Soldier, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Soldier, Iowa had a total population of 133, the 801st largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $56,250, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.8%.
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 1.4x.
Soldier Quick Facts
How Soldier 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 | 123 | 133 | +8.1% |
| Median household income | $49,375 | $56,250 | +13.9% |
| Median home value | $75,000 | $78,300 | +4.4% |
How Soldier 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+)
Soldier Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Monona County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onawa | 2,839 | $62,143 | 16.3% | $145,800 |
| Mapleton | 989 | $55,208 | 8.4% | $113,000 |
| Whiting | 777 | $73,333 | 9.7% | $113,800 |
| Ute | 351 | $55,341 | 12.0% | $75,000 |
| Blencoe | 280 | $86,875 | 2.9% | $87,500 |
| Moorhead | 195 | $45,000 | 26.2% | $54,200 |
| Castana | 162 | $55,469 | 6.2% | $74,400 |
| Turin | 131 | $94,129 | 0.8% | $95,000 |
| Rodney | 39 | $51,563 | 10.3% | $170,800 |
Cities Similar to Soldier
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot Mound | 132 | $58,750 | $75,000 | 6.4% | 4.5% |
| Little Sioux | 129 | N/A | $39,400 | 12.4% | 25.6% |
| Palmer | 134 | $59,063 | $39,600 | 7.5% | 32.1% |
| Floris | 128 | N/A | $53,300 | 13.0% | 6.3% |
| Meriden | 138 | $55,333 | $74,000 | 16.7% | 4.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 133, Soldier'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
Soldier is a small community located in Iowa, within Monona County. The total population is 133. It ranks as the 801st most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Soldier is 60.2 years. This is 56% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 11.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 13.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Soldier is $56,250. This is 25% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.8%. This is 43% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Soldier, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $78,300. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Soldier is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Soldier has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.0% of all residents.
Education
12.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 91.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Soldier, 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 Soldier, Iowa?
Soldier, Iowa has a population of 133 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Soldier, IA?
The median household income in Soldier is $56,250, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Soldier, IA?
The poverty rate in Soldier is 15.8%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Soldier, Iowa?
Soldier's population is 97.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Soldier, IA?
The median home value in Soldier is $78,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Soldier, Iowa?
12.5% of adults (25+) in Soldier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.