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Elkhart, IA

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Population
1,097
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
975 ft
Median Home Value
$253,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$836/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$84,554
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Elkhart

Tucked away in northern Polk County, Elkhart offers a quiet, relaxed atmosphere just minutes north of Ankeny and the Des Moines metro. It has grown into a popular spot for people looking for open space, friendly neighborhoods, and the highly regarded North Polk school district. Life here moves at a comfortable pace, giving you plenty of small-town charm while keeping shopping, dining, and daily commutes conveniently close to home.

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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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