Moulton, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Moulton, Iowa had a total population of 498, the 476th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $66,250, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.9%.
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 1.2x.
Moulton Quick Facts
How Moulton 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 | 577 | 498 | -13.7% |
| Median household income | $56,806 | $66,250 | +16.6% |
| Median home value | $51,300 | $81,800 | +59.5% |
How Moulton 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+)
Moulton Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Appanoose County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerville | 5,372 | $46,563 | 21.3% | $103,000 |
| Moravia | 624 | $49,286 | 10.3% | $121,700 |
| Cincinnati | 229 | $45,625 | 23.6% | $56,400 |
| Mystic | 216 | $41,000 | 17.1% | $57,500 |
| Unionville | 78 | $82,813 | 5.1% | $95,000 |
| Exline | 73 | $43,750 | 12.3% | $85,600 |
| Numa | 58 | $63,125 | 12.1% | N/A |
| Plano | 39 | $63,750 | 2.6% | $93,300 |
| Rathbun | 30 | $71,875 | 6.7% | $151,800 |
| Udell | 13 | $90,000 | 23.1% | $55,000 |
Cities Similar to Moulton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver City | 504 | $67,250 | $156,800 | 10.7% | 19.8% |
| Burt | 511 | $66,750 | $75,000 | 13.5% | 18.8% |
| Thornton | 514 | $67,031 | $115,500 | 17.2% | 9.3% |
| Stanton | 522 | $66,667 | $113,400 | 21.1% | 9.4% |
| Delmar | 480 | $68,750 | $147,500 | 30.2% | 4.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 498, Moulton'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
Moulton is a small community located in Iowa, within Appanoose County. The total population is 498. It ranks as the 476th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Moulton is 33.2 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 28.9% of the population under 18, Moulton has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Moulton is $66,250. This is 12% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is 43% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $81,800. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Moulton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Moulton was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.4% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
26.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Moulton, 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 Moulton, Iowa?
Moulton, Iowa has a population of 498 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Moulton, IA?
The median household income in Moulton is $66,250, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Moulton, IA?
The poverty rate in Moulton is 15.9%. This means approximately 79 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Moulton, Iowa?
Moulton's population is 99.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Moulton, IA?
The median home value in Moulton is $81,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Moulton, Iowa?
26.0% of adults (25+) in Moulton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.