in Iowa with a total population of 4,664. It is the 98th most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ringgold County is 44.6 years. This is 16% 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 Ringgold County is $69,821. This is 5% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $150,300. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Ringgold County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

Ringgold County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 7.0%.

Education

25.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 93.4%.