Rathbun
City in Appanoose County, Iowa

Rathbun is a city in Appanoose County, Iowa, with 43 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 938 ft (286 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Mystic, 3.4 miles SW.
- 43residents (2020 Census)
- 938 ftelevation · 286 m
- 0.2 sq miland area · 0.6 km²
- 195 / sq mipopulation density
- 52574ZIP code
About Rathbun
Rathbun is a city in Appanoose County, Iowa, United States. The population was 43 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Living in Rathbun
- Median household income
- $71,875
- Median home value
- $151,800
- Median age
- 61.5
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Rathbun had 43 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 43 |
|---|---|
| Density | 195 per sq mi (75 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Rathbun at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Appanoose County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 43 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.22 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8011° N, 92.8868° W |
| ZIP code | 52574 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1965730 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Rathbun
- Mystic3.4 mi SW
- Centerville5.1 mi S
- Moravia7.2 mi NE
- Udell7.7 mi E
- Plano8.9 mi W
- Numa9.4 mi SW
- Unionville10.1 mi E
- Exline10.7 mi S
- Cincinnati11.9 mi S
- Moulton13.6 mi SE
- Promise City14.2 mi W
- Seymour14.8 mi SW
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Frequently asked questions about Rathbun
What county is Rathbun in?
Rathbun is in Appanoose County, Iowa.
What is the population of Rathbun, IA?
43 people lived in Rathbun at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Rathbun, IA?
The ZIP code of Rathbun is 52574.
What is the elevation of Rathbun?
938 feet (286 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Rathbun?
Mystic (3.4 mi), Centerville (5.1 mi), Moravia (7.2 mi), Udell (7.7 mi), Plano (8.9 mi).
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