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Montgomery County, IA market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Montgomery County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 10,002
- −3.2% since 2020
- Households
- 4,585
- Median household income
- $63,666
- +23.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $121,400
- Jobs located here
- 3,930
- Highest market score
- 55
- Grocery and convenience stores, #965 of 2,402 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 10,002 people live in Montgomery County, in 4,585 households. Population estimates show Montgomery County declined 3.2% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median household income in Montgomery County is $63,666 a year, 21% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 23.2% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Montgomery County spend the most on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 114, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on child care and other personal services (57).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Montgomery County are for grocery and convenience stores (55), medical and dental practices (54) and restaurants and cafes (38). Montgomery County ranks #965 of 2,402 scored counties for grocery and convenience stores.
For its number of households, Montgomery County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for auto repair and car care businesses (65% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for salons, barbers and spas (21% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Montgomery County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Montgomery County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grocery and convenience stores | 55 | #965 of 2,402 | 6 | 13.1 | $4.3M | 127 | Under 3 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 54 | #1,019 of 2,394 | 31 | 67.6 | $188K | 123 | 3 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 38 | #1,681 of 2,405 | 41 | 89.4 | $385K | 104 | 19 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 35 | #1,937 of 2,385 | 17 | 37.1 | $238K | 112 | Under 3 |
| Gas stations | 34 | #1,814 of 2,358 | 7 | 15.3 | $1.9M | 78 | 7 |
| Pizza | 31 | #1,776 of 2,090 | 8 | 17.4 | $2M | 39 | 6 |
| Insurance agencies | 27 | #1,885 of 2,272 | 5 | 10.9 | $1.6M | 125 | 8 |
| Auto repair shops | 27 | #2,118 of 2,378 | 16 | 34.9 | $314K | 71 | 6 |
| Auto repair and car care | 26 | #2,152 of 2,401 | 27 | 58.9 | $186K | 69 | 8 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 26 | #2,170 of 2,405 | 25 | 54.5 | $632K | 95 | 10 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 25 | #1,876 of 2,063 | 5 | 10.9 | $3.2M | 85 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 25 | #2,001 of 2,200 | 6 | 13.1 | $571K | 65 | Under 3 |
| Hair salons | 18 | #2,250 of 2,339 | 14 | 30.5 | $289K | 67 | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 9 | #1,770 of 1,771 | 6 | 13.1 | $841K | 50 | 9 |
| Home repair trades | 9 | #2,053 of 2,057 | 7 | 15.3 | $1.6M | 65 | 14 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 8 | #1,491 of 1,493 | 5 | 10.9 | $1M | 34 | 6 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.7 | $3.9M | 95 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.7 | $2M | 230 | Under 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.7 | $3.9M | 129 | 6 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.7 | $198K | 29 | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.7 | $2.7M | 58 | 6 |
| Real estate | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.7 | Index only | 339 | 4 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 8.7 | $856K | 31 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | $1.7M | 66 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | $1.9M | 81 | Under 3 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | $2.7M | 212 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | $1.7M | 54 | 6 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | $1.9M | 198 | 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | $1.1M | 161 | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | $1.9M | 109 | Under 3 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 6.5 | Index only | 359 | 4 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.4 | $756K | Too few | 6 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.4 | $12.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.4 | $1.6M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.4 | $2.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.4 | $5.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 4.4 | $2.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $4.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Convenience stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $25.8M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $11M | Too few | 8 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $3.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $4.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Spas and skin care | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 2.2 | $4.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Montgomery County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $5M | $1,094 | 114 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $13.1M | $2,850 | 110 |
| Food away from home | $15.8M | $3,446 | 85 |
| Groceries | $25.8M | $5,638 | 89 |
| Personal care products and services | $4.1M | $884 | 88 |
| Child care and other personal services | $1.5M | $330 | 57 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.2M | $699 | 71 |
| Medical and dental services | $5.8M | $1,272 | 99 |
| Pets | $3.4M | $747 | 82 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $8.1M | $1,763 | 86 |
| Vehicle insurance | $7.9M | $1,718 | 88 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $11M | $2,399 | 79 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $5M | $1,101 | 78 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $58.7M | $12,812 | 77 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Montgomery County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 10,002−3.2% since 2020
- Households
- 4,585
- Median age
- 43.6
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 69%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.0
- Land area
- 424 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 24
- Median household income
- $63,666+23.2% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $84,366
- Median home value
- $121,400
- Jobs located here
- 3,930
- Daytime population
- 9,463Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
Looking at a specific site in Montgomery County?
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Questions
How fast is Montgomery County, IA growing?
Population estimates put Montgomery County at 10,002 people in 2025, down 3.2% since 2020, against +3.1% for the U.S. It has 4,585 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 23.2%, before inflation.
How much do households in Montgomery County, IA spend?
Households in Montgomery County spend about $58.7M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $25.8M on groceries and $15.8M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Montgomery County runs highest on vehicle maintenance and repairs (an index of 114, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on child care and other personal services (57).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Montgomery County, IA?
Of the business types scored in Montgomery County, grocery and convenience stores (55), medical and dental practices (54) and restaurants and cafes (38) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For grocery and convenience stores, that ranks #965 of 2,402 scored counties.
How does Montgomery County, IA compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Montgomery County is $63,666, 21% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population fell 3.2% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $121,400, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for auto repair and car care businesses (65% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for salons, barbers and spas (21% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 16 of the 56 business types have a score in Montgomery County, each ranked against other counties.
How can I see the market around a specific site?
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