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Knoxville, IA

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Population
7,469
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
909 ft
Median Home Value
$160,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$801/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,599
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityAltoona, Iowa30 miles away · 22,796 residents.

About Knoxville

Knoxville is a city and the county seat of Marion County, Iowa, situated thirty-five miles southeast of Des Moines. Serving as the home of the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Museum alongside the historic Knoxville Raceway, the community of approximately 7,473 is served by the Knoxville Community School District for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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