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Estherville, IA

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Population
5,807
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,298 ft
Median Home Value
$101,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$754/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$54,124
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Estherville

Estherville sits along the West Fork of the Des Moines River in northwest Iowa, offering a friendly, relaxed setting for around 6,000 residents. The town features a well-kept downtown, a restored Carnegie library, and quiet neighborhoods centered around the courthouse square. Outdoor lovers can head straight to Fort Defiance State Park for wooded hiking trails and camping, while students and families benefit from the Estherville Lincoln Central schools and the main campus of Iowa Lakes Community College.

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A big perk of living here is the easy drive to the Iowa Great Lakes, giving you quick access to boating and dining in Okoboji while enjoying lower housing costs and everyday peace back home. With a steady local economy, reliable healthcare, and plenty of open green spaces, Estherville offers a comfortable, practical lifestyle for newcomers looking to settle into a welcoming Midwestern community.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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