Iowa, located in the Midwestern United States, is divided into 99 counties and has over 900 incorporated cities and towns. Des Moines, the state capital and largest city, serves as the economic and cultural center of Iowa. Other notable cities include Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City, and Iowa City. Iowa has a population of approximately 3.2 million people, making it the 31st most populous state in the U.S. The state covers an area of about 56,273 square miles, ranking it 26th in size. Known for its vast agricultural lands, Iowa’s landscape is characterized by rolling plains and farmland, with the Mississippi River forming its eastern border and the Missouri River to the west. The state’s major airport is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), providing both domestic and limited international service. Other regional airports include The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) in Cedar Rapids and Quad City International Airport (MLI) near Davenport, which serve as important transportation hubs for residents and businesses. Iowa is home to several prominent institutions of higher education, including the University of Iowa in Iowa City, known for its medical and law schools, and Iowa State University in Ames, recognized for its research in agriculture and engineering. Other notable colleges include Drake University in Des Moines and the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls. The healthcare system in Iowa is well-established, with major hospitals such as the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, one of the top academic medical centers in the region, providing advanced care and serving as a major teaching hospital. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health, with facilities across the state, offer comprehensive medical services, including trauma care and specialized treatments. Additionally, Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines provides specialized pediatric care. Iowa’s healthcare infrastructure ensures access to quality medical services across both urban and rural areas, meeting the needs of its diverse population and contributing to the state’s high standard of living.
Iowa has 99 counties. The most populous counties are Polk County (Des Moines), Linn County (Cedar Rapids), Scott County (Davenport), Black Hawk County (Waterloo), Johnson County (Iowa City), Woodbury County (Sioux City), Dubuque County,...
Iowa has around 950 incorporated cities and towns. The state capital and largest city is Des Moines, a major hub for the insurance and financial industries. The other largest cities include Cedar Rapids, Davenport,...
Ida County, located in western Iowa, was established in 1851 and named after the Ida River. This rural county is characterized by its rich agricultural land, rolling hills, and small-town charm. The county seat...
Population: 993. Estimated population in July 2024: 975 (-1.8% change) Males: 455 (45.8%), Females: 538 (54.2%) Fremont County Zip code: 51653 Demographics Median resident age: 43.5 years Median household income: $36,750 Median house value:...
Population: 2,731. Estimated population in July 2024: 2,603 (-4.7% change) Males: 1,303 (47.7%), Females: 1,428 (52.3%) Tama County Zip code: 52339 Demographics Median resident age: 37.3 years Median household income: $35,531 Median house value:...
Population: 334. Estimated population in July 2024: 337 (+0.9% change) Males: 159 (47.6%), Females: 175 (52.4%) Carroll County Zip code: 51463 Demographics Median resident age: 39.3 years Median household income: $37,500 Median house value:...
Population: 404. Estimated population in July 2024: 375 (-7.2% change) Males: 206 (51.0%), Females: 198 (49.0%) Dickinson County Zip code: 51364 Demographics Median resident age: 35.4 years Median household income: $34,583 Median house value:...
Population: 596. Estimated population in July 2024: 567 (-4.9% change) Males: 282 (47.3%), Females: 314 (52.7%) Winnebago County Zip code: 50478 Demographics Median resident age: 37.5 years Median household income: $32,868 Median house value:...
Population: 422. Estimated population in July 2024: 404 (-4.3% change) Males: 209 (49.5%), Females: 213 (50.5%) Cerro Gordo County Zip code: 50479 Demographics Median resident age: 42.0 years Median household income: $35,125 Median house...
Population: 236. Estimated population in July 2024: 223 (-5.5% change) Males: 114 (48.3%), Females: 122 (51.7%) Fremont County Zip code: 51654 Demographics Median resident age: 34.8 years Median household income: $34,583 Median house value:...
Population: 975. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,473 (+51.1% change) Males: 481 (49.3%), Females: 494 (50.7%) Johnson County Zip code: 52340 Demographics Median resident age: 30.0 years Median household income: $42,381 Median house value:...
Population: 3,155. Estimated population in July 2024: 3,132 (-0.7% change) Males: 1,524 (48.3%), Females: 1,631 (51.7%) Cedar County Zip code: 52772 Demographics Median resident age: 39.7 years Median household income: $36,778 Median house value:...
