Russell, Iowa

Quick Statistics

Russell is a community in Lucas County, Iowa, home to about 613 people spread across 1.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $30,547 a year, and a typical home is worth about $61,500. About 23.4% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 11 percent over the past decade.

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613
Total Population
▲ up 11% since 2012
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1.03 sq. mi.
Total Land Area
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$30,547
Median Personal Income
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$61,500
Median Home Value
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23.4%
College Educated
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94.0%
Have Health Insurance
▲ up 5.8 points since 2010
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Russell ranks number 424 of 1,017 in population, number 894 in median household income, number 865 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.

Summers around Russell typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 11°F. The area sees roughly 24 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Russell
# Town Distance Population
1.Chariton, IA6.2 mi.4,242
2.Melrose, IA7.8 mi.115
3.Williamson, IA8.0 mi.190
4.Millerton, IA10.6 mi.44
5.Derby, IA13.8 mi.110
6.Lucas, IA14.0 mi.145
7.Promise City, IA16.3 mi.105
8.Corydon, IA16.5 mi.1,628
Frequently Asked Questions About Russell

What is the population of Russell, Iowa?
Russell has a population of about 613 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Russell, Iowa in?
Russell is located in Lucas County, Iowa.

What is the median home value in Russell, Iowa?
The median home value in Russell is about $61,500, based on American Community Survey data.

What is the median income in Russell, Iowa?
The median personal income in Russell is about $30,547 per year.

How many tornadoes have hit near Russell, Iowa?
Since 1950, 12 tornadoes have been recorded in Lucas County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.

What is the weather like in Russell, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 11 degrees, with around 24 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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