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Blockton, IA

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Population
123
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,115 ft
Median Home Value
$62,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$830/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$78,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communitySt. Joseph, Missouri62 miles away · 71,001 residents.

About Blockton

Blockton is a city in Taylor County, Iowa, United States. The 2020 census counted 125 residents. Blockton was founded by the Mormons in 1861, and it was originally known as Mormontown. A post office named Mormontown was established in 1872, and the name changed to Blockton in 1887 after the Mormons left the area. Blockton makes sense once you see how its past, landscape, and current gathering spots overlap. The useful thing to know about Blockton is that its older landmarks and current settings belong to one connected place. Blockton is located just east of the Platte River and the Ringgold -Taylor county border is its eastern extent.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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