Carroll, Iowa Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Carroll, Iowa is 10,261 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 41st-largest city in Iowa. The median household income is $59,323, the median home value is $184,100, and the median age is 43.0.
The population has declined 0.1% since 2010 (10,135 → 10,125).
10,261
Population
1707
People / sq mi
$59,323
Median Income
$184,100
Median Home Value
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Carroll covers 6.0 sq mi of land at 1707 people per square mile.
About Carroll, IA
Remote work is unusually rare in Carroll: 5.6% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 10,261 residents, Carroll is a city in Iowa. It ranks #41 among cities in Iowa by population.
The typical household earns $59,323, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.5%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $184,100, with typical rent around $718.
Roughly 25.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Just 5.6% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 11 minutes each way.
Carroll city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Carroll city had a population of 10,135 in 2010 and 10,125 in 2024, a -0.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,309 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.00%.
10,125
Population (2024)
10,135
Population (2010)
10,309
Peak (2020)
0.00%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,135 |
| 2011 | 10,152 |
| 2012 | 10,048 |
| 2013 | 10,004 |
| 2014 | 9,997 |
| 2015 | 9,962 |
| 2016 | 9,934 |
| 2017 | 9,903 |
| 2018 | 9,835 |
| 2019 | 9,833 |
| 2020 | 10,309 |
| 2021 | 10,294 |
| 2022 | 10,198 |
| 2023 | 10,169 |
| 2024 | 10,125 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$59,323
Median Household Income
$36,799
Per Capita Income
7.5%
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$184,100
Median Home Value
$718
Median Rent
66.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.0%
High School+
25.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
83.8%
Public Transit
5.6%
Work From Home
11.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.4%
Foreign Born
97.7%
Non-English at Home
6.1%
Veterans
16.5%
With Disability
98.1%
Health Insurance
91.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.4% |
| Manufacturing | 16.2% |
| Information | 10.7% |
| Retail Trade | 8.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 5.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Construction | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.4% |
| Public Administration | 2.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carroll, Iowa has a population of 10,261 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 41st-largest city in Iowa.
The median household income in Carroll, Iowa is $59,323, with 7.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Carroll, Iowa is $184,100, with median monthly rent at $718 and a homeownership rate of 66.8%.
The median age in Carroll, Iowa is 43.0 years. The population is 47.6% male and 52.4% female.
The population has declined 0.1% since 2010 (10,135 → 10,125).
Carroll city, IA Climate
Carroll city, IA has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F) and receives about 829 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.9°C
Avg Temp
829
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -8° / 18° | 20 mm |
| February | -4° / 24° | 20 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 57 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 83 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 110 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 119 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 104 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 97 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 93 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 63 mm |
| November | 2° / 36° | 38 mm |
| December | -5° / 23° | 25 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Carroll city, IA
The most comfortable months to visit Carroll city, IA are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -13°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.