Yorktown, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Yorktown, Iowa had a total population of 57, the 930th largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $83,750, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.
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 0.9x.
Yorktown Quick Facts
How Yorktown 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 | 26 | 57 | +119.2% |
| Median household income | $47,500 | $83,750 | +76.3% |
| Median home value | $83,300 | $76,100 | -8.6% |
How Yorktown 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+)
Yorktown Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Page County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarinda | 5,353 | $46,348 | 12.1% | $114,200 |
| Shenandoah | 4,892 | $59,783 | 21.0% | $116,700 |
| Essex | 854 | $58,095 | 13.4% | $89,900 |
| Coin | 277 | $48,889 | 12.3% | $50,000 |
| Braddyville | 173 | $58,438 | 7.1% | $80,000 |
| College Springs | 171 | $72,888 | 17.5% | $76,300 |
| Shambaugh | 113 | $70,250 | 7.1% | $66,100 |
| Northboro | 90 | $56,875 | 0.0% | $53,000 |
| Blanchard | 33 | $56,250 | 0.0% | $60,000 |
Cities Similar to Yorktown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toeterville | 56 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 71.4% |
| Downey | 59 | N/A | N/A | 18.6% | 0.0% |
| Swan | 55 | N/A | N/A | 17.8% | 10.9% |
| Randalia | 60 | N/A | $64,000 | 21.6% | 21.7% |
| Kirkman | 58 | $77,917 | $118,800 | 9.3% | 10.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 57, Yorktown'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
Yorktown is a small community located in Iowa, within Page County. The total population is 57. It ranks as the 930th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Yorktown is 33.2 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 35.1% of the population under 18, Yorktown has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Yorktown is $83,750. This is 12% higher than the state median of $75,059. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 7.7%. This is 115% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $76,100. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x, Yorktown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Yorktown 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Yorktown, 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 Yorktown, Iowa?
Yorktown, Iowa has a population of 57 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Yorktown, IA?
The median household income in Yorktown is $83,750, which is 4% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Yorktown, IA?
The poverty rate in Yorktown is 5.3%. This means approximately 3 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Yorktown, Iowa?
Yorktown's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Yorktown, IA?
The median home value in Yorktown is $76,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.9x.
How educated is Yorktown, Iowa?
16.7% of adults (25+) in Yorktown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.