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Cresco, IA

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Population
3,925
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,291 ft
Median Home Value
$117,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$715/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,608
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityAustin, Minnesota48 miles away · 26,689 residents.

About Cresco

Cresco is an incorporated city and the county seat of Howard County, Iowa, operating in northeastern Iowa near the Minnesota border. Platted in 1866 and famous for hosting the annual Mighty Howard County Fair and Glen Brand Wrestling Hall of Fame, the agricultural trade hub of approximately 3,908 is served by Howard-Winneshiek CSD locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.3rating

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