Elgin
City in Fayette County, Iowa
Elgin is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, with 685 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 807 ft (246 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Clermont, 3.2 miles N.
- 685residents (2020 Census)
- 807 ftelevation · 246 m
- 0.7 sq miland area · 1.8 km²
- 1,010 / sq mipopulation density
- 52141ZIP code
About Elgin
Elgin is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. The population was 685 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Living in Elgin
- Median household income
- $54,688
- Median home value
- $98,800
- Median rent
- $538/mo
- Median age
- 51.9
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Elgin had 685 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 685 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,010 per sq mi (390 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Elgin at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Fayette County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 685 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.68 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.9554° N, 91.6354° W |
| ZIP code | 52141 |
| Official website | elginiowa.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1924645 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Elgin
- Clermont3.2 mi N
- Wadena8.1 mi S
- West Union9.0 mi W
- Postville9.5 mi N
- Castalia11.1 mi N
- Volga11.5 mi SE
- Luana11.6 mi NE
- Fayette11.6 mi SW
- St. Olaf12.7 mi E
- Elkader13.6 mi SE
- Farmersburg13.6 mi E
- Monona14.0 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Elgin
What county is Elgin in?
Elgin is in Fayette County, Iowa.
What is the population of Elgin, IA?
685 people lived in Elgin at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Elgin, IA?
The ZIP code of Elgin is 52141.
What is the elevation of Elgin?
807 feet (246 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Elgin?
Clermont (3.2 mi), Wadena (8.1 mi), West Union (9.0 mi), Postville (9.5 mi), Castalia (11.1 mi).
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