Doon, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Doon, Iowa had a total population of 529, the 461st largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $63,750, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Doon Quick Facts
How Doon 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 | 477 | 529 | +10.9% |
| Median household income | $59,688 | $63,750 | +6.8% |
| Median home value | $156,900 | $198,900 | +26.8% |
How Doon 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+)
Doon Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Lyon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Rapids | 2,661 | $63,942 | 6.5% | $206,700 |
| Larchwood | 1,136 | $67,188 | 7.9% | $215,600 |
| George | 1,064 | $57,941 | 9.3% | $133,100 |
| Inwood | 793 | $62,333 | 5.3% | $202,900 |
| Little Rock | 395 | $68,194 | 5.6% | $85,800 |
| Lester | 340 | $99,063 | 1.5% | $190,900 |
| Alvord | 173 | $73,594 | 0.0% | $93,000 |
Cities Similar to Doon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanwood | 533 | $63,264 | $145,000 | 13.8% | 12.8% |
| Lynnville | 527 | $60,682 | $146,300 | 16.8% | 3.4% |
| Stanton | 522 | $66,667 | $113,400 | 21.1% | 9.4% |
| Collins | 533 | $67,500 | $159,200 | 15.9% | 10.3% |
| Stacyville | 545 | $61,932 | $112,900 | 13.8% | 12.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 529, Doon'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
Doon is a small community located in Iowa, within Lyon County. The total population is 529. It ranks as the 461st most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Doon is 31.8 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.4% 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 Doon is $63,750. This is 15% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.0%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $198,900. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $208,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 89.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Doon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 99.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.
Education
14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Doon, 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 Doon, Iowa?
Doon, Iowa has a population of 529 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Doon, IA?
The median household income in Doon is $63,750, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Doon, IA?
The poverty rate in Doon is 6.0%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Doon, Iowa?
Doon's population is 99.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Doon, IA?
The median home value in Doon is $198,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Doon, Iowa?
14.6% of adults (25+) in Doon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.