Elma
City in Howard County, Iowa
Elma is a city in Howard County, Iowa, with 505 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,191 ft (363 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Alta Vista, 3.6 miles S.
- 505residents (2020 Census)
- 1,191 ftelevation · 363 m
- 1.2 sq miland area · 3.2 km²
- 412 / sq mipopulation density
- 50628ZIP code
About Elma
Elma is a city in Howard County, Iowa, United States. The population was 505 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Living in Elma
- Median household income
- $44,375
- Median home value
- $81,300
- Median rent
- $689/mo
- Median age
- 44.3
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Elma had 505 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 505 |
|---|---|
| Density | 412 per sq mi (159 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Elma at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Howard County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 505 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.23 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.2457° N, 92.4387° W |
| ZIP code | 50628 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1925095 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Elma
- Alta Vista3.6 mi S
- North Washington9.0 mi S
- Colwell9.8 mi SW
- Riceville9.9 mi NW
- New Haven10.6 mi W
- Bassett13.3 mi S
- New Hampton14.5 mi SE
- Ionia14.5 mi S
- McIntire15.3 mi NW
- Lime Springs16.1 mi NE
- Orchard17.0 mi W
- Little Cedar17.2 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Elma
What county is Elma in?
Elma is in Howard County, Iowa.
What is the population of Elma, IA?
505 people lived in Elma at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Elma, IA?
The ZIP code of Elma is 50628.
What is the elevation of Elma?
1,191 feet (363 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Elma?
Alta Vista (3.6 mi), North Washington (9.0 mi), Colwell (9.8 mi), Riceville (9.9 mi), New Haven (10.6 mi).
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