Runnells, Iowa
Runnells: City in Polk County, Iowa, United States
About
Runnells is a city located in the county of Polk in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 507 and a population density of 459 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 498 inhabitants.
The city was created 122 years ago in 1902.
Quick Facts about Runnells
| Population : | 498 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Iowa (United States) |
| County : | Polk County |
| Postal code : | 50237 |
| Area : | 1.1 km2 |
| Altitude : | 807 feet / 246 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1903 (122 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 09:56:19 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 451 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -1.81% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Runnells is located at 41°30'40"N 93°21'27"W (41.5111000, -93.3574300).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Runnells decreased by 1.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 507 | - | census |
| 2011 | 514 | 1.36% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 519 | 0.96% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 520 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 520 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 523 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 521 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 518 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 510 | -1.57% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 504 | -1.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 498 | -1.2% | estimation process |
People born in Runnells (1)
American rugby union player Deion Mikesell was born in Runnells
Schools in Runnells
College & universities near Runnells, IA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153588 | American College of Hairstyling-Des Moines | Des Moines (IA) | 50309 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Runnells, IA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSC | Osceola | Main & East Clay Streets | RAIL |
| OTM | Ottumwa station | 210 West Main Street | RAIL |
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
Post offices near Runnells
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Runnell Post Office | Runnells (IA) | 50237 |
Other cities in Polk County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Polk County , IA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 212,312 | The capital of Iowa. |
| Ankeny | 70,068 | The most populous city in Polk County, Iowa. |
| West Des Moines | 69,057 | The most populous city in Dallas County, Iowa. |
| Urbandale | 44,650 | A city in Polk County, Iowa. |
| Johnston | 23,092 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Altoona | 19,503 | City in Polk County, Iowa, United States |
| Clive | 17,444 | Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America |
| Grimes | 15,831 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Pleasant Hill | 10,025 | American city in Iowa |
| Bondurant | 7,293 | City in Polk County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Polk City | 4,961 | American city in Iowa |
| Windsor Heights | 4,735 | City in Polk County, Iowa, United States |
| Saylorville | 3,301 | City in Polk County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Mitchellville | 2,273 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Elkhart | 952 | American city in Iowa |
| Alleman | 447 | City in Polk County, Iowa, United States |
