Auburn, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Auburn, Iowa had a total population of 160, the 752nd largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $58,750, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.
Auburn Quick Facts
How Auburn 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 | 172 | 160 | -7.0% |
| Median household income | $57,500 | $58,750 | +2.2% |
| Median home value | $93,300 | $96,700 | +3.6% |
How Auburn 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+)
Auburn Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Sac County
Cities Similar to Auburn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rembrandt | 157 | $58,438 | $85,800 | 16.4% | 19.8% |
| Castana | 162 | $55,469 | $74,400 | 4.9% | 6.2% |
| Baldwin | 153 | $58,875 | $57,500 | 10.6% | 7.8% |
| Havelock | 162 | $63,229 | $23,800 | 10.1% | 23.5% |
| Pacific Junction | 150 | N/A | $149,100 | 5.6% | 14.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 160, Auburn'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
Auburn is a small community located in Iowa, within Sac County. The total population is 160. It ranks as the 752nd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Auburn is 46.5 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 9.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Auburn is $58,750. This is 22% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.9%. This is 52% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $96,700. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Auburn is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Auburn has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.6%.
Education
20.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower 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 85.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Auburn, 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 Auburn, Iowa?
Auburn, Iowa has a population of 160 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Auburn, IA?
The median household income in Auburn is $58,750, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Auburn, IA?
The poverty rate in Auburn is 16.9%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Auburn, Iowa?
Auburn's population is 94.4% White, 0.0% Black, 5.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Auburn, IA?
The median home value in Auburn is $96,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Auburn, Iowa?
20.6% of adults (25+) in Auburn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.