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Lake Mills, IA

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Population
2,050
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,289 ft
Median Home Value
$122,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$624/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,875
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Lake Mills

True to its name, Lake Mills got its start as a 19th-century milling settlement along the shores of Rice Lake. Today, this quiet Winnebago County community offers an easygoing small-town lifestyle with outdoor recreation right in its backyard. Locals spend weekends fishing, boating, or camping at nearby Rice Lake State Park, while the close-knit school district and welcoming downtown give the area a friendly neighborhood feel. It is a great northern Iowa spot for anyone looking for a slower pace and plenty of fresh air.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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