Houghton, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Houghton is a community in Lee County, Iowa, home to about 72 people spread across 0.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $61,250 a year, and a typical home is worth about $252,800. About 59.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Houghton ranks number 908 of 1,017 in population, number 62 in median household income, number 86 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Houghton typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 17°F. The area sees roughly 18 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Salem, IA | 4.8 mi. | 349 |
| 2. | St. Paul, IA | 5.0 mi. | 65 |
| 3. | Hillsboro, IA | 6.5 mi. | 120 |
| 4. | West Point, IA | 9.5 mi. | 840 |
| 5. | Franklin, IA | 9.6 mi. | 148 |
| 6. | Donnellson, IA | 9.9 mi. | 776 |
| 7. | Bonaparte, IA | 11.5 mi. | 302 |
| 8. | Farmington, IA | 12.1 mi. | 540 |
What is the population of Houghton, Iowa?
Houghton has a population of about 72 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Houghton, Iowa in?
Houghton is located in Lee County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Houghton, Iowa?
The median home value in Houghton is about $252,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Houghton, Iowa?
The median personal income in Houghton is about $61,250 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Houghton, Iowa?
Since 1950, 35 tornadoes have been recorded in Lee County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Houghton, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 17 degrees, with around 18 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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