Information on Russell, Lucas County
The City of Russell is located in the state of Iowa, in Lucas County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Russell City HALL, Lucas County
| Russell City Hall's address | Russell Russell Municipal Building 115 S Maple Russell IA 50238 United States | |
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| Phone number of Russell City Hall | +1 641-535-2494 | |
| Russell, IA email | Not available | |
| Russell official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Russell | Kevin Tanner | |
| Lucas County, Iowa: Vital Records | Russell vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Iowa birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Russell
What county is Russell IA in?Russell, IA is located in Lucas County |
Where is Russell, Iowa ?Russell lies in Lucas County, situated in the southern part of Iowa, United States. It's positioned roughly 55 miles southeast of Des Moines, the state capital. The city is also located near Chariton, the county seat of Lucas County, providing a rural setting with access to larger urban areas. |
What is the cost of living in Russell IA ? |
Russell administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Iowa |
| County | Lucas - other counties in Iowa |
Russell building department, IA
If you're planning a construction project in Russell, IA, you'll need to obtain the necessary permits to ensure everything is up to code. To start this process, visit the Russell City Hall, where you can submit your application and get guidance on the specific requirements. It's important to contact the city office directly for detailed information regarding the associated costs and processing times for your permit request, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. Taking these steps will help ensure a smooth approval process, allowing your project to move forward without unnecessary delays.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Russell's town hall or Lucas County authorities directly. |
Demography of Russell
| Name of Russell inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 559 inhabitants | 405 / 7 852 | ||
| Population density in Russell | 538,2 pop/sq mi (207,8 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
 | Hinterland Music Festival - Friday (Children 10 and under are free with a ticketed adult) | 2025-08-01 at Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater | |
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| Hinterland Music Festival - Saturday (Children 10 and under are free with a ticketed adult) | 2025-08-02 at Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater | |
| Hinterland Music Festival - Sunday (Children 10 and under are free with a ticketed adult) | 2025-08-03 at Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater | |
| Extreme Midget Wrestling | 2025-08-07 at Baqara | ||
 | 25 Men Who Can Cook | 2025-06-07 at Bridge View Center | |
| Beatles vs. Stones - A Musical Showdown | 2025-08-30 at Bridge View Center | ||
| Bridge City Slam VII | 2025-09-06 at Bridge View Center |
List of Passport Facilities in Russell, IA
This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Russell, IA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| LUCAS COUNTY AUDITOR | 916 BRADEN AVE | 6417744512 |
| WAYNE COUNTY AUDITOR | 100 N LAFAYETTE | 6418722242 |
| ALBIA POST OFFICE | 104 BENTON AVE. W. | 6419325430 |
| MARION COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 214 E. MAIN ST.COURTHOUSE | 6418282211 |
| CENTERVILLE POST OFFICE | 300 N. 10TH ST. | 6418563403 |
| CLARKE COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 100 S MAIN | 6413423313 |
| WARREN COUNTY RECORDER | 301 N BRUXTON | 5159611089 |
| DECATUR COUNTY AUDITORS OFFICE | 207 N MAIN STREET | 6414464323 |
| OSKALOOSA POST OFFICE | 113 6TH. AVE. E | 6416733291 |
| CLERK OF CIRCUIT COURT PUTNAM COUNTY | 1601 MAIN STREET ROOM 204 | 6609472071 |
| WAPELLO COUNTY RECORDER | 101 W 4TH ST | 6416830045 |
| OTTUMWA POST OFFICE | 616 W 2ND ST | 6416845439 |
| NORWALK POST OFFICE | 1105 HIGH RD. | 5159815871 |
| DAVIS COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 100 COURTHOUSE SQUARE | 6416642321 |
| BLOOMFIELD POST OFFICE | 202 W.JEFFERSON ST. | 6416642042 |
Russell administrative numbers
| Russell City code | 1969285 |
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| Russell City postcode | 50238 |
Transportation modes in Russell
| Airport | 22.5 miles 25.8 miles Ottumwa Regional Airport 40.3 miles |
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Russell territory
| Russell area | 1,04 sq mi (2,69 km²) |
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| Russell altitude | 1 020 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 40.9804 Longitude: -93.2011 Latitude: 40° 58' 49'' North Longitude: 93° 12' 4'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Namesake of Russell |
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| Natural parks | Russell isn't part of a natural park |
What is Russell close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Chariton, Melrose, Williamson and Millerton | ||
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| Chariton | Chariton | Lovilia |
| Chariton |  | Melrose |
| Millerton | Melrose | Melrose |
| Chariton 6.2 miles | Melrose 7.9 miles | Williamson 8 miles |
| Millerton 10.6 miles | Derby 13.8 miles | Lucas 14.1 miles |
| Promise City 16.4 miles | Corydon 16.6 miles | Melcher-Dallas 17.2 miles |
| Lacona 17.4 miles | Plano 17.5 miles | Humeston 17.6 miles |
| Lovilia 18.7 miles | Marysville 19 miles | Mystic 19.3 miles |
| Hamilton 20.3 miles | Rathbun 20.6 miles | Woodburn 20.7 miles |
| Allerton 20.8 miles | Moravia 20.8 miles | Albia 21 miles |
Distance between Russell and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1459 miles | Houston : 785 miles | Philadelphia : 951 miles |
| Phoenix : 1156 miles | San Antonio : 851 miles | San Diego : 1434 miles |
| Dallas : 600 miles | San Jose : 1550 miles | Jacksonville : 980 miles |
| Indianapolis : 381 miles closest | San Francisco : 1604 miles | Austin : 781 miles |
| Columbus : 542 miles | Fort Worth : 612 miles | Charlotte : 782 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||