Oakland, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oakland, Iowa had a total population of 1,408, the 226th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $81,354, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.2%.
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 2.0x.
Oakland Quick Facts
How Oakland 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 | 1,500 | 1,408 | -6.1% |
| Median household income | $72,500 | $81,354 | +12.2% |
| Median home value | $144,600 | $160,200 | +10.8% |
How Oakland 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+)
Oakland Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Pottawattamie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Council Bluffs | 62,586 | $64,578 | 15.1% | $171,800 |
| Carter Lake | 3,767 | $85,349 | 11.5% | $169,400 |
| Avoca | 1,444 | $73,056 | 7.0% | $173,800 |
| Walnut | 1,342 | $62,500 | 12.4% | $115,900 |
| Treynor | 1,126 | $121,696 | 5.1% | $263,500 |
| Neola | 1,116 | $73,306 | 6.1% | $205,100 |
| Underwood | 898 | $105,341 | 3.3% | $253,500 |
| Carson | 834 | $73,403 | 8.3% | $181,400 |
| Minden | 630 | $109,167 | 2.4% | $170,500 |
| Crescent | 549 | $116,042 | 0.4% | $283,900 |
Cities Similar to Oakland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Center | 1,412 | $83,942 | $167,400 | 33.5% | 4.9% |
| Logan | 1,392 | $84,833 | $154,000 | 28.5% | 4.6% |
| Nora Springs | 1,363 | $78,594 | $134,500 | 19.8% | 5.3% |
| Central City | 1,356 | $85,400 | $179,700 | 18.6% | 3.9% |
| Coon Rapids | 1,467 | $76,012 | $134,100 | 17.8% | 14.6% |
Population Overview
Oakland is a small community located in Iowa, within Pottawattamie County. The total population is 1,408. It ranks as the 226th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oakland is 39.4 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oakland is $81,354. This is 8% 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 14.2%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Oakland, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $160,200. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Oakland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Oakland is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.2%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 92.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oakland, 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 Oakland, Iowa?
Oakland, Iowa has a population of 1,408 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oakland, IA?
The median household income in Oakland is $81,354, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oakland, IA?
The poverty rate in Oakland is 14.2%. This means approximately 195 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oakland, Iowa?
Oakland's population is 80.5% White, 0.0% Black, 10.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oakland, IA?
The median home value in Oakland is $160,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Oakland, Iowa?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Oakland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.