Spencer is a city in the state of Iowa, United States, and the county seat of Clay County. It is located at the confluence of the Little Sioux and Ocheyedan rivers. The population was 11,325 in the 2020 census, an increase from 11,317 in 2000. Spencer hosts the Clay County Fair, held annually in September and averaging more than 300,000 visitors.
Midwest
Spencer
Clay County, IA
Population
11,351
Walk Score
76 · Very Walkable
Median rent
$737
Median home value
$156,000
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On the National Register
Historic districts
- Grand Avenue Historic Commercial District · listed 2004
- North Grand Avenue Residential Historic District · listed 2014
Notable landmarks
- Adams-Higgins House · listed 1984
- Clay County Courthouse · listed 1981
- Little Sioux River Bridge · listed 1998
- Spencer High School and Auditorium · listed 2010
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