Moorland, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Moorland, Iowa had a total population of 166, the 741st largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $80,250, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.5%.
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 1.3x.
Moorland Quick Facts
How Moorland 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 | 171 | 166 | -2.9% |
| Median household income | $81,250 | $80,250 | -1.2% |
| Median home value | $103,400 | $105,900 | +2.4% |
How Moorland 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+)
Moorland Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Webster County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Dodge | 24,827 | $60,649 | 15.9% | $144,100 |
| Gowrie | 932 | $80,417 | 9.4% | $109,900 |
| Stratford | 735 | $47,875 | 9.0% | $89,300 |
| Dayton | 689 | $57,500 | 9.8% | $114,800 |
| Coalville | 649 | $78,000 | 14.0% | $197,500 |
| Badger | 433 | $72,750 | 5.1% | $142,800 |
| Callender | 413 | $75,000 | 5.0% | $107,100 |
| Farnhamville | 386 | $57,188 | 16.2% | $72,300 |
| Otho | 380 | $43,482 | 15.5% | $89,900 |
| Duncombe | 376 | $52,500 | 8.6% | $117,100 |
Cities Similar to Moorland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bouton | 168 | $76,875 | $113,900 | 18.3% | 18.4% |
| Hastings | 164 | $84,375 | $90,700 | 11.5% | 9.2% |
| Mount Auburn | 172 | $79,000 | $125,000 | 4.1% | 11.6% |
| Sherrill | 162 | $84,167 | $211,800 | 16.0% | 3.1% |
| Bradford | 178 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 166, Moorland'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
Moorland is a small community located in Iowa, within Webster County. The total population is 166. It ranks as the 741st most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Moorland is 53.5 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Moorland is $80,250. This is 7% higher than the state median of $75,059. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.5%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 38% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $105,900. Housing costs are 49% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Moorland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Moorland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 7.3%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 83.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Moorland, 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 Moorland, Iowa?
Moorland, Iowa has a population of 166 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Moorland, IA?
The median household income in Moorland is $80,250, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Moorland, IA?
The poverty rate in Moorland is 11.5%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Moorland, Iowa?
Moorland's population is 94.6% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Moorland, IA?
The median home value in Moorland is $105,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Moorland, Iowa?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Moorland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.