Pocahontas County, Iowa Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 91st-largest in Iowa
The population of Pocahontas County, Iowa is 7,040 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 91st-largest county in Iowa. The median household income is $63,423, the median home value is $93,300, and the median age is 43.9.
The population of Pocahontas County has declined 3.9% since 2010 (7,290 → 7,006), a -0.28% annualized rate.
7,040
Population
-0.28%
Annual growth
12
People / sq mi
$63,423
Median Income
$93,300
Median Home Value
Pocahontas County covers 577 sq mi of land at 12.2 people per square mile.
About Pocahontas County, IA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Pocahontas County: the median home is valued at $93,300. With 7,040 residents, Pocahontas County is a county in Iowa.
The typical household here earns about $63,423, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.9%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $93,300, with typical rent around $743.
18.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 6.7% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Pocahontas County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Pocahontas County had a population of 7,290 in 2010 and 7,006 in 2024, a -3.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 7,290 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.26%.
7,006
Population (2024)
7,290
Population (2010)
7,290
Peak (2010)
-0.26%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,290 |
| 2011 | 7,203 |
| 2012 | 7,143 |
| 2013 | 7,112 |
| 2014 | 7,099 |
| 2015 | 6,970 |
| 2016 | 6,845 |
| 2017 | 6,830 |
| 2018 | 6,709 |
| 2019 | 6,632 |
| 2020 | 7,068 |
| 2021 | 7,043 |
| 2022 | 7,090 |
| 2023 | 7,024 |
| 2024 | 7,006 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.9
Median Age
50.1%
Female
49.9%
Male
23.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.5% · Seniors (65+): 23.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $63,423$-9,724 vs state |
| Mean household income | $80,616 |
| Per-capita income | $35,956 |
| Poverty rate | 4.9%-2.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Pocahontas County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.0%
Drive alone
2.5%
Carpool
77.8%
Public transit
6.7%
Work from home
19.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$93,300$-102,600 vs state
Median home value
$743
Median rent
78.6%
Homeownership rate
3,658
Total housing units
84.3%
Occupied
15.7%
Vacant
21.4%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.9%
With health insurance
93.2%
With broadband internet
16.9%
Foreign-born
8.5%
Veterans (18+)
15.2%
With a disability
95.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.4%
High School+
18.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pocahontas County, Iowa has a population of 7,040 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 91st-largest county in Iowa. Population density is 12 people per square mile.
The population of Pocahontas County has declined 3.9% since 2010 (7,290 → 7,006), a -0.28% annualized rate.
The median household income in Pocahontas County, Iowa is $63,423, with mean (average) household income of $80,616 and per-capita income of $35,956. 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Pocahontas County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (91.7%), Black or African American (1.1%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Pocahontas County, Iowa is 43.9 years. Residents are 50.1% female and 49.9% male.
The median home value in Pocahontas County is $93,300 and median monthly rent is $743. 78.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 3,658 total housing units, 15.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Pocahontas County, Iowa is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.
Des Moines is among the largest cities associated with Pocahontas County, Iowa, with a population of 212,464.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.