Wesley, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wesley, Iowa had a total population of 360, the 560th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $68,125, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
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.
Wesley Quick Facts
How Wesley 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 | 356 | 360 | +1.1% |
| Median household income | $65,625 | $68,125 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $88,900 | $95,000 | +6.9% |
How Wesley 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+)
Wesley Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Kossuth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algona | 5,377 | $56,040 | 6.9% | $160,800 |
| West Bend | 855 | $86,154 | 7.4% | $159,700 |
| Bancroft | 626 | $60,000 | 10.2% | $120,700 |
| Swea City | 591 | $47,656 | 27.0% | $56,400 |
| Whittemore | 569 | $78,702 | 4.2% | $100,500 |
| Burt | 511 | $66,750 | 18.8% | $75,000 |
| Titonka | 452 | $72,250 | 8.2% | $65,800 |
| Lu Verne | 318 | $51,250 | 24.2% | $61,700 |
| Fenton | 290 | $55,417 | 6.6% | $55,000 |
| Lakota | 266 | $68,750 | 13.2% | $49,000 |
Cities Similar to Wesley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawler | 363 | $65,833 | $117,100 | 18.8% | 10.5% |
| Lacona | 354 | $70,100 | $97,500 | 15.1% | 10.7% |
| Minburn | 354 | $71,042 | $134,800 | 14.7% | 3.1% |
| Lytton | 357 | $62,708 | $65,600 | 13.3% | 7.6% |
| Letts | 361 | $76,538 | $122,400 | 11.0% | 3.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 360, Wesley'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
Wesley is a small community located in Iowa, within Kossuth County. The total population is 360. It ranks as the 560th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wesley is 35.3 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wesley is $68,125. This is 9% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 1% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $95,000. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Wesley is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wesley has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.2%.
Education
14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% 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 93.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wesley, 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 Wesley, Iowa?
Wesley, Iowa has a population of 360 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wesley, IA?
The median household income in Wesley is $68,125, which is 16% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wesley, IA?
The poverty rate in Wesley is 10.8%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wesley, Iowa?
Wesley's population is 91.1% White, 0.0% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wesley, IA?
The median home value in Wesley is $95,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Wesley, Iowa?
14.1% of adults (25+) in Wesley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.