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Winterset, IA

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Population
5,520
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,085 ft
Median Home Value
$192,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,095/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$67,708
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityWaukee, Iowa18 miles away · 34,890 residents.

About Winterset

Winterset is a city and the county seat of Madison County, Iowa, operating within the Des Moines metropolitan area. Famous as the birthplace of legendary actor John Wayne and for its iconic historic covered bridges celebrated during the annual Covered Bridge Festival, the community of approximately 5,416 is served by the Winterset Community School District for public education.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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