Population: 584. Estimated population in July 2024: 543 (-7.0% change) Males: 263 (45.0%), Females: 321 (55.0%) Kossuth County Zip code: 50480 Demographics Median resident age: 46.3 years Median household income: $35,147 Median house value:...
Population: 2,539. Estimated population in July 2024: 2,687 (+5.8% change) Males: 1,165 (45.9%), Females: 1,374 (54.1%) Tama County Zip code: 52342 Demographics Median resident age: 37.5 years Median household income: $33,750 Median house value:...
Population: 1,594. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,586 (-0.5% change) Males: 739 (46.4%), Females: 855 (53.6%) Tama County Zip code: 50675 Demographics Median resident age: 45.0 years Median household income: $35,329 Median house value:...
Population: 950. Estimated population in July 2024: 914 (-3.8% change) Males: 472 (49.7%), Females: 478 (50.3%) Pottawattamie County Zip code: 51575 Demographics Median resident age: 38.6 years Median household income: $56,696 Median house value:...
Population: 1,310. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,269 (-3.1% change) Males: 623 (47.6%), Females: 687 (52.4%) Bremer County Zip code: 50676 Demographics Median resident age: 38.6 years Median household income: $34,444 Median house value:...
Population: 427. Estimated population in July 2024: 480 (+12.4% change) Males: 203 (47.5%), Females: 224 (52.5%) Madison County Zip code: 50257 Demographics Median resident age: 33.1 years Median household income: $33,750 Median house value:...
Population: 688. Estimated population in July 2024: 818 (+18.9% change) Males: 317 (46.1%), Females: 371 (53.9%) Pottawattamie County Zip code: 51576 Demographics Median resident age: 32.4 years Median household income: $42,143 Median house value:...
Population: 427. Estimated population in July 2024: 402 (-5.9% change) Males: 205 (48.0%), Females: 222 (52.0%) Hardin County Zip code: 50258 Demographics Median resident age: 40.5 years Median household income: $34,792 Median house value:...
Population: 536. Estimated population in July 2024: 554 (+3.4% change) Males: 266 (49.6%), Females: 270 (50.4%) Mahaska County Zip code: 52595 Demographics Median resident age: 29.8 years Median household income: $31,875 Median house value:...
Population: 1,019. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,344 (+31.9% change) Males: 511 (50.1%), Females: 508 (49.9%) Benton County Zip code: 52345 Demographics Median resident age: 31.1 years Median household income: $49,063 Median house value:...
Population: 29,072. Estimated population in July 2024: 34,696 (+19.3% change) Males: 14,039 (48.3%), Females: 15,033 (51.7%) Polk County Zip codes: 50322, 50323. Demographics Median resident age: 37.0 years Median household income: $59,744 Median house...
Population: 378. Estimated population in July 2024: 348 (-7.9% change) Males: 175 (46.3%), Females: 203 (53.7%) Monona County Zip code: 51060 Demographics Median resident age: 53.2 years Median household income: $30,875 Median house value:...
Population: 452. Estimated population in July 2024: 453 (+0.2% change) Males: 226 (50.0%), Females: 226 (50.0%) Crawford County Zip code: 51465 Demographics Median resident age: 37.1 years Median household income: $33,750 Median house value:...
Population: 716. Estimated population in July 2024: 750 (+4.7% change) Males: 354 (49.4%), Females: 362 (50.6%) Benton County Zip code: 52346 Demographics Median resident age: 36.5 years Median household income: $45,000 Median house value:...
Population: 866. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,088 (+25.6% change) Males: 415 (47.9%), Females: 451 (52.1%) Dallas County Zip code: 50261 Demographics Median resident age: 34.9 years Median household income: $50,625 Median house value:...
Population: 231. Estimated population in July 2024: 217 (-6.1% change) Males: 118 (51.1%), Females: 113 (48.9%) Decatur County Zip code: 50262 Demographics Median resident age: 41.2 years Median household income: $34,375 Median house value:...
Population: 670. Estimated population in July 2024: 676 (+0.9% change) Males: 336 (50.1%), Females: 334 (49.9%) Cerro Gordo County Zip code: 50482 Demographics Median resident age: 41.2 years Median household income: $41,875 Median house...
Population: 952. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,004 (+5.5% change) Males: 459 (48.2%), Females: 493 (51.8%) Iowa County Zip code: 52347 Demographics Median resident age: 41.4 years Median household income: $38,542 Median house value:...