Armstrong Grove township, Iowa
Armstrong Grove township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Armstrong Grove township is a geographic entity located in Emmet County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 876. The land area covers 36.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | ±95 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs | ±8.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 429 | ±61 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 487 | ±64 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 429 | ±61 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 58 | ±26 |
| Median Home Value | $96,700 | ±$22,032 |
| Median Gross Rent | $612 | ±$36 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,792 | ±$13,529 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,633 | ±$4,356 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 36 | ±29 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±4.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 429 | ±68 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.2% | ±7.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 9,162 (2024)
ID: 164248
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
609 1ST AVE N, ESTHERVILLE IA 51334-2245
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Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Graettinger, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Graettinger, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Swea City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fenton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Armstrong, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Swea City, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Iowa Lakes Community College
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College | 16.8 mi away | 19 S 7th St, Estherville, IA, 51334-2295 |
7123622601
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ARMSTRONG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 308 6TH ST, ARMSTRONG, IA, 50514 |
(712) 868-3353
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RINGSTED PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 8 W MAPLE, RINGSTED, IA, 50578 |
(712) 866-0878
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SWEA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 208 3RD ST N, SWEA CITY, IA, 50590 |
(515) 272-4216
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FENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 605 MAPLE ST, FENTON, IA, 50539 |
(515) 889-2333
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BANCROFT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 208 E RAMSEY ST, BANCROFT, IA, 50517 |
(515) 885-2753
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GRAETTINGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 115 W ROBINS ST, GRAETTINGER, IA, 51342 |
(712) 859-3592
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ESTHERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 613 CENTRAL AVE, ESTHERVILLE, IA, 51334 |
(712) 362-7731
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LEDYARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 220 EDMUNDS ST, LEDYARD, IA, 50556 |
(515) 646-3111
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FAIRMONT (CENTRAL)
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 110 NORTH PARK STREET, FAIRMONT, MN, 56031 |
(507) 238-4207
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at SWEA CITY 5N, IA US, located 10.8 miles from Armstrong Grove township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.9° | 4.5° | 13.2° | 0.87" | 10.9" |
| February | 26.9° | 8.1° | 17.5° | 0.93" | 8.5" |
| March | 39.7° | 21.4° | 30.5° | 1.76" | 4.6" |
| April | 55.4° | 32.5° | 43.9° | 3.43" | 3.6" |
| May | 67.7° | 45.6° | 56.6° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.8° | 56.9° | 67.3° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.8° | 59.8° | 70.3° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.3° | 57.5° | 67.9° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.6° | 48.0° | 60.3° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.7° | 35.2° | 46.9° | 2.52" | 0.7" |
| November | 41.9° | 22.1° | 32.0° | 1.46" | 3.1" |
| December | 27.6° | 11.2° | 19.4° | 1.17" | 8.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Armstrong city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ringsted city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Dolliver city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| Swea City city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Gruver city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Ceylon city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1906390081. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.