Le Mars, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Le Mars is a community in Plymouth County, Iowa, home to about 10,640 people spread across 8.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $43,517 a year, and a typical home is worth about $219,200. About 35.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 8 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Le Mars ranks number 39 of 1,017 in population, number 309 in median household income, number 121 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Le Mars typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 7°F. The area sees roughly 31 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Brunsville, IA | 5.1 mi. | 210 |
| 2. | Merrill, IA | 5.8 mi. | 846 |
| 3. | Oyens, IA | 6.4 mi. | 81 |
| 4. | Struble, IA | 7.9 mi. | 76 |
| 5. | Remsen, IA | 10.4 mi. | 1,823 |
| 6. | Craig, IA | 10.5 mi. | 49 |
| 7. | Hinton, IA | 12.7 mi. | 931 |
| 8. | Maurice, IA | 12.8 mi. | 206 |
What is the population of Le Mars, Iowa?
Le Mars has a population of about 10,640 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Le Mars, Iowa in?
Le Mars is located in Plymouth County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Le Mars, Iowa?
The median home value in Le Mars is about $219,200, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Le Mars, Iowa?
The median personal income in Le Mars is about $43,517 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Le Mars, Iowa?
Since 1950, 51 tornadoes have been recorded in Plymouth County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Le Mars, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 7 degrees, with around 31 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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