Port Louisa township, Iowa
Port Louisa township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Port Louisa township is a geographic entity located in Louisa County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 748. The land area covers 34.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | ±215 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs | ±11.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 267 | ±69 | 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 | 330 | ±91 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 267 | ±69 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 63 | ±61 |
| Median Home Value | $250,700 | ±$72,881 |
| 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 | $75,391 | ±$12,034 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,050 | ±$11,811 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% | ±11.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 122 | ±91 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 325 | ±99 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.6% | ±12.9% |
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: 10,630 (2024)
ID: 126548
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
PO BOX 186, WAPELLO IA 52653-0186
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Columbus Junction, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Columbus Junction, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Muscatine, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Muscatine, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Illinois City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Muscatine, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Letts, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Letts, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Muscatine, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Muscatine, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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KECK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 119 N 2ND ST, WAPELLO, IA, 52653 |
(319) 523-5261
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LETTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 125 E IOWA ST, LETTS, IA, 52754 |
(319) 726-5121
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COLUMBUS JUNCTION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 232 2ND ST, COLUMBUS JUNCTION, IA, 52738 |
(319) 728-7972
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MUSSER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 408 E 2ND ST, MUSCATINE, IA, 52761 |
(563) 263-3065
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MELLINGER MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 11 DIVISION ST, MORNING SUN, IA, 52640 |
(319) 868-7505
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MEDIAPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 128 N ORCHARD ST, MEDIAPOLIS, IA, 52637 |
(319) 394-3895
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WINFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 112 W ASH, WINFIELD, IA, 52659 |
(319) 257-3247
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EDWARDS RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 412 EAST MAIN STREET, ALEDO, IL, 61231 |
(309) 582-2032
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WEST LIBERTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 400 N SPENCER, WEST LIBERTY, IA, 52776 |
(319) 627-2084
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WILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 1215 CYPRESS ST, WILTON, IA, 52778 |
(563) 732-2583
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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 NEW BOSTON DAM 17, IL US, located 5.5 miles from Port Louisa township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.5° | 15.3° | 23.4° | 1.31" | — |
| February | 36.0° | 19.0° | 27.5° | 1.72" | — |
| March | 48.6° | 29.6° | 39.1° | 2.62" | — |
| April | 61.9° | 40.4° | 51.2° | 3.56" | — |
| May | 72.9° | 51.8° | 62.4° | 5.05" | — |
| June | 82.5° | 61.9° | 72.2° | 4.59" | — |
| July | 86.0° | 65.3° | 75.7° | 3.52" | — |
| August | 83.9° | 62.9° | 73.4° | 3.83" | — |
| September | 77.4° | 54.5° | 66.0° | 3.34" | — |
| October | 64.3° | 43.3° | 53.8° | 2.86" | — |
| November | 49.4° | 31.9° | 40.7° | 2.13" | — |
| December | 36.7° | 21.8° | 29.3° | 1.77" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandview city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Wapello city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Fruitland city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Letts city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Eliza CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| New Boston city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1911593465. • 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.