Emmetsburg, Iowa
Emmetsburg: City in Palo Alto County, Iowa, United States.
About
Emmetsburg is a city located in the county of Palo Alto in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,904 and a population density of 379 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,667 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Emmetsburg
| Population | 3,667 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Palo Alto County |
| Postal code | 50536 |
| Phone Area Codes | 712 |
| Area | 10.29 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.1127,-94.6830 |
| Altitude | 1,237 feet / 377 meters |
| Capital city | Emmetsburg is capital of Palo Alto County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 21:07:06 (11th November 2026) |
| Density | 356 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.07% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 55℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Emmetsburg is located at 43°6'46"N 94°40'59"W (43.1127400, -94.6830400).
Emmetsburg map
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Weather
Mostly sunny. High near 55, with temperatures falling to around 51 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Emmetsburg decreased by 6.07% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,904 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,870 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,846 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,804 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,805 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,796 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,745 | -1.34% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,759 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,691 | -1.81% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,684 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,667 | -0.46% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Emmetsburg
1Emmetsburg City Hall
2021 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536 View details
Phone: +17128524030 | Website available
People born in Emmetsburg (12)
People born in Emmetsburg, including basketball player Loren Meyer, physicist Thomas Appelquist, rugby union footballer and coach Paul Emerick, .
More notable people
- Bruce Nelson (American football player) he was born in 12/05/1979
- Curt Pringle (American politician and lobbyist) he was born in 27/06/1959
- Francis X. Cretzmeyer (American sprinter and coach) he was born in 07/01/1913
- Jack Kibbie (American politician) he was born in 14/07/1929
- Matthew M. Joyce (United States federal judge) he was born in 29/04/1877
- Robert W. Pratt (District Judge) he was born in 01/01/1947
- H. Lynn Jondahl (American politician from Michigan) he was born in 10/07/1936
- Bob Mahan (American football player) he was born in 06/02/1904
- Sarah A. Luse (neuropathologist) she was born in 12/12/1918
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Emmetsburg, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153533 | Iowa Lakes Community College | Estherville (IA) | 51334-2295 |
| 381486 | Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake | Spirit Lake (IA) | 51360 |
Closest post offices linked to Emmetsburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Emmetsburg Post Office | Emmetsburg (IA) | 50536 |
Distance to Other Cities
Emmetsburg distances to largest Iowa cities