County · Iowa
Crawford County, Iowa
Crawford County, Iowa. Crawford County had 16,237 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.7% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. It holds 14 places (14 cities, villages and boroughs) and 6 census tracts. GEOID 19047.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
16,237
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 16,525 · ACS 2020-2024: 16,277
Median household income
$67,027
±$6,034 (90% margin)
Iowa: $75,059
Median home value
$153,700
±$12,624 (90% margin)
Iowa: $208,000
Median gross rent
$743
±$63 (90% margin)
Iowa: $972
How many people live in Crawford County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 16,525 residents in Crawford County. The Census Bureau estimates 16,237 for July 1, 2025, down 1.7% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 16,277 over 714 square miles of land.
| Measure | Crawford County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 16,277 | 3,210,507 | −757 |
| Households | 6,331±174 | 1,315,707 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.50±0.07 | 2.36 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 6,869±49 | 1,437,699 | −196 |
Crawford County's population since 2000
From 16,942 in 2000 to 16,237 in 2025: down 4.2%. 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 Crawford County?
Crawford County holds 14 places: 14 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Denison with 8,214 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Denison | 8,373 | $65,684 |
|---|---|---|
| Schleswig | 830 | $73,315 |
| Manilla | 775 | $65,156 |
| Charter Oak | 535 | $53,042 |
| Dow City | 485 | $48,421 |
| Vail | 396 | $70,625 |
| Westside | 285 | $83,558 |
| Kiron | 267 | $48,750 |
| DeloitGEOID 1919765 | 250 | $40,625 |
| RickettsGEOID 1966855 | 109 | not published |
| ArionGEOID 1902755 | 97 | $63,125 |
| Buck GroveGEOID 1909145 | 34 | $70,417 |
| AspinwallGEOID 1903340 | 33 | $61,250 |
| Dunlap | 1,038 | $49,375 |
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 Crawford County?
The median resident of Crawford County is 37.9 years old; 25.5% are under 18 and 18.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 62.1%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 30.8%. 17.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Crawford County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37.9±2.5 | 38.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 25.5%±0.1 pts | 22.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.0%±0.4 pts | 18.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 30.8% | 7.3% | +2.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 62.1%±0.2 pts | 82.3% | −3.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.7 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 2.2%±0.4 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 | 3.9%±0.8 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 17.5%±2.3 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 27.0%±1.8 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.7%±1.3 pts | 6.5% | – |
| With a disability | 17.2%±2.3 pts | 12.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 8.8%±2.3 pts | 5.0% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 83.6%±2.3 pts | 93.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 17.7%±2.3 pts | 31.4% | +3.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.2%±1.3 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.1%±1.9 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 Crawford County earn?
Half of Crawford County's 6,331 households earn less than $67,027 a year (±$6,034), against $75,059 in Iowa. In 2015-2019 it was $68,617 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Crawford County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $67,027±$6,034 | $75,059 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $86,726±$6,663 | $98,187 | – |
| Per capita income | $34,517±$2,346 | $40,877 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 14.8%±2.9 pts | 11.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.1%±6.8 pts | 12.9% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.5%±3.3 pts | 8.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 87.1%±2.6 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 Crawford County?
Owners occupy 76.0% of Crawford County's occupied homes and renters 24.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $153,700 by its owner (±$12,624). The median renter pays $743 a month including utilities, and 28.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Crawford County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $153,700±$12,624 | $208,000 | +$38,753 |
| Median gross rent | $743±$63 | $972 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 28.5%±8.3 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,275±$99 | $1,533 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 76.0%±3.2 pts | 71.7% | +6.9 pts |
| Housing units | 6,869±49 | 1,437,699 | −196 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±0.9 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.8 pts | 5.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 78.1%±3.5 pts | 72.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.2%±1.9 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.3%±1.2 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 30.9%±3.2 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 Crawford County building?
Builders took permits for 19 new housing units across Crawford County in 2025 (16 single-family), 1.2 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 Crawford County get to work?
76.7% of Crawford County's workers drive alone and 6.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 17.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.8%.
| Measure | Crawford County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 66.3%±2.4 pts | 66.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8%±1.8 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.7%±4.2 pts | 76.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 11.2%±3.3 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.8%±1.3 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Walked | 3.0%±1.7 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 6.4%±1.8 pts | 11.3% | +2.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 17.2 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 Crawford County's census tracts?
Crawford County is divided into 6 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $61,597 (Tract 703) to $90,417 (Tract 705).
| Tract 70119047070100 | 1,784±207 | $68,158 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 70219047070200 | 1,910±177 | $74,855 |
| Tract 70319047070300 | 2,114±228 | $61,597 |
| Tract 704.0119047070401 | 3,022±525 | $66,827 |
| Tract 704.0219047070402 | 5,684±510 | $65,399 |
| Tract 70519047070500 | 1,763±198 | $90,417 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Crawford County compare with Iowa's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 47th of 99 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 63rd of 99 |
| Residents per square mile | 62nd of 99 |
| Median household income | 73rd of 99 |
| Median home value | 62nd of 99 |
| Median gross rent | 79th of 99 |
| Poverty rate | 12th of 99 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 89th of 99 |
| Median age | 88th 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
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Crawford County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.