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Population
133
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,244 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$39,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$59,063
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Palmer

Palmer got its start as a railroad stop back in 1899, and today it remains a peaceful, close-knit farming town in Pocahontas County. Life here is quiet and unhurried, with residential streets giving way to wide-open Iowa farmland. Local kids attend the Pocahontas Area Community School District, connecting families to sports and events in neighboring towns. If you are looking for friendly neighbors, open skies, and a calm, small-town rhythm, Palmer is a welcoming spot to call home.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingRural FitA+99.3ratingLower FEMA County Wildfire Risk IndexA+98.2rating

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