County · Iowa
Allamakee County, Iowa
Allamakee County, Iowa. Allamakee County had 14,238 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.3% since 2020, in line with Iowa (+1.5%). It holds 6 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs) and 5 census tracts. GEOID 19005.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
14,238
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 14,061 · ACS 2020-2024: 14,092
Median household income
$70,694
±$3,984 (90% margin)
Iowa: $75,059
Median home value
$172,300
±$11,049 (90% margin)
Iowa: $208,000
Median gross rent
$796
±$116 (90% margin)
Iowa: $972
How many people live in Allamakee County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 14,061 residents in Allamakee County. The Census Bureau estimates 14,238 for July 1, 2025, up 1.3% since 2020, in line with Iowa (+1.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 14,092 over 639 square miles of land.
| Measure | Allamakee County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 14,092 | 3,210,507 | +279 |
| Households | 5,950±196 | 1,315,707 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.32±0.08 | 2.36 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 7,761±47 | 1,437,699 | no clear change |
Allamakee County's population since 2000
From 14,675 in 2000 to 14,238 in 2025: down 3.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Allamakee County?
Allamakee County holds 6 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Waukon with 3,849 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Waukon | 3,827 | $60,269 |
|---|---|---|
| Postville | 2,503 | $49,485 |
| Lansing | 968 | $65,625 |
| New Albin | 432 | $61,953 |
| Harpers Ferry | 262 | $44,107 |
| WatervilleGEOID 1982470 | 109 | $44,750 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Allamakee County?
The median resident of Allamakee County is 43.1 years old; 24.5% are under 18 and 23.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 86.5%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 9.1%. 7.2% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Allamakee County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.1±0.7 | 38.6 | −1.3 |
| Under 18 years | 24.5%±0.5 pts | 22.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.1%±0.2 pts | 18.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 9.1% | 7.3% | +2.5 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 86.5%±0.8 pts | 82.3% | −4.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.8%±0.3 pts | 3.8% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 2.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.0%±0.9 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 7.2%±1.2 pts | 5.9% | +1.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 12.7%±1.7 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.3%±1.2 pts | 6.5% | – |
| With a disability | 12.4%±1.5 pts | 12.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 7.0%±1.9 pts | 5.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.6%±1.4 pts | 93.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 22.2%±2.3 pts | 31.4% | +4.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 6.7%±1.4 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.8%±0.6 pts | 2.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Allamakee County earn?
Half of Allamakee County's 5,950 households earn less than $70,694 a year (±$3,984), against $75,059 in Iowa. In 2015-2019 the median was $64,262 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,432 after inflation. 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Allamakee County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $70,694±$3,984 | $75,059 | +$6,432 |
| Mean household income | $88,120±$6,010 | $98,187 | – |
| Per capita income | $35,863±$2,192 | $40,877 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 10.1%±2.0 pts | 11.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 13.5%±5.1 pts | 12.9% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 8.3%±2.3 pts | 8.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 86.0%±2.3 pts | 88.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Allamakee County?
Owners occupy 79.6% of Allamakee County's occupied homes and renters 20.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $172,300 by its owner (±$11,049). The median renter pays $796 a month including utilities, and 29.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Allamakee County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $172,300±$11,049 | $208,000 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $796±$116 | $972 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 29.7%±9.7 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,383±$92 | $1,533 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 79.6%±3.5 pts | 71.7% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 7,761±47 | 1,437,699 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.3%±1.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.0%±5.5 pts | 5.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 74.8%±2.8 pts | 72.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 13.8%±2.1 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.6%±0.5 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 28.4%±2.7 pts | 23.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Allamakee County building?
Builders took permits for 98 new housing units across Allamakee County in 2025 (50 single-family), 6.9 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Allamakee County get to work?
74.7% of Allamakee County's workers drive alone and 7.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 2.5%.
| Measure | Allamakee County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 64.5%±2.4 pts | 66.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5%±1.0 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 74.7%±3.4 pts | 76.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.3%±2.7 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Walked | 7.3%±1.7 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.1%±1.9 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.2 min±1.6 | 19.8 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Allamakee County's census tracts?
Allamakee County is divided into 5 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $61,388 (Tract 9603) to $83,077 (Tract 9602).
| Tract 960119005960100 | 1,916±241 | $69,625 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 960219005960200 | 2,286±187 | $83,077 |
| Tract 960319005960300 | 4,166±271 | $61,388 |
| Tract 960419005960400 | 2,028±183 | $72,386 |
| Tract 960519005960500 | 3,696±307 | $71,094 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Allamakee County compare with Iowa's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 57th of 99 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 19th of 99 |
| Residents per square mile | 67th of 99 |
| Median household income | 54th of 99 |
| Median home value | 41st of 99 |
| Median gross rent | 58th of 99 |
| Poverty rate | 50th of 99 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 51st of 99 |
| Median age | 34th of 99 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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