Dakota City, Iowa
Dakota City: county seat in Iowa
About
Dakota City is a city located in the county of Humboldt in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 843 and a population density of 420 people per km². After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 825 inhabitants.
The city was created 171 years ago in 1854.
Quick Facts about Dakota City
| Population | 825 (2019) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Humboldt County |
| Postal code | 50529 |
| Phone Area Codes | 515 |
| Area | 2.01 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.7222,-94.1972 |
| Altitude | 1,125 feet / 343 meters |
| Capital city | Dakota City is capital of Humboldt County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1855 (171 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 17:00:37 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 411 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth | -2.18% (2010-2019) |
| Weather | 84℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Dakota City is located at 42°43'20"N 94°11'50"W (42.7221900, -94.1971800).
Dakota City map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 84. South southeast wind 6 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Dakota City decreased by 2.18% in 9 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 843 | - | census |
| 2011 | 840 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 835 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 830 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 822 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 812 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 811 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 815 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 816 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 825 | 1.09% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Dakota City
1Dakota City City Hall
26 5th St S, Dakota City, IA 50529 View details
Phone: +15153323083 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Dakota City, 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Dakota City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dakota City Post Office | Dakota City (IA) | 50529 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Dakota City, Nebraska a city located in Dakota County, Nebraska, United States. with a population of 1,859 people.
Other cities in Humboldt County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Humboldt County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Humboldt | 4,544 | City in Iowa |
| Livermore | 361 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Bode | 286 | Human settlement in Humboldt County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Renwick | 260 | Human settlement in Humboldt County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Thor | 180 | Town in the state of Iowa, United States |
| Rutland | 121 | Town in Humboldt County, Iowa, United States |
| Bradgate | 84 | Human settlement in Humboldt County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Hardy | 41 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Ottosen | 36 | Human settlement in Humboldt County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Pioneer | 22 | City in Iowa, United States |