Iron, MN has a population of 55751 according to the Census Bureau. It is ranked #269 out of all cities and towns in the United States by BestPlaces.net, based on factors such as housing costs, weather, safety and education. The city has an overall cost of living index score of 84, which is 3% lower than the U.S. average and significantly lower than the state average. Iron offers many outdoor recreation opportunities with multiple lakes and parks nearby where visitors can enjoy biking, fishing, camping, swimming and disc golfing. It also offers excellent educational opportunities with nearby universities and colleges offering degree programs in a variety of fields. With its low cost of living, abundance of outdoor activities and access to higher education opportunities Iron is a great place to live or visit.
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