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Morning Sun, IA

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Population
688
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
755 ft
Median Home Value
$102,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$869/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,350
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Morning Sun

Morning Sun is a quiet, friendly small town tucked away in southeastern Iowa's Louisa County. Surrounded by rolling farmland and scenic country roads, it offers peaceful rural living within easy reach of nearby hubs like Wapello, Muscatine, and Burlington. With Iowa Highway 78 running along the north side of town, residents enjoy simple commutes while getting to come home to a calm, close-knit neighborhood.

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The community dates back to the 1850s and holds a neat claim to fame as the testing ground for Iowa's first rural mail delivery. Today, Morning Sun keeps that classic hometown feel alive, with quiet residential streets, local gathering spots, and plenty of Midwestern charm. It is a great fit for anyone looking for open spaces, familiar neighbors, and a relaxed pace of life.

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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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