Colo, Iowa
Colo: city in Story County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Colo is a city located in the county of Story in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 876 and a population density of 318 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 819 inhabitants.
The city was created 150 years ago in 1875.
Quick Facts about Colo
| Population | 819 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Story County |
| Postal code | 50056 |
| Area | 2.75 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.0178,-93.3152 |
| Altitude | 1,040 feet / 317 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1876 (150 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:59:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 298 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.96% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Colo is located at 42°1'4"N 93°18'55"W (42.0177700, -93.3152100).
Colo map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Colo
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Colo decreased by 6.96% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 876 | - | census |
| 2011 | 880 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 874 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 874 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 870 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 862 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 855 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 844 | -1.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 830 | -1.69% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 820 | -1.22% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 819 | -0.12% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Colo
1Colo City Hall & Public Works
209 Main St, Colo, IA 50056 View details
Phone: +16413772238 | Website available
People born in Colo (1)
Disc jockey, radio host, UPI radio news anchor Jim Lounsbury was born in Colo
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Colo, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154208 | PCI Academy-Ames | Ames (IA) | 50010 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Colo, IA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSC | Osceola | Main & East Clay Streets | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Colo.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Col Post Office | Colo (IA) | 50056 |
Other cities in Story County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Story County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ames | 67,033 | The most populous city in Story County, Iowa. |
| Nevada | 6,682 | Town in Story County, Iowa, United States |
| Huxley | 4,270 | City in Story County, Iowa, United States |
| Story City | 3,320 | City in Iowa |
| Slater | 1,471 | City in Story County, Iowa, United States |
| Roland | 1,252 | City in Iowa |
| Gilbert | 1,152 | City in Story County, Iowa, United States |
| Maxwell | 908 | City in Iowa |
| Cambridge | 796 | City in Iowa, USA |
| Zearing | 517 | Human settlement in Story County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Collins | 472 | City in Story County, Iowa, United States |
| Sheldahl | 325 | Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America |
| McCallsburg | 320 | Human settlement in Story County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Kelley | 300 | City in Iowa, USA |