Pocahontas, Iowa
Pocahontas: city in and county seat of Pocahontas County, Iowa, United States.
About
Pocahontas is a city located in the county of Pocahontas in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,789 and a population density of 343 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,630 inhabitants.
The city was created 134 years ago in 1892.
Quick Facts about Pocahontas
| Population | 1,630 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Pocahontas County |
| Postal code | 50574 |
| Phone Area Codes | 712 |
| Area | 5.22 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.7355,-94.6692 |
| Named for | Pocahontas |
| Altitude | 1,220 feet / 372 meters |
| Capital city | Pocahontas is capital of Pocahontas County |
| Establishment | May 16, 1892 (134 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 06:18:43 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 312 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.89% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Pocahontas is located at 42°44'8"N 94°40'9"W (42.7355300, -94.6691500).
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Weather
Mostly sunny. High near 65, with temperatures falling to around 63 in the afternoon. East southeast wind around 6 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Pocahontas decreased by 8.89% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,789 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,756 | -1.84% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,750 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,747 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,752 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,723 | -1.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,691 | -1.86% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,687 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,656 | -1.84% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,634 | -1.33% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,630 | -0.24% | estimation process |
People born in Pocahontas (3)
People born in Pocahontas, including academic James V. Schall, football player Frank Linnan, baseball player Larry Biittner, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Pocahontas, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153339 | Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Storm Lake | Storm Lake (IA) | 50588 |
| 153001 | Buena Vista University | Storm Lake (IA) | 50588 |
| 153524 | Iowa Central Community College | Fort Dodge (IA) | 50501 |
| 153782 | La James International College-Ft Dodge | Fort Dodge (IA) | 50501 |
Closest post offices linked to Pocahontas.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pocahonta Post Office | Pocahontas (IA) | 50574 |
| Havelock Post Office | Havelock (IA) | 50546 |
| Palmer Post Office | Palmer (IA) | 50571 |
| Rol Post Office | Rolfe (IA) | 50581 |
| Plover Post Office | Plover (IA) | 50573 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Pocahontas, Arkansas city in Arkansas. with a population of 6,767 people.
Distance to Other Cities
Pocahontas distances to largest Iowa cities