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Harlan, IA

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Population
4,859
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,253 ft
Median Home Value
$152,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$783/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$57,488
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityCouncil Bluffs, Iowa40 miles away · 62,680 residents.

About Harlan

Harlan is a city and the county seat of Shelby County, Iowa, situated along the West Nishnabotna River. Platted in 1858 and named in honor of United States Senator James Harlan, the agricultural and commercial center of approximately 4,893 at the 2020 census is served by the Harlan Community School District locally.

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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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