Hastings, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hastings, Iowa had a total population of 164, the 744th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $84,375, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.
Hastings Quick Facts
How Hastings 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 | 121 | 164 | +35.5% |
| Median household income | $81,719 | $84,375 | +3.3% |
| Median home value | $93,800 | $90,700 | -3.3% |
How Hastings 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+)
Hastings Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Mills County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood | 5,144 | $71,790 | 11.8% | $206,200 |
| Malvern | 1,323 | $84,223 | 6.6% | $174,700 |
| Tabor | 877 | $58,750 | 14.5% | $204,200 |
| Emerson | 570 | $49,063 | 15.1% | $119,500 |
| Silver City | 504 | $67,250 | 19.8% | $156,800 |
| Pacific Junction | 150 | N/A | 14.0% | $149,100 |
| Henderson | 143 | $54,375 | 25.4% | $77,500 |
| Mineola | 110 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Hastings
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherrill | 162 | $84,167 | $211,800 | 16.0% | 3.1% |
| Vincent | 161 | $87,500 | $102,100 | 23.0% | 5.6% |
| Moorland | 166 | $80,250 | $105,900 | 15.4% | 11.5% |
| Whitten | 164 | $92,813 | $90,000 | 8.8% | 2.4% |
| Dolliver | 161 | $90,000 | $59,000 | 8.2% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 164, Hastings'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
Hastings is a small community located in Iowa, within Mills County. The total population is 164. It ranks as the 744th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hastings is 48.7 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 12.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hastings is $84,375. This is 12% higher than the state median of $75,059. It is also 5% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.2%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $90,700. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Hastings is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hastings is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 0.6%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.
Education
11.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hastings, 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 Hastings, Iowa?
Hastings, Iowa has a population of 164 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hastings, IA?
The median household income in Hastings is $84,375, which is 5% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hastings, IA?
The poverty rate in Hastings is 9.2%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hastings, Iowa?
Hastings's population is 84.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hastings, IA?
The median home value in Hastings is $90,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Hastings, Iowa?
11.5% of adults (25+) in Hastings hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.