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Van Wert, IA

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Population
175
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,160 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$66,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$775/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$74,375
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Van Wert

Van Wert is a quiet rural community tucked into the farmland of northern Decatur County. Home to fewer than 200 people, the town offers a simple, peaceful pace of life with open countryside right outside your front door. Local kids attend classes in the Clarke Community School District, and residents enjoy a relaxed country setting while still being a quick drive from daily necessities in neighboring towns.

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Rural FitA+97.9ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA96.3ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA95.3rating

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