Jolley, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jolley, Iowa had a total population of 19, the 1002nd largest city in Iowa. The poverty rate is 52.6%.
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 (52.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Jolley Quick Facts
How Jolley 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 | 20 | 19 | -5.0% |
How Jolley Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Jolley Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Calhoun County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwell City | 2,401 | $56,741 | 10.4% | $88,500 |
| Lake City | 1,693 | $74,167 | 10.9% | $100,900 |
| Manson | 1,645 | $66,250 | 8.9% | $116,900 |
| Twin Lakes | 579 | $109,712 | 4.0% | $561,500 |
| Pomeroy | 542 | $53,542 | 13.1% | $70,200 |
| Lytton | 357 | $62,708 | 7.6% | $65,600 |
| Lohrville | 277 | $46,250 | 14.1% | $52,100 |
| Somers | 149 | $52,750 | 33.6% | $75,600 |
| Knierim | 76 | $89,000 | 6.6% | $112,500 |
| Rinard | 62 | $69,375 | 19.4% | $55,000 |
Cities Similar to Jolley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Roy | 19 | $56,875 | N/A | 0.0% | 5.3% |
| Durango | 18 | N/A | $275,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Duncan | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 57.1% |
| Mona | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Elkport | 22 | N/A | $64,200 | 0.0% | 4.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 19, Jolley'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
Jolley is a small community located in Iowa, within Calhoun County. The total population is 19. It ranks as the 1002nd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jolley is 65.9 years. This is 71% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 31.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 52.6%. This is 375% 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 Jolley, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Jolley was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jolley, 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 Jolley, Iowa?
Jolley, Iowa has a population of 19 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jolley, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Jolley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jolley, IA?
The poverty rate in Jolley is 52.6%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jolley, Iowa?
Jolley's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jolley, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Jolley — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Jolley, Iowa?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Jolley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.