Brandon, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brandon, Iowa had a total population of 307, the 600th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $61,250, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.
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 1.9x.
Brandon Quick Facts
How Brandon 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 | 328 | 307 | -6.4% |
| Median household income | $61,875 | $61,250 | -1.0% |
| Median home value | $100,000 | $113,800 | +13.8% |
How Brandon 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+)
Brandon Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Buchanan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence | 6,164 | $73,806 | 7.6% | $165,300 |
| Fairbank | 1,275 | $89,712 | 4.1% | $186,900 |
| Winthrop | 1,040 | $69,792 | 3.8% | $158,200 |
| Hazleton | 720 | $51,964 | 14.9% | $85,900 |
| Quasqueton | 703 | $75,000 | 12.7% | $145,800 |
| Lamont | 514 | $61,250 | 13.0% | $98,600 |
| Rowley | 353 | $60,313 | 9.5% | $145,800 |
| Aurora | 214 | $62,656 | 11.7% | $128,300 |
| Stanley | 69 | $70,500 | 7.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Brandon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway | 315 | $61,607 | $152,100 | 18.9% | 4.8% |
| Floyd | 315 | $63,393 | $107,700 | 13.0% | 6.3% |
| Garrison | 286 | $60,313 | $72,900 | 7.8% | 19.9% |
| Leland | 306 | $52,500 | $92,900 | 4.9% | 18.7% |
| Middletown | 322 | $56,750 | $163,600 | 15.5% | 15.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 307, Brandon'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
Brandon is a small community located in Iowa, within Buchanan County. The total population is 307. It ranks as the 600th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brandon is 40.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Brandon is $61,250. This is 18% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 2% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $113,800. Housing costs are 45% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Brandon is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Brandon is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (17.3% vs 7.3%).
Education
20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brandon, 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 Brandon, Iowa?
Brandon, Iowa has a population of 307 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brandon, IA?
The median household income in Brandon is $61,250, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brandon, IA?
The poverty rate in Brandon is 13.0%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brandon, Iowa?
Brandon's population is 82.4% White, 0.0% Black, 17.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brandon, IA?
The median home value in Brandon is $113,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Brandon, Iowa?
20.0% of adults (25+) in Brandon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.