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Armstrong, Iowa, in Emmet county, is 103 miles NW of Ames, Iowa (center to center) and 125 miles SW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city has a population of 979.
In Armstrong, about 61% of adults are married. Lots of people in Armstrong live independently, in one-person housing.
People 65 and older make up an important part of the community in the city.
In 2000, Armstrong had a median family income of $45,563.
In Armstrong, 86% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. And yes, you can rent a place in the city without breaking the bank. Residential property taxes remain low i Armstrong.
In Armstrong, 91% of commuters drive to work. Most residents would agree that driving around the city is a bit easier than around other cities of its size.
Comparing Armstrong to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):
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