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Ruthven, IA

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Population
714
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,439 ft
Median Home Value
$105,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$608/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$58,625
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Ruthven

Ruthven sits right in northwest Iowa's lake country, earning the local nickname Hub of the Wetlands because of the several lakes within a short drive. Lost Island Lake is just four miles north, making it easy to spend summer weekends boating, camping, swimming at the beach, or walking the trails around the nature center. It is a quiet, easygoing small town along Highway 18 where outdoor recreation is always close by.

Daily life revolves around the Ruthven-Ayrshire school district, the local library, city parks, and the community pool. The town really comes together every summer for Bully Bullhead Weekend right after the Fourth of July, drawing crowds for a parade, kids' carnival, tractor ride, and local fishing tournament. It is a welcoming, close-knit community with a classic Iowa pace of life.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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