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Glenwood, IA

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Population
5,287
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,017 ft
Median Home Value
$206,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$924/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$71,790
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Overall#25 best place in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityBellevue, Nebraska12 miles away · 64,863 residents.

About Glenwood

Glenwood is the largest city and the county seat of Mills County, Iowa, set in a hollow of the scenic Loess Hills east of the Missouri River. Originally founded by Mormon pioneers before their westward trek to Utah, the historic agricultural community of approximately 5,144 is served by the Glenwood Community School District for public education.

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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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