Archer, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Archer, Iowa had a total population of 130, the 805th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $71,875, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.3% — among the lowest in Iowa.
Archer Quick Facts
How Archer Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 144 | 130 | -9.7% |
| Median household income | $66,250 | $71,875 | +8.5% |
How Archer Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Archer Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in O'Brien County
Cities Similar to Archer
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Sioux | 129 | N/A | $39,400 | 12.4% | 25.6% |
| Dickens | 131 | $71,250 | $99,300 | 4.9% | 6.2% |
| Floris | 128 | N/A | $53,300 | 13.0% | 6.3% |
| Wallingford | 128 | $71,250 | $63,600 | 10.0% | 1.6% |
| North Washington | 134 | $71,964 | $135,000 | 10.4% | 10.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 130, Archer's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Archer is a small community located in Iowa, within O'Brien County. The total population is 130. It ranks as the 805th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Archer is 39.4 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. With 35.4% of the population under 18, Archer has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Archer is $71,875. This is 4% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.3%. This is 79% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Archer, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 83.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Archer has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.
Education
34.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Archer, Iowa is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Archer, Iowa?
Archer, Iowa has a population of 130 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Archer, IA?
The median household income in Archer is $71,875, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Archer, IA?
The poverty rate in Archer is 2.3%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Archer, Iowa?
Archer's population is 99.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Archer, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Archer — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Archer, Iowa?
34.2% of adults (25+) in Archer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.