Russell
City in Lucas County, Iowa

Russell is a city in Lucas County, Iowa, with 472 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,027 ft (313 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Chariton, 6.2 miles NW.
- 472residents (2020 Census)
- 1,027 ftelevation · 313 m
- 1.0 sq miland area · 2.7 km²
- 460 / sq mipopulation density
- 50238ZIP code
About Russell
Russell is a city in Lucas County, Iowa, United States. The population was 472 in the 2020 census, a decline from the 559 population in 2000.
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Living in Russell
- Median household income
- $44,821
- Median home value
- $61,500
- Median rent
- $589/mo
- Median age
- 54
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Russell had 472 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 472 |
|---|---|
| Density | 460 per sq mi (178 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Russell at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Lucas County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 472 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.03 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.9804° N, 93.2011° W |
| ZIP code | 50238 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1969285 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Russell
- Chariton6.2 mi NW
- Melrose7.8 mi E
- Williamson8.0 mi N
- Millerton10.6 mi SW
- Derby13.8 mi W
- Lucas14.0 mi W
- Promise City16.3 mi S
- Corydon16.5 mi S
- Melcher-Dallas17.2 mi N
- Lacona17.4 mi NW
- Plano17.5 mi SE
- Humeston17.5 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Russell
What county is Russell in?
Russell is in Lucas County, Iowa.
What is the population of Russell, IA?
472 people lived in Russell at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Russell, IA?
The ZIP code of Russell is 50238.
What is the elevation of Russell?
1,027 feet (313 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Russell?
Chariton (6.2 mi), Melrose (7.8 mi), Williamson (8.0 mi), Millerton (10.6 mi), Derby (13.8 mi).
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