Van Wert
City in Decatur County, Iowa

Van Wert is a city in Decatur County, Iowa, with 178 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,161 ft (354 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Weldon, 3.5 miles NE.
- 178residents (2020 Census)
- 1,161 ftelevation · 354 m
- 0.4 sq miland area · 0.9 km²
- 501 / sq mipopulation density
- 50262ZIP code
About Van Wert
Van Wert is a city in northern Decatur County, Iowa, United States. The population was 178 at the time of the 2020 census.
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Living in Van Wert
- Median household income
- $74,375
- Median home value
- $66,800
- Median rent
- $775/mo
- Median age
- 57
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Van Wert had 178 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 178 |
|---|---|
| Density | 501 per sq mi (193 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Van Wert at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Decatur County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 178 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.36 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,161 ft (354 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8707° N, 93.7922° W |
| ZIP code | 50262 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1980490 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Van Wert
- Weldon3.5 mi NE
- Decatur9.1 mi S
- Leon9.1 mi S
- Grand River9.6 mi W
- Garden Grove10.2 mi E
- Le Roy10.4 mi E
- Osceola11.3 mi N
- Woodburn14.1 mi NE
- Beaconsfield14.2 mi W
- Murray14.3 mi NW
- Sun Valley Lake14.5 mi W
- Humeston15.4 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Van Wert
What county is Van Wert in?
Van Wert is in Decatur County, Iowa.
What is the population of Van Wert, IA?
178 people lived in Van Wert at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Van Wert, IA?
The ZIP code of Van Wert is 50262.
What is the elevation of Van Wert?
1,161 feet (354 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Van Wert?
Weldon (3.5 mi), Decatur (9.1 mi), Leon (9.1 mi), Grand River (9.6 mi), Garden Grove (10.2 mi).
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