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Harper, IA

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Population
117
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
810 ft
Median Home Value
$99,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$100,417
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Harper

Harper is a quiet Keokuk County community of just over 100 residents, offering a classic small-town feel surrounded by open Iowa farmland. The town is anchored by the historic Saints Peter and Paul Church, a longtime local landmark. Life here is simple and peaceful, with a close-knit neighborhood vibe and very little traffic. Local students attend schools in the neighboring Keota district, and residents enjoy a relaxed rural setting while staying within an easy drive of nearby towns for shopping, dining, and daily essentials.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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