Curlew, Iowa
Curlew: human settlement in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Curlew is a city located in the county of Palo Alto in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 58 and a population density of 30 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 55 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Curlew
| Population | 55 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Palo Alto County |
| Postal code | 50527 |
| Area | 1.96 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.9789,-94.7411 |
| Altitude | 1,240 feet / 378 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:04:47 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 28 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.45% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 73℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Curlew is located at 42°58'44"N 94°44'28"W (42.9788600, -94.7410900).
Curlew map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers between 7am and 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Southwest wind 17 to 24...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Curlew decreased by 5.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 58 | - | census |
| 2011 | 58 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 57 | -1.75% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 56 | -1.79% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 56 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 57 | 1.75% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 56 | -1.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 56 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 55 | -1.82% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 55 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 55 | 0% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Curlew, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153533 | Iowa Lakes Community College | Estherville (IA) | 51334-2295 |
Closest post offices linked to Curlew.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Curlew Post Office | Curlew (IA) | 50527 |
Other cities in Palo Alto County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Palo Alto County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Emmetsburg | 3,667 | City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States |
| Graettinger | 776 | Human settlement in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Ruthven | 678 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Mallard | 266 | City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States |
| Ayrshire | 138 | City in Iowa |
| Cylinder | 84 | Human settlement in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Rodman | 41 | City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States |