New Market, IA

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Population
381
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,234 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$102,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$832/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$50,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About New Market

New Market is a quiet, friendly town of around 400 people in southwest Iowa’s Taylor County. Life here moves at an easy pace, making it a great fit for people who want affordable small-town living with room to breathe. Families in town send their kids to nearby Clarinda or Bedford schools, both just a short drive down the highway.

Locals take pride in looking out for one another and keeping the community active. The former elementary school has been restored into the New Market Area Museum, showcasing local railroad and farming history, while Miner Pavilion and the community center host town picnics and seasonal events. For everyday shopping, dining, and healthcare, residents can easily pop over to Clarinda, leaving New Market as a peaceful place to come home to at the end of the day.

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