Sandyville, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sandyville, Iowa had a total population of 44, the 956th largest city in Iowa. The poverty rate is 2.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.3% — among the lowest in Iowa.
Sandyville Quick Facts
How Sandyville 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 | 43 | 44 | +2.3% |
How Sandyville 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+)
Sandyville Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Warren County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianola | 16,044 | $75,453 | 6.4% | $237,500 |
| Hartford | 760 | $70,000 | 7.1% | $176,700 |
| Milo | 731 | $79,904 | 1.6% | $153,100 |
| New Virginia | 587 | $77,188 | 1.4% | $180,600 |
| Martensdale | 569 | $57,500 | 10.2% | $181,400 |
| Cumming | 545 | $162,875 | 4.4% | $508,000 |
| Lacona | 354 | $70,100 | 10.7% | $97,500 |
| St. Marys | 96 | $77,500 | 8.3% | $195,000 |
| Ackworth | 75 | $111,094 | 28.0% | $237,500 |
| Spring Hill | 39 | $86,250 | 7.7% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Sandyville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millerton | 44 | $89,375 | $135,900 | 20.7% | 6.8% |
| Aspinwall | 45 | $61,250 | $85,000 | 17.1% | 35.6% |
| Climbing Hill | 45 | $87,500 | $137,500 | 46.7% | 0.0% |
| Plover | 45 | $41,250 | N/A | 13.9% | 17.8% |
| Thayer | 45 | $55,000 | $25,800 | 7.4% | 4.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 44, Sandyville'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
Sandyville is a small community located in Iowa, within Warren County. The total population is 44. It ranks as the 956th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sandyville is 47.0 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. With 31.8% of the population under 18, Sandyville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 2.3%. This is 80% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Sandyville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $187,500. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $208,000. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sandyville 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
16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 80.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sandyville, 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 Sandyville, Iowa?
Sandyville, Iowa has a population of 44 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sandyville, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sandyville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sandyville, IA?
The poverty rate in Sandyville is 2.3%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sandyville, Iowa?
Sandyville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sandyville, IA?
The median home value in Sandyville is $187,500.
How educated is Sandyville, Iowa?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Sandyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.