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Population
116
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,470 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Income
$71,875
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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Archer is a tiny rural community in northwest Iowa's O'Brien County, home to just over 100 residents. Life here is quiet and centered around open farmland, located a few miles south of Highway 18. First established in the late 1800s, the town offers classic small-town simplicity, with nearby hubs like Sheldon and Primghar providing easy access to schools, groceries, and healthcare.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingRegional Agriculture, Forestry & Food Production HubA95.8ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA95.8rating

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