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Old Creamery Theatre, 1982
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About Garrison
City in Iowa, United StatesGarrison is a city in Benton County, Iowa, United States. The population was 344 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area. It was named for the farmer, Nelson Garrison, who had the post office in his home west of town. He owned the property in 1872.
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Housing in Garrison
The typical Garrison home is worth about $292,000, up 13.4% in a year, 22% above the Iowa typical home.
Only 1 sale in April 2026, too few for a market read. The typical value is the steadier guide.
Work & commute in Garrison
Full picture →Most working residents leave Garrison for work: only 1% work in town. The top destinations are Cedar Rapids (14%), Vinton (9%) and Waterloo (9%). Half commute less than 27 miles.
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Natural hazards in Garrison
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 60% of U.S. communities.
Climate in Garrison
Full climate →Garrison has cold, snowy winters and pleasant summers. A typical July afternoon reaches 83°, a January night drops to 10°, and about 34 inches of snow falls in a normal winter.
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