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Chelsea, IA

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Population
208
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
787 ft
Median Home Value
$43,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$40,313
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Chelsea

Located in Tama County along the historic Lincoln Highway, Chelsea is a small, quiet town set right between the Iowa River and Otter Creek. Life here moves at an easy rural pace, with friendly neighbors and plenty of nearby green space at the Iowa River Natural Area. While its low-lying spot by the river has brought its share of floods over the years, the community has always stuck together. It offers simple, low-key living for anyone looking to settle down in the Iowa countryside.

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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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