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Wapello, IA

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Population
1,979
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
583 ft
Median Home Value
$143,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$711/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$72,708
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Wapello

Set along the banks of the Iowa River, Wapello serves as the seat of Louisa County and offers a quiet, welcoming pace of life. Named in honor of Meskwaki Chief Wapello, the community is rooted in local history while offering the everyday comforts of a small Midwestern town. U.S. 61 runs right through, making it an easy commute to nearby cities like Muscatine or Burlington. With its scenic river access, unhurried streets, and close-knit neighborhood feel, Wapello is a great fit for anyone looking for peaceful rural living in eastern Iowa.

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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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