Humeston
City in Wayne County, Iowa

Humeston is a city in Wayne County, Iowa, with 465 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,102 ft (336 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Le Roy, 5.1 miles W.
- 465residents (2020 Census)
- 1,102 ftelevation · 336 m
- 0.6 sq miland area · 1.6 km²
- 745 / sq mipopulation density
- 50123ZIP code
About Humeston
Humeston is a city in Wayne County, Iowa, United States. The population was 465 in the 2020 census, a decline from 542 in 2000.
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Living in Humeston
- Median household income
- $58,836
- Median home value
- $83,100
- Median rent
- $542/mo
- Median age
- 44.7
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Humeston had 465 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 465 |
|---|---|
| Density | 745 per sq mi (288 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Humeston at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Wayne County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 465 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.62 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8607° N, 93.4973° W |
| ZIP code | 50123 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1937605 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Humeston
- Le Roy5.1 mi W
- Derby5.3 mi NE
- Garden Grove6.2 mi SW
- Millerton10.0 mi E
- Woodburn11.6 mi NW
- Corydon11.8 mi SE
- Lucas12.0 mi N
- Allerton12.5 mi SE
- Weldon12.7 mi W
- Chariton14.6 mi NE
- Van Wert15.4 mi W
- Clio15.7 mi S
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Frequently asked questions about Humeston
What county is Humeston in?
Humeston is in Wayne County, Iowa.
What is the population of Humeston, IA?
465 people lived in Humeston at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Humeston, IA?
The ZIP code of Humeston is 50123.
What is the elevation of Humeston?
1,102 feet (336 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Humeston?
Le Roy (5.1 mi), Derby (5.3 mi), Garden Grove (6.2 mi), Millerton (10.0 mi), Woodburn (11.6 mi).
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