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Schleswig, IA

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Population
817
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,502 ft
Median Home Value
$163,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$528/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$73,315
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Schleswig

Tucked into the rolling hills of Crawford County, Schleswig is a quiet, close-knit town with deep German roots. Founded in 1899 by settlers who named it after their homeland, the community proudly displays that heritage in its distinctive German-style architecture along the main business district. Located just a short fifteen-minute drive north of Denison, it gives residents a peaceful rural lifestyle surrounded by open Iowa farmland.

Schleswig Iowa Community Building

Daily life revolves around the local school, neighborhood parks, and long-standing community traditions like the annual Calf Show Days. While larger healthcare facilities and major shopping centers are an easy trip away in Denison, Schleswig maintains a comfortable, friendly atmosphere where neighbors look out for one another. It is a great fit for anyone looking for a safe, relaxed, and welcoming small-town setting.

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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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