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Washta, IA

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Population
199
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,151 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$48,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$500/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$46,979
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Washta

Set along the banks of the Little Sioux River in Cherokee County, Washta offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere with deep rural roots. The town is famous for a historic winter morning in 1912 when the temperature dropped to 47 below zero, earning it the nickname the Coldest Spot in Iowa. Today, residents enjoy quiet country living, easy access to nearby hubs like Cherokee and Correctionville, and local schools through the River Valley Community School District.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingRural FitA+99.1ratingRegional Agriculture, Forestry & Food Production HubA95.5rating

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