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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
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Knoxville

Knoxville is a welcoming small town in south-central Iowa, located about 35 miles southeast of Des Moines. Home to roughly 7,500 residents, it offers a relaxed, close-knit atmosphere with an easy commute into the metro area. The community is best known as the Sprint Car Capital of the World, drawing racing fans from all over every summer to the legendary Knoxville Raceway and the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame.

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Beyond race weekends, daily life revolves around a classic downtown square filled with local shops, casual dining, and the Marion County Courthouse. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate having Lake Red Rock just minutes away, offering miles of paved trails, boating, camping, and fishing. With its own school district, a regional hospital, and a steady local job market, Knoxville blends comfortable small-town living with a lot of hometown pride.

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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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