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Fort Madison, IA

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Population
9,935
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
526 ft
Median Home Value
$94,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$826/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$50,705
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Fort Madison in context.

OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityBurlington, Iowa17 miles away · 23,336 residents.

About Fort Madison

Fort Madison is a city in southeastern Iowa, sharing the role of county seat for Lee County alongside Keokuk. Situated on a scenic bend of the Mississippi River and historically famous as the home of the Sheaffer Pen Company and the Iowa State Penitentiary, the community of approximately 10,133 is served by the Fort Madison Community School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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