Goldfield, Iowa
Goldfield: city in Iowa
About
Goldfield is a city located in the county of Wright in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 635 and a population density of 205 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 583 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Goldfield
| Population | 583 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Wright County |
| Postal code | 50542 |
| Area | 3.09 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.7358,-93.9208 |
| Altitude | 1,129 feet / 344 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:23:06 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 189 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.92% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Goldfield is located at 42°44'9"N 93°55'15"W (42.7358000, -93.9207800).
Goldfield map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Goldfield decreased by 8.92% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 635 | - | census |
| 2011 | 623 | -1.93% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 621 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 620 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 614 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 610 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 611 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 605 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 599 | -1% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 593 | -1.01% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 583 | -1.72% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Goldfield, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153782 | La James International College-Ft Dodge | Fort Dodge (IA) | 50501 |
| 153524 | Iowa Central Community College | Fort Dodge (IA) | 50501 |
Closest post offices linked to Goldfield.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Goldfield Post Office | Goldfield (IA) | 50542 |
| Eagle Grov Post Office | Eagle Grove (IA) | 50533 |
| Renwick Post Office | Renwick (IA) | 50577 |
| Thor Post Office | Thor (IA) | 50591 |
| Clarion Post Office | Clarion (IA) | 50525 |
Other cities in Wright County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wright County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Grove | 3,367 | City in Wright County, Iowa, United States |
| Clarion | 2,678 | City in Iowa |
| Belmond | 2,235 | City in Wright County, Iowa, United States |
| Dows | 498 | Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America |
| Rowan | 160 | American city in Iowa |
| Woolstock | 159 | Township in Wright County, Iowa |
| Galt | 30 | Human settlement in Wright County, Iowa, United States of America |