Colfax, Iowa
Colfax: city in Jasper County, Iowa
About
Colfax is a city located in the county of Jasper in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,093 and a population density of 312 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,050 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Colfax
| Population | 2,050 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Jasper County |
| Postal code | 50054 |
| Area | 6.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.6778,-93.2452 |
| Altitude | 801 feet / 244 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:12:28 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 306 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.1% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Colfax is located at 41°40'40"N 93°14'43"W (41.6777700, -93.2452000).
Colfax map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Colfax decreased by 2.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,093 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,071 | -1.06% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,065 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,063 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,069 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,060 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,055 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,065 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,073 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,064 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,050 | -0.68% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Colfax
1Colfax City Hall
19 E Howard St, Colfax, IA 50054 View details
Phone: +15156744096 | Website available
People born in Colfax (3)
People born in Colfax, including author James Norman Hall, football player Joe Laws, United States Army Medal of Honor recipient Herschel F. Briles, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Colfax, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153214 | Des Moines Area Community College | Ankeny (IA) | 50023-3993 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Colfax, IA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSC | Osceola | Main & East Clay Streets | RAIL |
| OTM | Ottumwa station | 210 West Main Street | RAIL |
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Colfax.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Colfax Post Office | Colfax (IA) | 50054 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Colfax, Washington city in Washington, United States with a population of 2,787 people.
- Colfax, California city in California, USA with a population of 2,009 people.
- Colfax, Louisiana parish seat in Louisiana, United States. with a population of 1,431 people.
- Colfax, Michigan township in Oceana County, Michigan with a population of 1,328 people.
- Colfax, Wisconsin village in Dunn County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,244 people.
- Colfax, Illinois village in McLean County, Illinois, United States with a population of 1,009 people.
- Colfax, North Dakota city in Richland County, North Dakota, United States with a population of 242 people.
- Colfax, Indiana town in Perry Township, Clinton County, Indiana, United States with a population of 197 people.
Other cities in Jasper County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jasper County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Newton | 15,127 | City in and the county seat of Jasper County, Illinois, United States |
| Monroe | 1,905 | City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States |
| Prairie City | 1,718 | City in Jasper County, Iowa |
| Baxter | 1,132 | Human settlement in Jasper County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Sully | 826 | City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States |
| Kellogg | 585 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Lynnville | 393 | City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States |
| Mingo | 309 | Human settlement in Jasper County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Lambs Grove | 165 | Human settlement in Jasper County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Oakland Acres | 161 | City in Jasper County, Iowa, United States |
| Reasnor | 156 | Human settlement in Jasper County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Valeria | 58 | Human settlement in Jasper County, Iowa, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Colfax distances to largest Iowa cities