Brayton, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brayton, Iowa had a total population of 101, the 861st largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $51,042, which is 32% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 32% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Brayton Quick Facts
How Brayton 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 | 127 | 101 | -20.5% |
| Median household income | $50,500 | $51,042 | +1.1% |
| Median home value | $71,400 | $71,700 | +0.4% |
How Brayton 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+)
Brayton Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Audubon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audubon | 2,130 | $39,816 | 14.4% | $97,700 |
| Exira | 705 | $47,344 | 23.4% | $84,700 |
| Kimballton | 319 | $55,417 | 32.6% | $107,100 |
| Gray | 70 | $59,250 | 13.2% | $53,300 |
Cities Similar to Brayton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradgate | 104 | N/A | $43,100 | 8.7% | 13.5% |
| Martinsburg | 101 | $55,000 | $60,000 | 9.0% | 29.7% |
| Webb | 102 | $55,000 | $65,700 | 18.8% | 2.0% |
| Garber | 105 | $49,821 | $80,800 | 4.6% | 32.4% |
| Lone Rock | 106 | $52,500 | $63,600 | 7.9% | 3.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 101, Brayton'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
Brayton is a small community located in Iowa, within Audubon County. The total population is 101. It ranks as the 861st most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brayton is 46.5 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 8.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Brayton is $51,042. This is 32% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Brayton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $71,700. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Brayton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 69.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Brayton was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brayton, 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 Brayton, Iowa?
Brayton, Iowa has a population of 101 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brayton, IA?
The median household income in Brayton is $51,042, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brayton, IA?
The poverty rate in Brayton is 8.9%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brayton, Iowa?
Brayton's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brayton, IA?
The median home value in Brayton is $71,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Brayton, Iowa?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Brayton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.