Swedesburg, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Swedesburg, Iowa had a total population of 119, the 828th largest community in Iowa, with a median household income of $74,861, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 24.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 41.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Iowa.
Swedesburg Quick Facts
How Swedesburg 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 | 87 | 119 | +36.8% |
| Median household income | $72,083 | $74,861 | +3.9% |
How Swedesburg 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+)
Swedesburg Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Henry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant | 8,951 | $61,042 | 15.7% | $160,900 |
| New London | 2,338 | $77,560 | 8.4% | $139,600 |
| Wayland | 1,191 | $70,774 | 9.0% | $135,500 |
| Winfield | 1,007 | $49,063 | 9.8% | $100,000 |
| Salem | 349 | $51,250 | 18.1% | $85,700 |
| Westwood | 130 | $110,833 | 0.0% | $290,000 |
| Hillsboro | 120 | $53,125 | 15.0% | $55,000 |
| Mount Union | 111 | $50,500 | 10.8% | $96,100 |
| Rome | 79 | $39,000 | 20.3% | $65,000 |
| Trenton | 75 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Swedesburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Falls | 119 | $71,042 | $156,300 | 25.6% | 5.9% |
| Westphalia | 117 | $77,083 | $97,400 | 13.8% | 3.4% |
| Mitchell | 117 | $72,500 | $116,100 | 4.4% | 7.7% |
| Centralia | 117 | $77,500 | $223,100 | 28.4% | 0.0% |
| Andover | 124 | N/A | $118,800 | 11.7% | 35.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 119, Swedesburg'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
Swedesburg is a small community located in Iowa, within Henry County. The total population is 119. It ranks as the 828th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Swedesburg is 20.6 years. This is 47% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 45.4% of the population under 18, Swedesburg has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Swedesburg is $74,861. This is about the same as the state median of $75,059. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.4%. This is 120% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Swedesburg, 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 Swedesburg 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
41.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Swedesburg in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 33% higher 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 Swedesburg, 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 Swedesburg, Iowa?
Swedesburg, Iowa has a population of 119 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Swedesburg, IA?
The median household income in Swedesburg is $74,861, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Swedesburg, IA?
The poverty rate in Swedesburg is 24.4%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Swedesburg, Iowa?
Swedesburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Swedesburg, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Swedesburg — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Swedesburg, Iowa?
41.8% of adults (25+) in Swedesburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.