Ayr is a city located in Ringgold County, in the state of Iowa (IA), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 2.5 square miles (7.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1236 ft. With a population of approximately 1,822 residents, Ayr offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.57% males and 55.43% females, and it has a population density of 720.16 people per square mile (278.05/km²). Ayr lies at a latitude of 40.71 and a longitude of -94.24, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (14.3%), followed by English (10.7%), German (16%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 50854.