Spencer, Iowa
Spencer: city in the state of Iowa (United States).
About
Spencer is a city located in the county of Clay in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 11,233 and a population density of 391 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 10,989 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Spencer
| Population | 10,989 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Clay County |
| Postal code | 51301 |
| Phone Area Codes | 712 |
| Area | 28.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.1414,-95.1444 |
| Altitude | 1,312 feet / 400 meters |
| Capital city | Spencer is capital of Clay County |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 10:49:39 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 383 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.17% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 64℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Spencer is located at 43°8'29"N 95°8'40"W (43.1413600, -95.1444400).
Spencer map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 64. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Spencer decreased by 2.17% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,233 | - | census |
| 2011 | 11,203 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 11,164 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 11,130 | -0.3% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 11,180 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 11,199 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 11,094 | -0.94% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 11,032 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 11,011 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 10,952 | -0.54% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 10,989 | 0.34% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Spencer
1Spencer City Hall
101 W 5th St, Spencer, IA 51301 View details
Phone: +17125807200 | Website available
People born in Spencer (13)
People born in Spencer, including resident cat at the Spencer Public Library in Spencer, Iowa, US Dewey Readmore Books, writer Vicki Myron, football player Garry Howe, .
More notable people
- Lynn Wardlow (American politician) he was born in 11/11/1943
- Richard L. Tierney (American writer) he was born in 07/08/1936
- Robert Suderburg (American composer) he was born in 28/01/1936
- Robin Thede (American comedian) she was born in 27/07/1979
- Tom W. Shaw (American politician) he was born in 01/01/1961
- Ronald Roskens (American academic) he was born in 11/12/1932
- Krista Marie DeGeest (US volleyball player) she was born in 10/01/1990
- John Sullivan he was born in 10/05/1938
- Ryan Vermeer (American golfer) he was born in 11/01/1978
- Jeff Taylor (American political scientist and politician) he was born in 30/01/1961
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Spencer, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 381486 | Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake | Spirit Lake (IA) | 51360 |
Closest post offices linked to Spencer.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Spencer Post Office | Spencer (IA) | 51301 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Spencer, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts. with a population of 11,898 people.
- Spencer, Oklahoma city in Oklahoma. with a population of 3,959 people.
- Spencer, North Carolina town in North Carolina. with a population of 3,260 people.
- Spencer, Indiana town in Washington Township, Owen County, Indiana, United States. with a population of 2,262 people.
- Spencer, Ohio village in Spencer Township located in Medina County, Ohio, United States. with a population of 2,059 people.
- Spencer, West Virginia city in West Virginia. with a population of 1,989 people.
- Spencer, Tennessee town in Tennessee, USA. with a population of 1,710 people.
- Spencer, Wisconsin village in Marathon County, Wisconsin. with a population of 1,675 people.
Distance to Other Cities
Spencer distances to largest Iowa cities