Eldon is a city located in Wapello County, in the state of Iowa (IA), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 1.1 square miles (3.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 610 ft. With a population of approximately 998 residents, Eldon offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.7% males and 52.3% females, and it has a population density of 883.19 people per square mile (341.00/km²). Eldon lies at a latitude of 40.92 and a longitude of -92.22, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.3%), followed by English (14%), German (24.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 52554.