Chariton city, Iowa
Chariton city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Chariton city is a geographic entity located in Lucas County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,242. The land area covers 3.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,242 | ±16 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,821 | ±103 | 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 | 1,924 | ±107 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,821 | ±103 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 103 | ±84 |
| Median Home Value | $81,900 | ±$9,946 |
| Median Gross Rent | $689 | ±$171 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,979 | ±$11,523 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,196 | ±$3,360 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 714 | ±242 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,787 | ±158 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.4% | ±4.4% |
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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COUNTY OF LUCAS
GUS Population: 8,758 (2024)
ID: 164260
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: LUCAS COUNTY ASSESSOR
916 BRADEN AVE, CHARITON IA 50049-1706
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Chariton | 09-12 | Chariton, IA | |
| Regular School Chariton | 06-08 | Chariton, IA | |
| Regular School Chariton | KG-02 | Chariton, IA | |
| Regular School Chariton | 03-05 | Chariton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Dallas, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Melcher, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Humeston, 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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LUCAS COUNTY HEALTH CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1200 NORTH 7TH STREET, CHARITON, IA, 50049 |
(641) 774-3000
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CHARITON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 803 BRADEN AVE, CHARITON, IA, 50049 |
(641) 774-5514
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LACONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 107 E MAIN, LACONA, IA, 50139 |
(641) 534-4400
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HUMESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 302 BROAD ST, HUMESTON, IA, 50123 |
(641) 877-4811
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MELCHER-DALLAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 111 S MAIN ST, MELCHER-DALLAS, IA, 50163 |
(641) 947-6700
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KARL MILES LECOMPTE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 110 S FRANKLIN ST, CORYDON, IA, 50060 |
(641) 872-1621
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MILO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 123 MAIN ST, MILO, IA, 50166 |
(641) 942-6557
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GARDEN GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 103 W MAIN ST, GARDEN GROVE, IA, 50103 |
(641) 443-2172
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ALLERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 103 S CENTRAL, ALLERTON, IA, 50008 |
(641) 873-4575
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KNOXVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 213 E MONTGOMERY ST, KNOXVILLE, IA, 50138 |
(641) 828-0585
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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 CHARITON 1 E, IA US, located 1.6 miles from Chariton city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.0° | 10.6° | 20.8° | 0.96" | 7.9" |
| February | 35.7° | 13.7° | 24.7° | 1.40" | 6.5" |
| March | 48.5° | 24.7° | 36.6° | 1.90" | 3.5" |
| April | 61.0° | 35.0° | 48.0° | 4.15" | 0.8" |
| May | 70.7° | 46.6° | 58.7° | 5.39" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.3° | 57.1° | 68.7° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.5° | 61.5° | 73.0° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.1° | 59.0° | 71.1° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.1° | 49.8° | 62.9° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.8° | 37.8° | 50.8° | 2.98" | 0.3" |
| November | 48.6° | 26.1° | 37.4° | 2.03" | 2.0" |
| December | 36.5° | 16.2° | 26.4° | 1.27" | 3.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chariton city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Williamson city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Russell city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Lucas city | City | 8.0 mi | — |
| Derby city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Millerton city | City | 11.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1911790643. • 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.