Hesper township, Iowa
Hesper township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hesper township is a geographic entity located in Winneshiek County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 216. The land area covers 29.93 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | ±95 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.6 yrs | ±17.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 101 | ±44 | 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 | 101 | ±44 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 101 | ±44 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $316,100 | ±$116,435 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,523 | ±$26,944 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,606 | ±$6,488 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% | ±12.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 24 | ±29 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±10.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 99 | ±44 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.1% | ±18.8% |
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 WINNESHIEK
GUS Population: 19,723 (2024)
ID: 204454
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
201 W MAIN ST, DECORAH IA 52101-1775
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CALEDONIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CALEDONIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CALEDONIA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-04 | Decorah, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Cresco, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Decorah, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Decorah, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PRESTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HARMONY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 10-12 | HARMONY, MN |
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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Luther College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA, 52101-1045 |
5633872000
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MABEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 110 E. NEWBURG, MABEL, MN, 55954 |
(507) 493-5336
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Northeast Iowa Community College
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College | 20.8 mi away | 1625 Hwy 150, Calmar, IA, 52132-0400 |
8446422338
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SPRING GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 172 WEST MAIN, SPRING GROVE, MN, 55974 |
(507) 498-5800
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DECORAH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 202 WINNEBAGO ST, DECORAH, IA, 52101 |
(563) 382-3717
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HARMONY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 225 3RD AV SW, HARMONY, MN, 55939 |
(507) 886-8133
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CRESCO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 320 N ELM ST, CRESCO, IA, 52136 |
(563) 547-2540
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CALEDONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 231 E MAIN STREET, CALEDONIA, MN, 55921 |
(507) 725-2671
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LANESBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 202 PARKWAY AVE. S., LANESBORO, MN, 55949 |
(507) 467-2649
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PRESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 101 ST PAUL ST NW, PRESTON, MN, 55965 |
(507) 765-4511
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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 MABEL, MN US, located 4.1 miles from Hesper township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.8° | 4.0° | 13.9° | 1.00" | — |
| February | 27.9° | 7.4° | 17.7° | 1.01" | — |
| March | 40.4° | 20.0° | 30.2° | 1.90" | — |
| April | 55.4° | 31.7° | 43.6° | 3.90" | — |
| May | 66.9° | 44.4° | 55.7° | 4.78" | — |
| June | 76.2° | 55.3° | 65.8° | 6.14" | — |
| July | 79.8° | 58.0° | 68.9° | 4.47" | — |
| August | 78.1° | 54.9° | 66.5° | 4.59" | — |
| September | 71.7° | 46.6° | 59.2° | 4.37" | — |
| October | 58.3° | 35.1° | 46.7° | 3.13" | — |
| November | 43.0° | 23.2° | 33.1° | 1.89" | — |
| December | 30.0° | 12.4° | 21.2° | 1.40" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burr Oak CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mabel city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Canton city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Spring Grove city | City | 10.2 mi | — |
| Decorah city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| Harmony city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1919191917. • 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.