Leroy township, Iowa
Leroy township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Leroy township is a geographic entity located in Benton County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,139. The land area covers 35.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | ±177 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs | ±6.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 465 | ±78 | 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 | 493 | ±76 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 465 | ±78 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 28 | ±22 |
| Median Home Value | $212,800 | ±$13,671 |
| Median Gross Rent | $764 | ±$312 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,946 | ±$27,607 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,438 | ±$5,472 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 94 | ±55 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.5% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 636 | ±118 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±6% |
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 BENTON
GUS Population: 25,799 (2024)
ID: 126537
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
111 E 4TH ST, STE 3, VINTON IA 52349-1738
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Middle Amana, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Atkins, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Belle Plaine, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Van Horne, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Van Horne, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Victor, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Victor, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Marengo, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Marengo, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Keystone, 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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Capri College-Cedar Rapids
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College Vocational | 22.0 mi away | 2945 Williams Parkway S.W., Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404 |
3193641541206
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BLAIRSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 305 LOCUST ST NW SUITE 2, BLAIRSTOWN, IA, 52209 |
(319) 454-6497
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Kirkwood Community College
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College | 24.7 mi away | 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52406-2068 |
3193985411
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BELLE PLAINE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 904 12TH ST, BELLE PLAINE, IA, 52208 |
(319) 444-2902
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Mercy-St Luke's School of Radiologic Technology
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College | 24.8 mi away | 1026 A Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402 |
3193697097
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SCHROEDER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 93 MAIN, KEYSTONE, IA, 52249 |
(319) 442-3329
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VAN HORNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 116 MAIN ST, VAN HORNE, IA, 52346 |
(319) 228-8744
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MARENGO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 235 E HILTON ST, MARENGO, IA, 52301 |
(319) 741-3825
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NEWHALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 109 RAILROAD ST EAST, NEWHALL, IA, 52315 |
(319) 223-5510
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NORWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 108 RAILROAD ST, NORWAY, IA, 52318 |
(319) 227-7487
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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 BELLE PLAINE, IA US, located 7.6 miles from Leroy township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.1° | 10.4° | 19.3° | 1.11" | 7.8" |
| February | 32.8° | 14.3° | 23.5° | 1.28" | 7.4" |
| March | 46.0° | 25.8° | 35.9° | 2.03" | 3.4" |
| April | 60.0° | 37.1° | 48.6° | 3.68" | 0.8" |
| May | 70.9° | 49.2° | 60.1° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.3° | 59.7° | 70.0° | 5.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.6° | 62.9° | 73.3° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.1° | 60.2° | 71.1° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.8° | 51.1° | 63.5° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.9° | 39.0° | 51.0° | 2.86" | 0.4" |
| November | 47.2° | 27.1° | 37.2° | 2.11" | 1.8" |
| December | 33.6° | 16.8° | 25.2° | 1.58" | 6.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blairstown city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Luzerne city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Watkins CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Belle Plaine city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Keystone city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Van Horne city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1901192421. • 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.