Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

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Decorah, IA

Decorah, IA Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

7,535population

39.5median age

This community is a community of 7,535 with a median age of 39.5. The population is predominantly White (89.8%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (3.8%). Median household income is $64,366. 96.2% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 42.2% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 61.5%, with a median home value of $244,500.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

89.8%6,769

Hispanic/Latino

3.8%284

Two or More

3.6%273

Asian

1.3%98

Black

1.1%81

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.4%30

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.5%71

High School Diploma

24.2%1,166

Some College (<1 yr)

5.2%250

Some College (1+ yr)

10.4%501

Associate's Degree

12.8%619

Bachelor's Degree

25.6%1,234

Master's Degree

11.8%568

Professional Degree

0.9%43

Doctorate

4%192

HS or Higher

96.2%

BA or Higher

42.2%

Graduate+

16.6%

Housingi

$244,500median home value

$853median rent

61.5%homeownership

3,433total units

11.5%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 61.5%

Renter 38.5%

Home Values

Under $50K

0.5%9

$50K–$100K

2.5%47

$100K–$150K

10.7%200

$150K–$200K

15.2%285

$200K–$300K

39.5%739

$300K–$500K

23.1%431

$500K–$1M

8%150

$1M+

0.4%8

Rent Distribution

Under $500

175

$500–$750

238

$750–$1,000

388

$1,000–$1,250

185

$1,250–$1,500

118

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

0.2%8

2010–2019

4.7%163

2000–2009

9.8%335

1990–1999

5.6%191

1980–1989

9.3%318

1970–1979

15.3%524

1960–1969

9.2%317

1950–1959

7.3%252

1940–1949

5.6%192

1939 or earlier

33%1,133

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

74.3%2,256

Electricity

23.1%703

Bottled/LP Gas

2%61

Other

0.3%10

Fuel Oil

0.3%8

Household Economyi

$64,366median household income

$35,743per capita income

6.3%poverty rate

4%unemployment

4,250labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

4.1%126

$10K–$15K

1.8%56

$15K–$20K

4.3%130

$20K–$25K

5.4%164

$25K–$30K

4.2%127

$30K–$35K

5.1%155

$35K–$40K

4.2%129

$40K–$45K

4.8%146

$45K–$50K

4.4%135

$50K–$60K

7%212

$60K–$75K

12%366

$75K–$100K

15.5%470

$100K–$125K

11%333

$125K–$150K

5.4%164

$150K–$200K

5.4%165

$200K+

5.3%160

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

105

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$362/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

7 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers60 homes90% occupied$331/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 846 homes61% occupied$403/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $64,366/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $19K/yr

77.2%

Very low income$19K–$32K/yr

22.8%

Who Receives This Housing

68.5% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

3.4% of subsidized households are minority

42.1% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

66.3% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

4165.5%

By Region

Top Countries

Guatemala

112

Germany

Mexico

India

Philippines

China

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

4,001

Avg. Commutei

12.8 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

4,079

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

472(7.2% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

96.5%Insured

3.5%Uninsured