Bennett, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bennett, Iowa had a total population of 390, the 539th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $69,375, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Bennett Quick Facts
How Bennett 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 | 418 | 390 | -6.7% |
| Median household income | $65,714 | $69,375 | +5.6% |
| Median home value | $135,800 | $130,300 | -4.1% |
How Bennett 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+)
Bennett Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Cedar County
Cities Similar to Bennett
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 395 | $68,194 | $85,800 | 12.4% | 5.6% |
| Miles | 398 | $72,708 | $130,700 | 19.4% | 15.1% |
| Goose Lake | 387 | $76,875 | $139,900 | 23.6% | 20.6% |
| Pulaski | 403 | $73,438 | $102,600 | 15.6% | 11.7% |
| Nichols | 373 | $72,813 | $134,400 | 10.0% | 5.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 390, Bennett'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
Bennett is a small community located in Iowa, within Cedar County. The total population is 390. It ranks as the 539th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bennett is 43.1 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bennett is $69,375. This is 8% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.9%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $130,300. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Bennett is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bennett has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.
Education
8.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bennett, 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 Bennett, Iowa?
Bennett, Iowa has a population of 390 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bennett, IA?
The median household income in Bennett is $69,375, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bennett, IA?
The poverty rate in Bennett is 11.9%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bennett, Iowa?
Bennett's population is 93.6% White, 0.0% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bennett, IA?
The median home value in Bennett is $130,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Bennett, Iowa?
8.6% of adults (25+) in Bennett hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.