Rossie, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rossie, Iowa had a total population of 88, the 875th largest city in Iowa. The poverty rate is 8.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 2.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Rossie Quick Facts
How Rossie 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 | 91 | 88 | -3.3% |
How Rossie 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+)
Rossie Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer | 11,400 | $59,667 | 14.0% | $184,800 |
| Royal | 585 | $56,893 | 12.0% | $87,200 |
| Everly | 584 | $57,656 | 6.3% | $112,000 |
| Peterson | 298 | $73,333 | 4.4% | $93,500 |
| Fostoria | 181 | $81,250 | 0.0% | $161,800 |
| Dickens | 131 | $71,250 | 6.2% | $99,300 |
| Webb | 102 | $55,000 | 2.0% | $65,700 |
| Greenville | 62 | $44,531 | 0.0% | $90,500 |
| Gillett Grove | 40 | N/A | 2.5% | $61,000 |
Cities Similar to Rossie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dougherty | 88 | $45,500 | $50,000 | 19.6% | 8.0% |
| Sageville | 88 | $60,625 | $233,900 | 15.8% | 28.4% |
| Weldon | 88 | $51,875 | N/A | 14.5% | 5.7% |
| McIntire | 89 | N/A | $55,000 | 5.1% | 23.6% |
| Green Mountain | 87 | $36,696 | $75,000 | 9.2% | 13.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 88, Rossie'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
Rossie is a small community located in Iowa, within Clay County. The total population is 88. It ranks as the 875th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rossie is 50.6 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 8.0%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. 91.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Rossie has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%.
Education
2.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 91% 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 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rossie, 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 Rossie, Iowa?
Rossie, Iowa has a population of 88 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rossie, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rossie — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rossie, IA?
The poverty rate in Rossie is 8.0%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Rossie, Iowa?
Rossie's population is 93.2% White, 0.0% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rossie, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rossie — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rossie, Iowa?
2.9% of adults (25+) in Rossie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.