AGWSR Ackley Elementary School
Elementary / Kindergarten · AGWSR
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Ackley, Iowa.
A rail-era downtown and strong connections to northeast Franklin County.
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Official population counts and dated household estimates
1,599Population · 2020 CensusWhole-city population, including portions outside Franklin County.
1,589Population · 2010 CensusPrevious decennial count
0.6%2010–2020 population changeChange based on decennial counts
$62,583Median household incomeACS 2020–2024 five-year estimate
Reported crime: Franklin County context
FBI data · Calendar year 202412Reported violent offenses
29Reported property offenses
2 agenciesHeadquartered in Franklin County
City-specific crime counts are not consistently published for Ackley. The figures above are 2024 reports from two law-enforcement agencies headquartered in Franklin County—not crime totals for Ackley. Reporting coverage and jurisdiction boundaries vary; unreported incidents are not counted.
Population: 2020 Census / Iowa State University Extension; income: U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024. Crime: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting; Iowa DPS crime data. Violent/property categories follow FBI definitions. Figures are reported offenses—not personal-safety scores.
MEET ACKLEY
A place to belong.
Ackley offers a north central Iowa community setting with access to employers, schools, health care and parks across Franklin County. A rail-era downtown and strong connections to northeast Franklin County. All 2020 Census totals refer to the whole community, including the portion outside Franklin County.
Discover what Ackley has to offer.
Ackley offers a walkable small-town setting with locally owned shops and an agricultural trading history. The community straddles Franklin and Hardin counties, making it a convenient stopping point while traveling through the region.
Ackley — a story of community
Ackley developed at the intersection of farming communities and rail transportation in north central Iowa. Its historic railroad depot recalls the economic importance of rail to local merchants and residents. The city spans Franklin and Hardin counties.
Discover locally: Historic railroad depot and traditional downtown.
01 / EDUCATION
Schools & training
AGWSR Community School District. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district; higher education and workforce training is available through NIACC.
NIACC Career Center →02 / GOVERNMENT
Local government
For local council contacts and municipal questions, consult the county and chamber directories or local municipal office.
County services →03 / LIVING
Homes & relocation
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Homes in Ackley →04 / SAFETY
Emergency services
Emergency: 911. For non-emergency sheriff, public health, preparedness, dispatch and hospital resources see the countywide guide.
Safety & services →YOUR LOCAL GUIDE
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LOCAL ECONOMY
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POPULATION CHANGE
2010 → 2020 Census trends
These are observed decennial counts, not forecasts. City totals include residents outside Franklin County.
20101,589
20201,599
+0.6% change, 2010–2020
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Local government: See the Ackley mayor, city council and official contact details. For police, fire, parks, libraries and post offices, browse all Franklin County places and services.