Gowrie, Iowa
Gowrie: city in Webster County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Gowrie is a city located in the county of Webster in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,037 and a population density of 276 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 954 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Gowrie
| Population | 954 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Webster County |
| Postal code | 50543 |
| Area | 3.75 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.2805,-94.2908 |
| Altitude | 1,142 feet / 348 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:54:18 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 254 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.7% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Gowrie is located at 42°16'50"N 94°17'27"W (42.2805300, -94.2908000).
Gowrie map
Weather
Sunny, with a high near 82. South southeast wind 6 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Gowrie decreased by 8.7% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,037 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,031 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,008 | -2.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,002 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 999 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 990 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 983 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 978 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 967 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 953 | -1.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 954 | 0.1% | estimation process |
People born in Gowrie (2)
People born in Gowrie, including writer Darrell Huff, U.S. Marine Corps Major General Carl A. Youngdale, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Gowrie, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153524 | Iowa Central Community College | Fort Dodge (IA) | 50501 |
Closest post offices linked to Gowrie.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Gowr Post Office | Gowrie (IA) | 50543 |
Other cities in Webster County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Webster County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Dodge | 23,906 | City in Iowa |
| Dayton | 798 | City in Webster County, Iowa, United States |
| Badger | 534 | Human settlement in Webster County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Otho | 505 | Human settlement in Webster County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Lehigh | 393 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Duncombe | 386 | City in Webster County, Iowa, in the United States |
| Callender | 346 | City in Webster County, Iowa, United States |
| Harcourt | 278 | City in Iowa |
| Barnum | 181 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Moorland | 158 | Human settlement in Webster County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Vincent | 158 | Human settlement in Webster County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Clare | 133 | Town in Iowa |