Henderson, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Henderson, Iowa had a total population of 143, the 778th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $54,375, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 25.4%.
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 (25.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Henderson Quick Facts
How Henderson 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 | 205 | 143 | -30.2% |
| Median household income | $51,250 | $54,375 | +6.1% |
| Median home value | $87,100 | $77,500 | -11.0% |
How Henderson 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+)
Henderson 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 |
| Hastings | 164 | $84,375 | 9.2% | $90,700 |
| Pacific Junction | 150 | N/A | 14.0% | $149,100 |
| Mineola | 110 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Henderson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elberon | 143 | $57,188 | $110,000 | 1.9% | 23.1% |
| Franklin | 148 | N/A | $111,300 | 11.7% | 1.4% |
| Meriden | 138 | $55,333 | $74,000 | 16.7% | 4.3% |
| Pacific Junction | 150 | N/A | $149,100 | 5.6% | 14.0% |
| North Buena Vista | 139 | $51,719 | $109,400 | 10.6% | 9.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 143, Henderson'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
Henderson is a small community located in Iowa, within Mills County. The total population is 143. It ranks as the 778th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Henderson is 41.3 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Henderson is $54,375. This is 28% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 25.4%. This is 129% 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 Henderson, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $77,500. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Henderson is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Henderson was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.3% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
11.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% 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 86.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Henderson, 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 Henderson, Iowa?
Henderson, Iowa has a population of 143 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Henderson, IA?
The median household income in Henderson is $54,375, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Henderson, IA?
The poverty rate in Henderson is 25.4%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Henderson, Iowa?
Henderson's population is 99.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Henderson, IA?
The median home value in Henderson is $77,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Henderson, Iowa?
11.0% of adults (25+) in Henderson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.