Maynard, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Maynard, Iowa had a total population of 471, the 484th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $55,583, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
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 2.4x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.
Maynard Quick Facts
How Maynard 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 | 448 | 471 | +5.1% |
| Median household income | $49,375 | $55,583 | +12.6% |
| Median home value | $129,500 | $132,100 | +2.0% |
How Maynard 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+)
Maynard Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Fayette County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oelwein | 5,834 | $46,653 | 18.5% | $96,300 |
| West Union | 2,489 | $53,617 | 11.6% | $121,000 |
| Fayette | 1,309 | $47,917 | 25.7% | $119,000 |
| Elgin | 735 | $54,688 | 3.7% | $98,800 |
| Clermont | 627 | $85,625 | 4.0% | $117,200 |
| Hawkeye | 482 | $62,813 | 3.9% | $84,600 |
| Arlington | 427 | $38,958 | 15.0% | $112,000 |
| Waucoma | 291 | $78,750 | 3.4% | $122,700 |
| Westgate | 178 | $53,750 | 35.1% | $78,300 |
| Wadena | 177 | $38,750 | 27.8% | $94,200 |
Cities Similar to Maynard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton | 461 | $57,375 | $98,800 | 12.3% | 7.2% |
| Grandview | 449 | $57,625 | $142,400 | 11.1% | 9.6% |
| Breda | 477 | $62,095 | $144,600 | 14.3% | 4.0% |
| Thompson | 459 | $61,250 | $95,700 | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Lime Springs | 442 | $53,750 | $99,100 | 7.6% | 9.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 471, Maynard'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
Maynard is a small community located in Iowa, within Fayette County. The total population is 471. It ranks as the 484th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Maynard is 41.6 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Maynard is $55,583. This is 26% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $132,100. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Maynard is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Maynard has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.
Education
22.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 90.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Maynard, 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 Maynard, Iowa?
Maynard, Iowa has a population of 471 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Maynard, IA?
The median household income in Maynard is $55,583, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Maynard, IA?
The poverty rate in Maynard is 8.9%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Maynard, Iowa?
Maynard's population is 94.3% White, 1.1% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Maynard, IA?
The median home value in Maynard is $132,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Maynard, Iowa?
22.1% of adults (25+) in Maynard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.