Armstrong, Iowa

Quick Statistics

Armstrong is a community in Emmet County, Iowa, home to about 703 people spread across 0.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $35,652 a year, and a typical home is worth about $90,500. About 33.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 24 percent over the past decade.

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703
Total Population
▼ down 24% since 2012
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0.88 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$35,652
Median Personal Income
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$90,500
Median Home Value
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33.3%
College Educated
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91.9%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 5.1 points since 2010
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Armstrong ranks number 391 of 1,017 in population, number 674 in median household income, number 694 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Armstrong typically top out near 83°F in July, while January nights average about 5°F. The area sees roughly 37 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Armstrong
# Town Distance Population
1.Ringsted, IA7.0 mi.380
2.Dolliver, IA8.1 mi.161
3.Swea City, IA8.7 mi.591
4.Gruver, IA11.1 mi.30
5.Ceylon, MN12.1 mi.259
6.Fenton, IA12.5 mi.290
7.Lone Rock, IA14.4 mi.106
8.Bancroft, IA15.1 mi.626
Frequently Asked Questions About Armstrong

What is the population of Armstrong, Iowa?
Armstrong has a population of about 703 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Armstrong, Iowa in?
Armstrong is located in Emmet County, Iowa.

What is the median home value in Armstrong, Iowa?
The median home value in Armstrong is about $90,500, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in Armstrong, Iowa?
The median personal income in Armstrong is about $35,652 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Armstrong, Iowa?
Since 1950, 22 tornadoes have been recorded in Emmet County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Armstrong, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 83 degrees and January lows about 5 degrees, with around 37 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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