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Arlington, Iowa Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Arlington, Iowa, is 415, with approximately 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s small size and rural setting.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1854
  • County Affiliated: Fayette County
  • Land Area: 0.3 square miles
  • Population Density: 1,383 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 563
  • Zip Codes: 50606

Geography and Location

Arlington, Iowa, is a small rural town located in northeastern Iowa, within Fayette County. It is situated about 20 miles northeast of Oelwein, the nearest larger town. Arlington experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, typical of the Midwest. The surrounding geography consists of flat to gently rolling farmland, with corn and soybeans being the primary crops grown in the region. The town’s economy is closely tied to agriculture, with local farms and businesses serving the community. Arlington’s location along State Highway 187 provides access to nearby towns, while its small size and rural charm make it a peaceful place to live. The town’s strong sense of community and connection to farming are central to its identity.

Demographics

Median resident age: 43.0 years
Median household income: $30,357
Median house value: $34,000

Population by Race

Races in Arlington:

  • White Non-Hispanic (99.4%)

Ancestries: German (42.9%), Irish (9.6%), English (6.7%), Norwegian (5.5%), United States (4.7%), Dutch (2.9%).

Elevation: 1130 feet

Land area: 1.0 square miles

Map of Arlington, IA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arlington

  • High school or higher: 78.9%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 10.5%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 2.2%
  • Unemployed: 3.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 26.6 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arlington city

  • Never married: 17.6%
  • Now married: 60.9%
  • Separated: 1.4%
  • Widowed: 13.4%
  • Divorced: 6.7%

0.4% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +6 (+1.2%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arlington:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arlington:

  • WATERLOO MUNI (about 53 miles; WATERLOO, IA; Abbreviation: ALO)
  • THE EASTERN IOWA (about 60 miles; CEDAR RAPIDS, IA; Abbreviation: CID)
  • DUBUQUE REGIONAL (about 72 miles; DUBUQUE, IA; Abbreviation: DBQ)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arlington:

  • GEORGE L SCOTT MUNI (about 18 miles; WEST UNION, IA; Abbreviation: 3Y2)
  • OELWEIN MUNI (about 22 miles; OELWEIN, IA; Abbreviation: OLZ)
  • ELKADER (about 22 miles; ELKADER, IA; Abbreviation: I27)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arlington:

  • UPPER IOWA UNIVERSITY (about 11 miles; FAYETTE, IA; Full-time enrollment: 3,173)
  • KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 33 miles; CEDAR RAPIDS, IA; Full-time enrollment: 7,991)
  • NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY COLLEGE-CALMAR (about 35 miles; CALMAR, IA; Full-time enrollment: 2,393)
  • LUTHER COLLEGE (about 42 miles; DECORAH, IA; Full-time enrollment: 2,566)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA (about 49 miles; CEDAR FALLS, IA; Full-time enrollment: 12,524)
  • HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 52 miles; WATERLOO, IA; Full-time enrollment: 3,292)
  • UNIVERSITY OF IOWA (about 76 miles; IOWA CITY, IA; Full-time enrollment: 24,766)

Schools

Public high school in Arlington:

  • STARMONT HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 257; Location: 3202 40TH ST; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Arlington:

  • STARMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 282; Location: 3202 40TH ST; Grades: 05 – 08)
  • STARMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 270; Location: 3202 40TH ST; Grades: PK – 04)

Libraries

Library in Arlington:

  • ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $15,768; Location: 711 MAIN ST., BOX 176; 6,303 books; 170 audio materials; 276 video materials; 37 serial subscriptions)

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