Leland, IA

Population
236
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,221 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$92,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$789/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Founded in the late 1800s in Winnebago County, Leland is a quiet, close-knit community in north-central Iowa. With around 250 residents, the town offers a peaceful atmosphere with tree-lined streets, local churches, and open farmland stretching in every direction. It gives locals plenty of breathing room and a friendly, relaxed pace just a few miles north of Forest City.

Students here attend the Forest City Community School District, connecting families to regional youth sports, academic programs, and school activities. Because Forest City is only a short drive down the road, residents can easily take advantage of larger amenities like grocery stores, healthcare, dining, and community parks. Leland is an inviting option for anyone looking for affordable small-town living with everyday conveniences close at hand.

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