Howard County's 2026 population is estimated at 9,366, reflecting a 0.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Howard County is the 77th largest county in Iowa. The 2010 population was 9,569 and has grown -2.12% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.2 years
Female: 39.5 years
Male: 38.8 years
There are 7,004 adults, (1,932 of whom are seniors) in Howard County.
Female: 4,685 (49.6%)
Male: 4,760 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Howard County includes 93.17% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,800 | 93.17% |
| Two or more races | 338 | 3.58% |
| Other race | 174 | 1.84% |
| Black or African American | 79 | 0.84% |
| Asian | 31 | 0.33% |
| Native American | 23 | 0.24% |
Howard County 's average per capita income is $44,081. Household income levels show a median of $67,446. The poverty rate stands at 8.93%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,167 | - |
| Families | $82,208 | $103,789 |
| Households | $67,446 | $87,621 |
| Non Families | $40,938 | $46,359 |
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