Carson, Iowa
Carson: city in Iowa, United States
About
Carson is a city located in the county of Pottawattamie in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 812 and a population density of 442 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 813 inhabitants.
The city was created 145 years ago in 1880.
Quick Facts about Carson
| Population | 813 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Pottawattamie County |
| Postal code | 51525 |
| Area | 1.84 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.2367,-95.4181 |
| Altitude | 1,152 feet / 351 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1881 (145 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 21:01:38 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 443 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.12% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 81℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Carson is located at 41°14'12"N 95°25'5"W (41.2366600, -95.4180600).
Carson map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 10 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Carson
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Carson increased by 0.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 812 | - | census |
| 2011 | 807 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 803 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 803 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 809 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 810 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 812 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 809 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 812 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 809 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 813 | 0.49% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Carson, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153630 | Iowa Western Community College | Council Bluffs (IA) | 51503-1057 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Carson, IA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OMA | Omaha | 1003 S. 9th Street | RAIL |
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
| LNK | Lincoln | 201 North 7th St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Carson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Carson Post Office | Carson (IA) | 51525 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Carson, California A city in Los Angeles County, California. with a population of 89,860 people.
- Carson, North Dakota city in North Dakota with a population of 260 people.
Other cities in Pottawattamie County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pottawattamie County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Council Bluffs | 62,216 | The most populous city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. |
| Carter Lake | 3,793 | City in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States |
| Avoca | 1,537 | City in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Treynor | 967 | Human settlement in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Underwood | 965 | City in Iowa |
| Neola | 890 | Human settlement in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Walnut | 768 | Town in Iowa |
| Crescent | 618 | Human settlement in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Minden | 597 | City in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States |
| Macedonia | 243 | City in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States |
| Hancock | 196 | City in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States |
| McClelland | 155 | City in Iowa |