Palmer

City in Pocahontas County, Iowa

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Palmer is a city in Pocahontas County, Iowa, with 138 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,240 ft (378 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Pomeroy, 6.7 miles SW.

About Palmer

Palmer is a city in Pocahontas County, Iowa, United States. The population was 138 at the time of the 2020 census.

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Median household income
$59,063
Median home value
$39,600
Median age
52.9
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Palmer, IA population

Palmer had 138 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census138
Density326 per sq mi (126 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Palmer at a glance

StateIowa (IA)
CountyPocahontas County
TypeCity
Population138 (2020)
Land area0.42 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Elevation1,240 ft (378 m)
Coordinates42.6301° N, 94.5985° W
ZIP code50571
Census code (GEOID)1961050

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Frequently asked questions about Palmer

What county is Palmer in?

Palmer is in Pocahontas County, Iowa.

What is the population of Palmer, IA?

138 people lived in Palmer at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Palmer, IA?

The ZIP code of Palmer is 50571.

What is the elevation of Palmer?

1,240 feet (378 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Palmer?

Pomeroy (6.7 mi), Manson (7.6 mi), Pocahontas (8.1 mi), Twin Lakes (10.4 mi), Gilmore City (10.6 mi).

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