Garrison, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Garrison is a community in Benton County, Iowa, home to about 286 people spread across 0.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $33,750 a year, and a typical home is worth about $72,900. About 21.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.7% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 23 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Garrison ranks number 614 of 1,017 in population, number 631 in median household income, number 813 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Garrison typically top out near 81°F in July, while January nights average about 8°F. The area sees roughly 34 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Vinton, IA | 6.2 mi. | 4,948 |
| 2. | Mount Auburn, IA | 8.2 mi. | 172 |
| 3. | Dysart, IA | 8.6 mi. | 1,519 |
| 4. | Van Horne, IA | 9.9 mi. | 612 |
| 5. | Keystone, IA | 10.4 mi. | 674 |
| 6. | La Porte City, IA | 11.9 mi. | 2,071 |
| 7. | Elberon, IA | 13.1 mi. | 143 |
| 8. | Brandon, IA | 13.8 mi. | 307 |
What is the population of Garrison, Iowa?
Garrison has a population of about 286 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Garrison, Iowa in?
Garrison is located in Benton County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Garrison, Iowa?
The median home value in Garrison is about $72,900, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Garrison, Iowa?
The median personal income in Garrison is about $33,750 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Garrison, Iowa?
Since 1950, 46 tornadoes have been recorded in Benton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Garrison, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 81 degrees and January lows about 8 degrees, with around 34 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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