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Mitchellville, IA

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Population
2,671
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
973 ft
Median Home Value
$206,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$779/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$81,172
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityAltoona, Iowa6.0 miles away · 22,796 residents.

About Mitchellville

Mitchellville is a city in Polk and Jasper counties, Iowa, operating as part of the Des Moines metropolitan area. Founded in 1856 by pioneer Thomas Mitchell and hosting the Iowa Correctional Institution for Women within its limits, the residential community of approximately 2,579 is served by the Southeast Polk Community School District for public education locally today.

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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+98.7rating

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