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Deep River, IA

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Population
245
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
907 ft
Median Home Value
$95,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$481/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$83,125
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Deep River

Deep River is a quiet, small-town community set among the rolling cornfields of Poweshiek County. The town originally took off in the late 1800s around the local railroad depot, which quickly became the center of daily commerce and travel. Though the tracks and trains are long gone, that historic depot remains a recognizable landmark and a reminder of the town's roots.

Community Center Deep River Iowa

Today, life in Deep River revolves around wide-open country views and a close-knit neighborhood feel. Students attend classes in the neighboring Montezuma and English Valleys school districts, and residents enjoy a relaxed pace with easy access to nearby county hubs. It offers a simple, peaceful setting for anyone wanting true rural Iowa living.

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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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