Iowa State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in Iowa
Meet the key players in Iowa's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Iowa.
Kim ReynoldsGovernorRepublicanThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Paul PateSecretary of StateRepublicanOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Pat GrassleySpeaker of the HouseRepublicanLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Iowa Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Iowa sends 2 Senators and 4 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 3 seats are up for election in 2026.
Joni ErnstU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2020 with 50.9%Up in 2026
Chuck GrassleyU.S. SenateRepublicanWon 2016 with 60.1%
Mariannette Miller-MeeksU.S. House • Iowa U.S. House Iowa District 1Republican
Ashley HinsonU.S. House • Iowa U.S. House Iowa District 2RepublicanWon 2024 with 57.1%Up in 2026
Zach NunnU.S. House • Iowa U.S. House Iowa District 3Republican
Randy FeenstraU.S. House • Iowa U.S. House Iowa District 4RepublicanWon 2024 with 67.0%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for Iowa. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
3.2 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
38.6 years
On par with the national average
Median Household Income
$73,147
$5,391 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
30.9%
4.1% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 93.2%
Poverty Rate
11.0%
1.4% below national avg
Uninsured: 4.9%
Broadband Access
87.5% of households
2.2% below national avg
What is the total population of Iowa?
Iowa has 3.2 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Iowa?
The median age in Iowa is 38.6 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Iowa?
The median household income in Iowa is $73,147. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Iowa have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Iowa, 93.2% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 30.9% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Iowa?
In Iowa, the poverty rate is 11.0% and the uninsured rate is 4.9%.
How many households in Iowa have broadband?
In Iowa, broadband access is 87.5% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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Iowa Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Iowa (2020)?
Iowa has 3.2 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Iowa?
The median age in Iowa is 38.6 years.
What is the median household income in Iowa?
The median household income in Iowa is $73,147.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Iowa?
In Iowa, the poverty rate is 11.0% and the uninsured rate is 4.9%.
How many households in Iowa have broadband?
In Iowa, broadband access is 87.5% of households.