Douds, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Douds, Iowa had a total population of 243, the 662nd largest community in Iowa. The poverty rate is 41.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (41.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Douds Quick Facts
How Douds 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 | 100 | 243 | +143.0% |
| Median home value | $84,700 | $96,700 | +14.2% |
How Douds 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+)
Douds Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Van Buren County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keosauqua | 914 | $51,136 | 8.8% | $98,500 |
| Farmington | 540 | $53,333 | 16.3% | $81,400 |
| Milton | 493 | $51,500 | 21.7% | $61,400 |
| Birmingham | 454 | $65,000 | 13.1% | $96,300 |
| Cantril | 335 | $40,000 | 8.1% | $80,000 |
| Bonaparte | 302 | $40,909 | 16.6% | $69,600 |
| Stockport | 210 | $53,125 | 22.4% | $57,500 |
| Leando | 74 | N/A | 13.5% | N/A |
| Mount Sterling | 36 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Douds
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cushing | 243 | $66,875 | $66,000 | 15.4% | 24.3% |
| Alexander | 245 | $56,250 | $55,600 | 14.2% | 27.7% |
| Panama | 245 | $63,125 | $142,200 | 13.8% | 7.4% |
| Fredonia | 240 | $85,625 | $71,700 | 45.6% | 32.5% |
| Ladora | 240 | $60,625 | $78,200 | 12.9% | 9.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 243, Douds'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
Douds is a small community located in Iowa, within Van Buren County. The total population is 243. It ranks as the 662nd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Douds is 52.8 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 8.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 41.6%. This is 275% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Douds, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $96,700. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $208,000. 61.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Douds has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.7% of all residents.
Education
27.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Douds, 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 Douds, Iowa?
Douds, Iowa has a population of 243 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Douds, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Douds — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Douds, IA?
The poverty rate in Douds is 41.6%. This means approximately 101 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Douds, Iowa?
Douds's population is 96.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Douds, IA?
The median home value in Douds is $96,700.
How educated is Douds, Iowa?
27.5% of adults (25+) in Douds hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.