Buckeye, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Buckeye, Iowa had a total population of 75, the 899th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $44,167, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Buckeye Quick Facts
How Buckeye 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 | 82 | 75 | -8.5% |
| Median household income | $57,500 | $44,167 | -23.2% |
How Buckeye 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+)
Buckeye Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Hardin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Falls | 5,038 | $50,417 | 10.7% | $123,800 |
| Eldora | 2,617 | $77,188 | 12.0% | $133,000 |
| Ackley | 1,482 | $62,583 | 7.5% | $103,900 |
| Alden | 833 | $64,500 | 17.5% | $107,900 |
| Hubbard | 773 | $68,750 | 5.6% | $106,100 |
| Radcliffe | 657 | $69,286 | 7.9% | $118,300 |
| Union | 378 | $55,625 | 6.6% | $74,600 |
| Steamboat Rock | 312 | $47,188 | 6.1% | $105,800 |
| New Providence | 173 | $86,667 | 7.6% | $82,500 |
| Whitten | 164 | $92,813 | 2.4% | $90,000 |
Cities Similar to Buckeye
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | 75 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Leando | 74 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 13.5% |
| Exline | 73 | $43,750 | $85,600 | 4.8% | 12.3% |
| Lanesboro | 78 | $44,167 | $70,000 | 7.2% | 14.1% |
| Marysville | 70 | N/A | $205,000 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 75, Buckeye'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
Buckeye is a small community located in Iowa, within Hardin County. The total population is 75. It ranks as the 899th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Buckeye is 47.3 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Buckeye is $44,167. This is 41% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 45% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Buckeye, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 56.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Buckeye has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.0%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 90.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Buckeye, 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 Buckeye, Iowa?
Buckeye, Iowa has a population of 75 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Buckeye, IA?
The median household income in Buckeye is $44,167, which is 45% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Buckeye, IA?
The poverty rate in Buckeye is 12.0%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Buckeye, Iowa?
Buckeye's population is 96.0% White, 0.0% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Buckeye, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Buckeye — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Buckeye, Iowa?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Buckeye hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.