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Alton, IA

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Population
1,254
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,324 ft
Median Home Value
$218,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$813/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$98,036
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Alton

Set along the Floyd River in northwest Iowa, Alton is a quiet Sioux County community of around 1,200 people. It offers genuine small-town living, with tree-lined streets, spacious yards, and open farmland stretching out in every direction. Originally founded as a railroad stop in the late 1800s, the town has evolved into a calm residential community with deep agricultural roots and a relaxed pace of life.

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Families here attend the highly rated MOC-Floyd Valley Community School District, shared with neighboring towns. Sitting just a few minutes east of Orange City, Alton gives residents a peaceful home base with an easy drive to regional employers, local dining, and healthcare. It is a warm, family-friendly place where newcomers can quickly find their footing and settle into community life.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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