Vining, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Vining, Iowa had a total population of 68, the 914th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $73,750, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
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 1.2x.
Vining Quick Facts
How Vining 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 | 66 | 68 | +3.0% |
| Median household income | $74,583 | $73,750 | -1.1% |
| Median home value | $82,900 | $90,000 | +8.6% |
How Vining 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+)
Vining Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Tama County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tama | 3,051 | $68,661 | 24.0% | $106,800 |
| Toledo | 1,966 | $53,333 | 22.2% | $118,400 |
| Dysart | 1,519 | $67,695 | 12.3% | $158,300 |
| Traer | 1,519 | $76,406 | 11.2% | $151,900 |
| Gladbrook | 992 | $70,125 | 14.9% | $125,200 |
| Garwin | 571 | $55,714 | 7.7% | $87,600 |
| Clutier | 426 | $65,156 | 34.3% | $61,800 |
| Chelsea | 404 | $40,313 | 25.3% | $43,500 |
| Montour | 206 | $81,346 | 6.8% | $94,200 |
| Elberon | 143 | $57,188 | 23.1% | $110,000 |
Cities Similar to Vining
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oto | 68 | N/A | $56,700 | 31.3% | 17.6% |
| Marysville | 70 | N/A | $205,000 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
| Scarville | 66 | N/A | N/A | 15.8% | 27.3% |
| Stanley | 69 | $70,500 | N/A | 11.3% | 7.2% |
| St. Paul | 65 | $72,500 | $140,600 | 40.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 68, Vining'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
Vining is a small community located in Iowa, within Tama County. The total population is 68. It ranks as the 914th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Vining is 46.0 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 14.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Vining 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 8.8%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.7%. This is 86% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $90,000. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Vining is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 96.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Vining has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.3%.
Education
20.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 Vining, 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 Vining, Iowa?
Vining, Iowa has a population of 68 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Vining, IA?
The median household income in Vining is $73,750, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Vining, IA?
The poverty rate in Vining is 8.8%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Vining, Iowa?
Vining's population is 92.7% White, 0.0% Black, 7.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Vining, IA?
The median home value in Vining is $90,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Vining, Iowa?
20.4% of adults (25+) in Vining hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.