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Houghton, IA

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Population
126
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
716 ft
Median Home Value
$252,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$900/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$106,042
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Houghton

Houghton is a tiny, peaceful community in Lee County that offers plenty of small-town charm alongside some surprising local job opportunities. Established employers like Conrad American and Stuke Iowa give the town a steady economic anchor right along Highway 16. For families thinking about settling down here, daily life is quiet and relaxed, with local students heading to schools in the Fort Madison district. You get the calm of rural Iowa living, while the nearby hubs of Fort Madison and Keokuk make it easy to head out for shopping, dining, and everyday 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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