Iron County's 2026 population is estimated at 9,352, reflecting a -0.36% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Iron County is the 89th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 10,591 and has grown -11.7% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.8 years
Female: 45 years
Male: 44.4 years
There are 7,463 adults, (2,103 of whom are seniors) in Iron County.
Female: 4,760 (50.4%)
Male: 4,686 (49.6%)
The racial composition of Iron County includes 92.35% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,723 | 92.35% |
| Two or more races | 458 | 4.85% |
| Asian | 126 | 1.33% |
| Other race | 56 | 0.59% |
| Black or African American | 48 | 0.51% |
| Native American | 26 | 0.28% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 9 | 0.1% |
Iron County 's average per capita income is $36,444. Household income levels show a median of $48,850. The poverty rate stands at 19.27%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $86,449 | - |
| Families | $74,798 | $82,378 |
| Households | $48,850 | $66,951 |
| Non Families | $23,148 | $36,222 |
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