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Fort Atkinson, IA

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Population
301
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,027 ft
Median Home Value
$132,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$73,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Fort Atkinson

Fort Atkinson is a quiet, close-knit town nestled in the rolling countryside of northeast Iowa's Winneshiek County. Home to around 300 people, the community sits along the Turkey River and is best known for its frontier heritage. Overlooking the valley is the Fort Atkinson State Preserve, where preserved stone barracks and green grounds offer scenic walking spots and a tangible connection to the area's 1840s roots.

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Daily life here is peaceful and unhurried, anchored by local spots like the community library, neighborhood churches, and the nearby Turkey Valley schools. Every September, the town draws crowds from across the region for the Fort Atkinson Rendezvous, a lively weekend festival filled with traditional crafts, food, and historical reenactments. It is an appealing spot for anyone looking for simple rural living with plenty of character, all within an easy drive of Decorah's shops and dining.

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