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Charter Oak, IA

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Population
513
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,255 ft
Median Home Value
$77,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,042
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Charter Oak

Charter Oak is a small, quiet community of around 500 people in Crawford County, set along the East Soldier River in western Iowa. Founded in the late 1800s as a rail stop, the town has long since transitioned into a peaceful farming community. Everyday life is calm and unhurried, with Iowa Highway 141 running right through town to connect residents to Denison, Sioux City, and the rest of the region.

Charter Oak, IA PA140786

For education, local students attend the Charter Oak-Ute School District through eighth grade before teaming up with neighboring Maple Valley-Anthon-Oto for high school and vocational programs. It is the kind of place where neighbors know one another and open countryside is always just down the street, making it a great fit for anyone seeking affordable, easygoing small-town living.

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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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