Cotter, Iowa
Cotter: Human settlement in Louisa County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Cotter is a city located in the county of Louisa in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 48 and a population density of 76 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 42 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Cotter
| Population : | 42 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Iowa (United States) |
| County : | Louisa County |
| Postal code : | 52738 |
| Area : | 0.64 km2 |
| Altitude : | 712 feet / 217 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 03:04:32 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 66 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -14.29% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Cotter is located at 41°17'31"N 91°27'42"W (41.2919700, -91.4615500).
Cotter map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Cotter decreased by 14.29% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 48 | - | census |
| 2011 | 48 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 48 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 48 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 47 | -2.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 47 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 47 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 47 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 46 | -2.17% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 46 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 42 | -9.52% | estimation process |
Schools in Cotter
College & universities near Cotter, IA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 480499 | Shiloh University | Kalona (IA) | 52247 |
Stations (9)
Amtrak & bus stations near Cotter, IA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTP | Mount Pleasant | 418 North Adams Street | RAIL |
| BRL | Burlington | 300 South Main Street | RAIL |
| FMD | Fort Madison station | 1601 20th Street | RAIL |
| DVP | Davenport, Iowa | 304 West River Drive | BUS |
| RKI | Rock Island, IL | 3500 5th Avenue | BUS |
Post offices near Cotter
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Ainsworth Post Office | Ainsworth (IA) | 52201 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Cotter , Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 956 people.
Other cities in Louisa County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Louisa County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wapello | 1,999 | City in Iowa |
| Columbus Junction | 1,810 | City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States |
| Morning Sun | 781 | City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States |
| Grandview | 519 | City in Louisa County, Iowa |
| Letts | 373 | City in Louisa County, Iowa, United States |
| Columbus City | 372 | Township in Louisa County, Iowa |
| Fredonia | 220 | Town in the U. |
| Oakville | 168 | City in Iowa, United States |
