Redding, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Redding, Iowa had a total population of 51, the 940th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $73,750, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Redding Quick Facts
How Redding 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 | 42 | 51 | +21.4% |
How Redding 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+)
Redding Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Ringgold County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Ayr | 1,816 | $74,167 | 10.9% | $152,000 |
| Diagonal | 454 | $74,375 | 7.3% | $91,500 |
| Kellerton | 286 | $46,875 | 15.4% | $59,200 |
| Sun Valley Lake | 163 | $135,521 | 0.0% | $637,000 |
| Tingley | 128 | $62,083 | 7.0% | $75,000 |
| Maloy | 30 | $59,750 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Ellston | 28 | $69,167 | 3.6% | N/A |
| Benton | 27 | $51,250 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Beaconsfield | 8 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Delphos | 4 | N/A | 25.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Redding
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver | 51 | $73,750 | $56,300 | 7.4% | 5.9% |
| Hayesville | 52 | N/A | $69,000 | 11.4% | 32.7% |
| Loveland | 52 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Guernsey | 50 | $70,833 | $73,300 | 5.1% | 2.0% |
| Swan | 55 | N/A | N/A | 17.8% | 10.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 51, Redding'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
Redding is a small community located in Iowa, within Ringgold County. The total population is 51. It ranks as the 940th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Redding is 66.2 years. This is 72% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 5.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Redding is $73,750. This is 2% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Redding, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 96.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Redding 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
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Redding, 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 Redding, Iowa?
Redding, Iowa has a population of 51 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Redding, IA?
The median household income in Redding is $73,750, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Redding, IA?
The poverty rate in Redding is 7.8%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Redding, Iowa?
Redding's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Redding, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Redding — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Redding, Iowa?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Redding hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.