Pacific Junction, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pacific Junction, Iowa had a total population of 150, the 762nd largest city in Iowa. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Pacific Junction Quick Facts
How Pacific Junction 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 | 75 | 150 | +100.0% |
| Median home value | $127,900 | $149,100 | +16.6% |
How Pacific Junction 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+)
Pacific Junction Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Mills County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood | 5,144 | $71,790 | 11.8% | $206,200 |
| Malvern | 1,323 | $84,223 | 6.6% | $174,700 |
| Tabor | 877 | $58,750 | 14.5% | $204,200 |
| Emerson | 570 | $49,063 | 15.1% | $119,500 |
| Silver City | 504 | $67,250 | 19.8% | $156,800 |
| Hastings | 164 | $84,375 | 9.2% | $90,700 |
| Henderson | 143 | $54,375 | 25.4% | $77,500 |
| Mineola | 110 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Pacific Junction
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester | 150 | $63,438 | $120,800 | 22.2% | 9.3% |
| Leighton | 150 | $66,389 | $126,600 | 25.2% | 2.0% |
| Linden | 150 | $107,813 | $112,500 | 6.5% | 14.7% |
| Drakesville | 149 | $81,250 | $114,300 | 11.8% | 5.4% |
| Somers | 149 | $52,750 | $75,600 | 8.0% | 33.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 150, Pacific Junction'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
Pacific Junction is a small community located in Iowa, within Mills County. The total population is 150. It ranks as the 762nd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pacific Junction is 29.8 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 12.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Pacific Junction, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $149,100. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $208,000. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Pacific Junction was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
5.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 89.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pacific Junction, 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 Pacific Junction, Iowa?
Pacific Junction, Iowa has a population of 150 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pacific Junction, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pacific Junction — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pacific Junction, IA?
The poverty rate in Pacific Junction is 14.0%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pacific Junction, Iowa?
Pacific Junction's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pacific Junction, IA?
The median home value in Pacific Junction is $149,100.
How educated is Pacific Junction, Iowa?
5.6% of adults (25+) in Pacific Junction hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.