Sac City, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sac City, Iowa had a total population of 1,885, the 179th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $57,139, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.
Sac City Quick Facts
How Sac 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 | 1,782 | 1,885 | +5.8% |
| Median household income | $57,487 | $57,139 | -0.6% |
| Median home value | $106,400 | $136,000 | +27.8% |
How Sac 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+)
Sac City Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Sac County
Cities Similar to Sac City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfield | 1,894 | $56,607 | $137,700 | 28.1% | 14.3% |
| Leon | 1,899 | $54,231 | $99,800 | 13.9% | 10.7% |
| Sigourney | 1,954 | $57,813 | $136,800 | 22.8% | 14.8% |
| Guttenberg | 1,782 | $57,599 | $193,900 | 12.4% | 24.7% |
| Toledo | 1,966 | $53,333 | $118,400 | 20.2% | 22.2% |
Population Overview
Sac City is a small community located in Iowa, within Sac County. The total population is 1,885. It ranks as the 179th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sac City is 46.9 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 15.2% 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 Sac City is $57,139. This is 24% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.2%. This is 64% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 32% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $136,000. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Sac City is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sac City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.3%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 7.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 90.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sac 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 Sac City, Iowa?
Sac City, Iowa has a population of 1,885 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sac City, IA?
The median household income in Sac City is $57,139, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sac City, IA?
The poverty rate in Sac City is 18.2%. This means approximately 332 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sac City, Iowa?
Sac City's population is 93.2% White, 0.3% Black, 3.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sac City, IA?
The median home value in Sac City is $136,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Sac City, Iowa?
23.9% of adults (25+) in Sac City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.