Elk Horn, IA
- Elevation
- 1,344 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
Highlights
What stands out in Elk Horn
Explore
More places like Elk Horn
About Elk Horn
Elk Horn is a quiet town of around 600 people in western Iowa, best known for its deep Danish heritage. Settled by Danish immigrants in the late 1800s, the community still holds onto its roots through traditional Scandinavian architecture, local bakeries serving fresh pastries, and annual celebrations like Tivoli Fest. It offers a relaxed, rural pace of life where neighbors know one another and traditions are woven into everyday routines.
The town's standout landmarks include the Museum of Danish America and an authentic 1848 Danish windmill that was brought over from Denmark and rebuilt here in the 1970s. Families are served by the Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton school district, which maintains a campus right in town. For prospective residents looking for quiet country living, a close-knit community, and a unique cultural identity, Elk Horn offers plenty of charm.
Top Rating Signals
Highest current ratings for this town.
Loading town details...
Beyond Elk Horn, IA
Is this the right place for you?
Every rating on this page comes from the same model behind our search. Tell us what matters to you and we’ll rank every community we cover around your priorities, and show you where Elk Horn, IA lands.