Elk Horn, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Elk Horn is a community in Shelby County, Iowa, home to about 728 people spread across 0.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $31,101 a year, and a typical home is worth about $133,200. About 37.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 10 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Elk Horn ranks number 381 of 1,017 in population, number 533 in median household income, number 413 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Elk Horn typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 10°F. The area sees roughly 31 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Kimballton, IA | 2.5 mi. | 319 |
| 2. | Jacksonville, IA | 5.9 mi. | 0 |
| 3. | Brayton, IA | 7.6 mi. | 101 |
| 4. | Exira, IA | 9.3 mi. | 705 |
| 5. | Marne, IA | 10.3 mi. | 98 |
| 6. | Walnut, IA | 10.9 mi. | 1,342 |
| 7. | Audubon, IA | 11.0 mi. | 2,130 |
| 8. | Corley, IA | 14.0 mi. | 0 |
What is the population of Elk Horn, Iowa?
Elk Horn has a population of about 728 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Elk Horn, Iowa in?
Elk Horn is located in Shelby County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Elk Horn, Iowa?
The median home value in Elk Horn is about $133,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Elk Horn, Iowa?
The median personal income in Elk Horn is about $31,101 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Elk Horn, Iowa?
Since 1950, 31 tornadoes have been recorded in Shelby County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Elk Horn, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 10 degrees, with around 31 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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