Russell, Iowa
Russell: City in the U.S. state of Iowa
About
Russell is a city located in the county of Lucas in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 554 and a population density of 206 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 531 inhabitants.
The city was created 137 years ago in 1887.
Quick Facts about Russell
| Population : | 531 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Iowa (United States) |
| County : | Lucas County |
| Postal code : | 50238 |
| Area : | 2.69 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,027 feet / 313 meters |
| Establishment : | April 04, 1887 (137 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 17:32:12 (26th April 2024) |
| Density : | 198 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -4.33% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Russell is located at 40°58'55"N 93°11'55"W (40.9819500, -93.1985400).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Russell decreased by 4.33% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 554 | - | census |
| 2011 | 553 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 547 | -1.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 543 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 538 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 536 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 533 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 532 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 539 | 1.3% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 536 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 531 | -0.94% | estimation process |
Russell zip code is 50238.
County name: Lucas, County
fips: 19117
Schools in Russell
College & universities near Russell, IA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153108 | Central College | Pella (IA) | 50219 |
| 154350 | Simpson College | Indianola (IA) | 50125 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Russell, 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 Russell
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Post Office | Russell (IA) | 50238 |
| Chariton Post Office | Chariton (IA) | 50049 |
| Melr Post Office | Melrose (IA) | 52569 |
| Williamson Post Office | Williamson (IA) | 50272 |
| Derby Post Office | Derby (IA) | 50068 |
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