Runnells is a city in the southeastern corner of Polk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 457 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area. Runnells has its own Post Office, located at 112 Brown Street.
History
Runnells incorporated as a city on May 21, 1903. It was named for John S. Runnells, a former editorial writer for the Iowa State Register and private secretary for Governor Samuel Merrill.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land.
thumb|right|Runnels City Hall and Post Office
thumb|right|Runnells Historical Society