Webster County, Iowa Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Webster County is located in Iowa with a total population of 36,848. It is the 18th most populous county out of 99 in Iowa. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Webster County is 39.8 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Webster County is $68,054. This is 7% lower than the state median of $73,147. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $138,500. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $195,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Webster County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 71.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Webster County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 2.4%.

Education

20.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 92.3%.