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Russell, IA

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Population
477
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,030 ft
Median Home Value
$61,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$589/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$44,821
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityIndianola, Iowa33 miles away · 16,829 residents.

About Russell

Russell is a city in Lucas County, Iowa, United States. The 2020 census counted 472 residents. Russell was incorporated as a city on April 25, 1887. The town was originally settled by German and Irish settlers in the 1850s. The through line in Russell is the way its history and present-day settings remain visible on the same map. Russell makes the most sense through those concrete details, with its history still visible in the settings people use 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+100.0rating

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