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Woodward, IA

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Population
1,426
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,070 ft
Median Home Value
$179,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$65,658
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Woodward

Located in northern Dallas County, Woodward offers a relaxed small-town setting within an easy drive of the Des Moines metro. Daily life here moves at an easy pace, with quiet residential streets, friendly neighbors, and open Iowa skies. The town is best known as the western anchor of the High Trestle Trail, putting miles of paved recreation and the famous illuminated river bridge right in your backyard.

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The trailhead at Colton Park gives locals a convenient spot to hop on a bike, take an evening walk, or grab a bite near Main Street. Families are served by the Woodward-Granger school district, which places the middle and high schools right in town and the elementary school just down the road in Granger. For anyone seeking a close-knit community, scenic open space, and great outdoor access close to the city, Woodward makes a comfortable place to settle down.

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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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