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Frederika, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Frederika, Iowa had a total population of 236, the 668th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $57,083, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Frederika Quick Facts

Population 236
Median Household Income $57,083
Median Home Value $98,100
Poverty Rate 14.0%
Unemployment Rate 5.9%
Median Age 41.3 years
Homeownership Rate 85.0%
Affordability Ratio 1.7x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.7%
High School Graduation Rate 91.8%
Diversity Index 9/100
Population 236 668th of 1,017
Median Income $57,083 bottom 30%
Poverty Rate 14.0% 12% higher than national
Median Home Value $98,100 below average

How Frederika Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population207236+14.0%
Median household income$48,750$57,083+17.1%
Median home value$101,600$98,100-3.4%

How Frederika Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.4%
$25K-$50K 21.5%
$50K-$100K 39.8%
$100K+ 18.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.3%
$10K-$15K
3.2%
$15K-$20K
8.6%
$20K-$25K
4.3%
$25K-$30K
5.4%
$30K-$35K
0.0%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
4.3%
$45K-$50K
11.8%
$50K-$60K
8.6%
$60K-$75K
11.8%
$75K-$100K
19.4%
$100K-$125K
10.8%
$125K-$150K
7.5%
$150K-$200K
0.0%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 3.6%|National: 5.2%
73.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.0%
Renter 15.0%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.7x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $667/mo 14.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

9out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 31 | National average: 61

Education

Frederika Rankings in Iowa

#668 Population of 1,017
#704 Median Income of 948
#705 Education of 1,016
#638 Home Value of 947

Other Cities in Bremer County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Waverly 10,494 $80,284 10.9% $223,300
Denver 2,379 $92,000 6.7% $229,200
Sumner 2,106 $58,854 13.6% $118,000
Tripoli 1,156 $78,324 3.3% $120,500
Readlyn 736 $86,103 5.3% $168,400
Plainfield 314 $80,000 10.2% $128,100

Cities Similar to Frederika

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Douds243N/A$96,70027.5%41.6%
Alexander245$56,250$55,60014.2%27.7%
Ladora240$60,625$78,20012.9%9.6%
Burr Oak225$56,250$142,50014.1%44.0%
Corwith249$55,313$58,30012.1%50.2%

A note before these figures: with a population of 236, Frederika'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

Frederika is a small community located in Iowa, within Bremer County. The total population is 236. It ranks as the 668th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.

Age Demographics

The median age in Frederika is 41.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Frederika is $57,083. This is 24% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 66% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $98,100. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Frederika is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 71.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

Frederika has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.3%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.

Education

12.7% 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 91.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Frederika, 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 Frederika, Iowa?

Frederika, Iowa has a population of 236 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Frederika, IA?

The median household income in Frederika is $57,083, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Frederika, IA?

The poverty rate in Frederika is 14.0%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Frederika, Iowa?

Frederika's population is 95.3% White, 1.3% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Frederika, IA?

The median home value in Frederika is $98,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.

How educated is Frederika, Iowa?

12.7% of adults (25+) in Frederika hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.