City of Essex, IA

City of Essex, IA Essex is a city in Page County, Iowa, United States. The population was 798 in the 2010 census. Essex was platted in 1870.

The Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad arrived in Essex in 1871. Essex is located at 40°49′59″N 95°18′19″W (40.833016, -95.305208) near the East Nishnabotna River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.51 square miles. Essex population history
Census Population
1880 617
1890 564
1900 710
1910 776
1920 727
1930 806
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940 762
1950 763
1960 767
1970 770
1980 1,001
1990 916
2000 884
2010 798

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 798 people, 333 households, and 228 families. County seat: Clarinda
Cities in Page County:
Blanchard, Braddyville, Clarinda, Coin, College Springs, Essex, Hepburn, Northboro, Shambaugh, Shenandoah and Yorktown. Townships in Page County:
Amity, Buchanan, Colfax, Douglas, East River, Fremont, Grant, Harlan, Lincoln, Morton, Nebraska, Nodaway, Pierce, Tarkio, Valley and Washington

08/28/2026

The City of Essex would like to let the residents know that the yard waste site is open from sunrise to sunset and now that it is open again remind residents to please take all yard waste all the way down to the waste pile across the lagoons and to please use the appropriate pile depending on if its limbs or leaves. We are working to get it all pushed up and cleaned up and greatly appreciate everyone's help with this so we can continue to have this location open and available to residents. Thank you!

08/24/2026

The City of Essex would like to remind residents that ALL golf carts must be registered with the city, have insurance and you MUST be a licensed driver over the age of 16 to drive a golf cart in city limits. No children are allowed to drive them even with an adult present. These restrictions follow the Iowa state law and are for everyone's safety and your permit can be revoked if the ordinance is not followed. Thank you for your understanding with this matter!

08/19/2026
08/19/2026

As of now Page county will be testing the outdoor warning sirens today Wednesday August 19 at 10am. If weather allows.

08/15/2026

Turf tek will be spraying ALL parks in Essex Monday August 17th. So all parks will be closed Monday and will reopen Tuesday. Thank you for your understanding and patience!

08/11/2026

The City would like to let residents know that after our construction meeting we were advised that if you have flags/markers in your yard still from the water project, that it is now ok for you to remove them to make trimming easier. Thank you!

08/11/2026

Anderson Park in Essex will be closed today and will reopen tomorrow after 12 as it is being sprayed today. Please avoid the park during this time. Thank you!

08/10/2026

The City of Essex would like to remind residents that yard waste/branches can be picked up by the City but it will be an extra garbage charge. It must be bagged separately and placed in the alley where your normal trash pickup is. Branches must be 3ft or less and leaves must be bagged. You can contact city hall and arrange pickup. If we have a large storm it will be posted during that time when the City will offer free pickup for a week after but the same size restrictions apply and it must be in the alley by your normal trash pickup spot and it must have been posted. The yard waste site if available for residents to dump themselves at no extra charge for yard waste only. Feel free to reach out to city hall with any questions or for clarification. Thank you!

The City of Essex would like to remind residents of ordinance 135.10 that all trees, shrubs and curbs, and around signs ...
08/10/2026

The City of Essex would like to remind residents of ordinance 135.10 that all trees, shrubs and curbs, and around signs and poles even those in the cities right of way are the homeowners responsibility to maintain and mow/trim. Trees should be trimmed 15' above the street or alleyway and curb lines should be trimmed back so that grass and weeds do not encroach the street. The City appreciates your understanding and help with this.

Address

412 Iowa Avenue
Essex, IA
51638

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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