County · Iowa
Floyd County, Iowa
Floyd County, Iowa. Floyd County had 14,901 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 4.7% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. It holds 10 places (9 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 5 census tracts. GEOID 19067.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
14,901
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 15,627 · ACS 2020-2024: 15,328
Median household income
$68,557
±$5,257 (90% margin)
Iowa: $75,059
Median home value
$143,500
±$9,861 (90% margin)
Iowa: $208,000
Median gross rent
$745
±$56 (90% margin)
Iowa: $972
How many people live in Floyd County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 15,627 residents in Floyd County. The Census Bureau estimates 14,901 for July 1, 2025, down 4.7% since 2020, while Iowa grew 1.5%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 15,328 over 501 square miles of land.
| Measure | Floyd County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 15,328 | 3,210,507 | −458 |
| Households | 6,503±222 | 1,315,707 | −400 |
| Average household size | 2.32±0.08 | 2.36 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 7,306±47 | 1,437,699 | −274 |
Floyd County's population since 2000
From 16,900 in 2000 to 14,901 in 2025: down 11.8%. 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 Floyd County?
Floyd County holds 10 places: 9 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Charles City with 7,013 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Charles City | 7,396 | $59,180 |
|---|---|---|
| Nora Springs | 1,369 | $78,594 |
| Rockford | 758 | $65,428 |
| Rudd | 358 | $75,833 |
| Floyd | 313 | $63,393 |
| Marble RockGEOID 1949305 | 271 | $65,625 |
| ColwellGEOID 1915465 | 55 | not published |
| RosevilleGEOID 1968800 | 39 | not published |
| Nashua | 1,551 | $66,597 |
| Greene | 990 | $56,335 |
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 Floyd County?
The median resident of Floyd County is 43.5 years old; 22.7% are under 18 and 23.0% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 88.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 4.4%. 2.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Floyd County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.5±0.8 | 38.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 22.7%±0.2 pts | 22.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.0%±0.5 pts | 18.1% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.9% | 7.3% | +0.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 88.7%±1.3 pts | 82.3% | −2.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 3.8% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.6%±0.2 pts | 2.5% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.4%±1.4 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.4%±0.5 pts | 5.9% | −0.9 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 3.4%±0.7 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 9.4%±1.5 pts | 6.5% | – |
| With a disability | 16.5%±1.9 pts | 12.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 3.6%±1.1 pts | 5.0% | −4.9 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 95.0%±1.3 pts | 93.3% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 18.3%±2.6 pts | 31.4% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 4.8%±1.9 pts | 10.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.3%±0.9 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 Floyd County earn?
Half of Floyd County's 6,503 households earn less than $68,557 a year (±$5,257), against $75,059 in Iowa. In 2015-2019 the median was $62,034 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $6,523 after inflation. 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Floyd County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $68,557±$5,257 | $75,059 | +$6,523 |
| Mean household income | $85,469±$5,738 | $98,187 | – |
| Per capita income | $36,197±$2,131 | $40,877 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 11.6%±2.7 pts | 11.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 16.6%±6.3 pts | 12.9% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 8.3%±2.0 pts | 8.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 83.4%±3.0 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 Floyd County?
Owners occupy 76.6% of Floyd County's occupied homes and renters 23.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $143,500 by its owner (±$9,861). The median renter pays $745 a month including utilities, and 34.3% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Floyd County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $143,500±$9,861 | $208,000 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $745±$56 | $972 | +$82 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 34.3%±10.7 pts | 35.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,287±$58 | $1,533 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 76.6%±3.5 pts | 71.7% | +5.4 pts |
| Housing units | 7,306±47 | 1,437,699 | −274 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.1%±1.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.5%±2.4 pts | 5.7% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 84.7%±2.7 pts | 72.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 1.3%±0.6 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.3%±1.2 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 34.8%±3.9 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 Floyd County building?
Builders took permits for 77 new housing units across Floyd County in 2025 (37 single-family), 5.2 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 Floyd County get to work?
80.6% of Floyd County's workers drive alone and 7.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 18.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.3%.
| Measure | Floyd County | Iowa | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.0%±2.0 pts | 66.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.3%±1.5 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 80.6%±3.4 pts | 76.0% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.8%±2.5 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Walked | 1.9%±1.0 pts | 2.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.9%±2.2 pts | 11.3% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 18.9 min±1.5 | 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 Floyd County's census tracts?
Floyd County is divided into 5 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $48,432 (Tract 4804) to $92,917 (Tract 4802).
| Tract 480119067480100 | 2,439±252 | $73,750 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 480219067480200 | 2,724±214 | $92,917 |
| Tract 480319067480300 | 2,422±186 | $77,692 |
| Tract 480419067480400 | 3,096±254 | $48,432 |
| Tract 480519067480500 | 4,647±325 | $70,168 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Floyd County compare with Iowa's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 49th of 99 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 98th of 99 |
| Residents per square mile | 38th of 99 |
| Median household income | 60th of 99 |
| Median home value | 70th of 99 |
| Median gross rent | 77th of 99 |
| Poverty rate | 36th of 99 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 88th of 99 |
| Median age | 28th 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 Floyd 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.