Appanoose County's 2026 population is estimated at 12,060, reflecting a -0.19% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Appanoose County is the 62nd largest county in Iowa. The 2010 population was 12,861 and has grown -6.23% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.5 years
Female: 46.1 years
Male: 41.8 years
There are 9,558 adults, (2,882 of whom are seniors) in Appanoose County.
Female: 6,060 (49.7%)
Male: 6,124 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Appanoose County includes 95.24% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,604 | 95.24% |
| Two or more races | 366 | 3% |
| Asian | 111 | 0.91% |
| Black or African American | 100 | 0.82% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.02% |
Appanoose County 's average per capita income is $42,970. Household income levels show a median of $54,934. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $76,641 | - |
| Families | $68,211 | $89,428 |
| Households | $54,934 | $71,730 |
| Non Families | $30,299 | $38,320 |
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