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About Elma, IA

Elma is a farming town of 659 people in northeastern Iowa, connected by Highway 9 running east-west through the center. Most visitors arrive via Highway 9 from Forest City (25 miles west) or New Hampton (15 miles southeast), with longer trips typically using Interstate 35. The town sits among corn and soybean fields in Howard County's rolling agricultural landscape. Elma's annual Fun Days celebration each summer features a community parade and barbecue that draws visitors from across the county.

Where is Elma, IA on the map?

Elma, IA is in United States, at 43.246, -92.439 - about 7 km north of Alta Vista, IA.

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The closest airport to Elma, IA is Waterloo Regional Airport, 91 km (about 1 h 24 min by car).

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