Essex, Iowa
Essex: city in Page County, Iowa, United States
About
Essex is a city located in the county of Page in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 798 and a population density of 205 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 737 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Essex
| Population | 737 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Page County |
| Postal code | 51638 |
| Area | 3.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.8336,-95.3083 |
| Altitude | 991 feet / 302 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 00:08:52 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 189 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.28% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Essex is located at 40°50'1"N 95°18'30"W (40.8336100, -95.3083200).
Essex map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 68. West southwest wind 3 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Essex decreased by 8.28% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 798 | - | census |
| 2011 | 795 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 778 | -2.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 775 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 769 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 766 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 759 | -0.92% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 750 | -1.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 747 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 739 | -1.08% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 737 | -0.27% | estimation process |
People born in Essex (4)
People born in Essex, including zoologist Robert Enders, politician Bill Royer, British long-distance runner Suzanne Rigg, .
More notable people
- Harold A. Peterson (electrical engineer) he was born in 28/12/1908
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Essex, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181534 | Peru State College | Peru (NE) | 68421-0010 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Essex, IA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OMA | Omaha | 1003 S. 9th Street | RAIL |
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
| LNK | Lincoln | 201 North 7th St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Essex.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Essex Post Office | Essex (IA) | 51638 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Essex, Maryland This Baltimore County community is situated at an elevation of 39 feet. with a population of 1,832,752 people.
- Essex, Connecticut town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 6,634 people.
- Essex, Massachusetts town in Essex County, New York with a population of 3,824 people.
- Essex, New York town in Essex County, New York with a population of 630 people.
- Essex, Illinois village in Kankakee County, Illinois with a population of 548 people.
- Essex, Missouri city in Stoddard County, Missouri with a population of 447 people.
Other cities in Page County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Page County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Clarinda | 5,366 | City in Iowa |
| Shenandoah | 4,783 | Town in Page County, Virginia, United States |
| College Springs | 204 | Human settlement in Page County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Shambaugh | 181 | City in Page County, Iowa, United States |
| Coin | 175 | City in Page County, Iowa, United States |
| Braddyville | 152 | Human settlement in Page County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Yorktown | 83 | City in Iowa |
| Northboro | 56 | Human settlement in Page County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Blanchard | 36 | City in Page County, Iowa, United States |
| Hepburn | 17 | City in Page County, Iowa, United States of America |