Forest City, Iowa
Forest City: human settlement in Iowa, United States of America
About
Forest City is a city located in the county of Winnebago in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,151 and a population density of 345 people per km². After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 4,025 inhabitants.
The city was created 147 years ago in 1878.
Quick Facts about Forest City
| Population | 4,025 (2019) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Winnebago County |
| Postal code | 50436 |
| Phone Area Codes | 641 |
| Area | 12.02 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.2625,-93.6372 |
| Altitude | 1,257 feet / 383 meters |
| Capital city | Forest City is capital of Winnebago County |
| Establishment | June 14, 1878 (147 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:04:38 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 335 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth | -3.13% (2010-2019) |
| Weather | 75℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Forest City is located at 43°15'45"N 93°38'14"W (43.2624600, -93.6371600).
Forest City map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers between 7am and 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. Chance of precipitation...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Forest City decreased by 3.13% in 9 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,151 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,049 | -2.52% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,029 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,938 | -2.31% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,010 | 1.8% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,065 | 1.35% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,056 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,065 | 0.22% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,090 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,025 | -1.61% | estimation process |
People born in Forest City (9)
People born in Forest City, including trade unionist and politician Henry Teigan, actor Bob Baker, John Eugene Law, .
More notable people
- Brent Loken (American ecologist) he was born in 22/07/1970
- John Meyers (American football player (1940-1998)) he was born in 16/01/1940
- Kevin Dahle (American politician) he was born in 24/01/1960
- Lute Barnes (American baseball player) he was born in 28/04/1947
- Mike Stensrud (American football player) he was born in 19/02/1956
- Dean Borg (United States journalist) he was born in 21/04/1938
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Forest City, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154518 | Waldorf University | Forest City (IA) | 50436-1713 |
Closest post offices linked to Forest City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Forest City Post Office | Forest City (IA) | 50436 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Forest City, Florida city in Iowa, United States of America with a population of 13,854 people.
- Forest City, North Carolina town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 7,138 people.
- Forest City, Pennsylvania borough in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 1,721 people.
- Forest City, Minnesota township in Meeker County, Minnesota with a population of 661 people.
- Forest City, Illinois township in Mason County, Illinois with a population of 249 people.
- Forest City, Missouri City in Holt County, Missouri, United States with a population of 246 people.
Other cities in Winnebago County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Winnebago County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Mills | 1,987 | City in Iowa, USA |
| Buffalo Center | 849 | Human settlement in Winnebago County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Thompson | 466 | City in Winnebago County, Iowa, United States |
| Leland | 268 | Human settlement in Winnebago County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Rake | 206 | City in Winnebago County, Iowa, United States |
| Scarville | 66 | Human settlement in Winnebago County, Iowa, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Forest City distances to largest Iowa cities