Humeston, IA

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Population
471
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,106 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$83,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$542/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$58,836
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Humeston is a quiet small town in south-central Iowa where rolling farmland meets a strong sense of local history. Located in Wayne County along the historic path of the Mormon Trail, the area has deep pioneer roots that residents still celebrate today. While it offers the open skies and calm rhythm typical of rural Iowa, the community is easy to settle into, with scenic prairie landscapes and nearby county parks giving newcomers plenty of room to breathe.

Daily life here centers around a close-knit community and the Mormon Trail School District, which brings together families from Humeston and neighboring towns. Broad Street holds essential hometown staples, from local shops and a cozy public library to a community health clinic. Between youth sports, active FFA programs, and the town swimming pool on warm summer afternoons, Humeston provides a friendly, welcoming environment for anyone looking for quiet rural living.

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