Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City: The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa. It is located on the Iowa River in eastern Iowa. Iowa City is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Iowa campus and the Iowa City Public Library.
About
Iowa City is a city located in the county of Johnson in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 67,862 and a population density of 999 people per km². After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 75,130 inhabitants.
The city was created 186 years ago in 1838.
Quick Facts about Iowa City
| Population : | 75,130 (2019) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Iowa (United States) |
| County : | Johnson County |
| Postal code : | 52240–52246 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 319 |
| Area : | 67.9 km2 |
| Altitude : | 669 feet / 204 meters |
| Capital city : | Iowa City is capital of Johnson County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1839 (186 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 03:00:52 (12th May 2025) |
| Density : | 1,106 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth : | 9.67% (2010-2019) |
Geography
Iowa City is located at 41°39'40"N 91°31'49"W (41.6611300, -91.5301700).
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- Official Website
Official website of Iowa City
Demographics
The population of Iowa City increased by 9.67% in 9 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 67,862 | - | census |
| 2011 | 69,201 | 1.93% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 70,182 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 71,454 | 1.78% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 72,831 | 1.89% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 73,497 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 74,587 | 1.46% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 75,690 | 1.46% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 75,696 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 75,130 | -0.75% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Iowa City
1 Old Capitol Museum
21 N Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52242, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Worlds Largest Wooden Nickel
3246-3248 Iowa River Corridor Trail, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Plum Grove Historical Site
1030 Carroll St, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Iowa City (183)
People born in Iowa City, including incumbent Mayor of Zurich; Swiss politician, 1960– Corine Mauch, professional golfer Zach Johnson, actress Laura Leighton, .
List
- Nancy Hogshead-Makar (American swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, lawyer, professor) she was born in 17/04/1962
- Mike Muuss (American computer programmer) he was born in 16/10/1958
- Allan Sandage (astrophysicist) he was born in 18/06/1926
- Royce Alger (mixed martial artist) he was born in 06/03/1965
- Joey Woody (American hurdler) he was born in 22/05/1973
- Phyllis Somerville (American stage, film and television actress) she was born in 12/12/1943
- Ashley Tesoro (American entertainer) she was born in 15/02/1983
- Hill Harper (actor) he was born in 17/05/1966
- Gail Jefferson (American inventor) she was born in 22/04/1938
- Bob Barr (Republican and Libertarian politician) he was born in 05/11/1948
- Lawrence Donald Soens (Fifth bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sioux City, Iowa.) he was born in 26/08/1926
- Norm Breyfogle (American comics artist) he was born in 27/02/1960
- Nate Kaeding (American football player, placekicker) he was born in 26/03/1982
- Drake Mabry (American composer, musicologist, music educator and oboist) he was born in 01/01/1950
- Phil Morris (American actor, born 1959) he was born in 04/04/1959
- Sidney G. Winter (American economist) he was born in 20/04/1935
- John Y. McCollister (American politician (1921-2013)) he was born in 10/06/1921
- Henry Augustus Pilsbry (American zoologist) he was born in 07/12/1862
Schools in Iowa City
College & universities near Iowa City, IA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154341 | La James International College-Iowa City | Iowa City (IA) | 52245 |
| 153658 | University of Iowa | Iowa City (IA) | 52242-1316 |
| 480499 | Shiloh University | Kalona (IA) | 52247 |
| 153737 | Kirkwood Community College | Cedar Rapids (IA) | 52406-2068 |
| 153162 | Cornell College | Mount Vernon (IA) | 52314-1098 |
Stations (7)
Amtrak & bus stations near Iowa City, IA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTP | Mount Pleasant | 418 North Adams Street | RAIL |
| DVP | Davenport, Iowa | 304 West River Drive | BUS |
| RKI | Rock Island, IL | 3500 5th Avenue | BUS |
| MLI | Moline, Illinois | 1200 River Drive | BUS |
| BRL | Burlington | 300 South Main Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Iowa City
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City Post Office | Iowa City (IA) | 52240 |
| Coralville New Post Office | Coralville (IA) | 52241 |
| North Liberty Post Office | North Liberty (IA) | 52317 |
| Hill Post Office | Hills (IA) | 52235 |
| Tiffin Post Office | Tiffin (IA) | 52340 |
Other cities in Johnson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Johnson County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Coralville | 22,484 | City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States |
| North Liberty | 19,736 | City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Tiffin | 4,629 | Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Solon | 2,771 | Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Lone Tree | 1,384 | Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America |
| University Heights | 1,025 | Town in Johnson County, Iowa, United States |
| Swisher | 959 | Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Hills | 834 | Human settlement in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Oxford | 797 | City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Shueyville | 655 | City in Johnson County, Iowa, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Iowa City distances to largest Iowa cities
