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Lacona, IA

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Population
344
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
860 ft
Median Home Value
$97,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$950/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$70,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Lacona

Lacona is a quiet, tight-knit small town in southern Warren County, sitting about 45 minutes south of the Des Moines metro. With fewer than 400 residents, it offers a peaceful rural setting surrounded by rolling farmland, timber, and nearby parks. The layout is simple and easy to navigate, with everyday life centered around Main Street, quiet residential lanes, and Mill Brook winding along the edge of town.

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Community connections run deep here, especially through the Southeast Warren School District. Lacona is home to the district's intermediate school, while neighboring Milo and Liberty Center host the other grades, meaning families regularly share sports, community gatherings, and school activities across the three towns. Between the local library, the town park, and the welcoming neighbors, Lacona is a great fit for anyone looking for authentic small-town tranquility within reach of the city.

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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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