Otranto, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Otranto, Iowa had a total population of 34, the 974th largest community in Iowa. The poverty rate is 26.5%.
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 (26.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Otranto Quick Facts
How Otranto 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 | 34 | 34 | +0.0% |
How Otranto Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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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+)
Otranto Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Mitchell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osage | 3,561 | $68,730 | 6.9% | $160,700 |
| St. Ansgar | 1,206 | $76,458 | 5.4% | $152,500 |
| Riceville | 823 | $44,615 | 10.9% | $112,100 |
| Stacyville | 545 | $61,932 | 12.1% | $112,900 |
| Mitchell | 117 | $72,500 | 7.7% | $116,100 |
| McIntire | 89 | N/A | 23.6% | $55,000 |
| Carpenter | 81 | $74,107 | 8.6% | $63,900 |
| Orchard | 69 | $59,167 | 7.2% | $66,700 |
| Toeterville | 56 | N/A | 71.4% | N/A |
| Little Cedar | 40 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Otranto
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galt | 34 | N/A | $45,000 | 17.4% | 0.0% |
| Irvington | 34 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 17.6% |
| Conway | 35 | $21,771 | $23,300 | 0.0% | 8.6% |
| Grant | 35 | $68,125 | $40,000 | 10.0% | 14.3% |
| Blanchard | 33 | $56,250 | $60,000 | 6.3% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 34, Otranto'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
Otranto is a small community located in Iowa, within Mitchell County. The total population is 34. It ranks as the 974th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Otranto is 63.9 years. This is 66% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 26.5%. This is 139% 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 Otranto, 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
The largest racial or ethnic group in Otranto is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.5% of the population.
Education
23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Otranto, 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 Otranto, Iowa?
Otranto, Iowa has a population of 34 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Otranto, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Otranto — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Otranto, IA?
The poverty rate in Otranto is 26.5%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Otranto, Iowa?
Otranto's population is 73.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Otranto, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Otranto — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Otranto, Iowa?
23.5% of adults (25+) in Otranto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.