Melvin, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Melvin is a community in Osceola County, Iowa, home to about 230 people spread across 0.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $36,250 a year, and a typical home is worth about $68,000. About 17.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 92.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Melvin ranks number 672 of 1,017 in population, number 508 in median household income, number 831 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Melvin typically top out near 82°F in July, while January nights average about 5°F. The area sees roughly 42 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Sanborn, IA | 7.6 mi. | 1,323 |
| 2. | Ashton, IA | 9.3 mi. | 461 |
| 3. | Ocheyedan, IA | 9.8 mi. | 511 |
| 4. | Hartley, IA | 10.0 mi. | 1,553 |
| 5. | Sibley, IA | 10.4 mi. | 2,803 |
| 6. | Archer, IA | 13.7 mi. | 130 |
| 7. | Primghar, IA | 13.8 mi. | 1,014 |
| 8. | Sheldon, IA | 13.9 mi. | 5,474 |
What is the population of Melvin, Iowa?
Melvin has a population of about 230 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Melvin, Iowa in?
Melvin is located in Osceola County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Melvin, Iowa?
The median home value in Melvin is about $68,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Melvin, Iowa?
The median personal income in Melvin is about $36,250 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Melvin, Iowa?
Since 1950, 30 tornadoes have been recorded in Osceola County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Melvin, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 82 degrees and January lows about 5 degrees, with around 42 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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