Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City: The most populous city in Johnson County, Iowa.
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 187 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 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.6611,-91.5302 |
| Altitude | 669 feet / 204 meters |
| Capital city | Iowa City is capital of Johnson County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1839 (187 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:19:05 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,106 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth | 9.67% (2010-2019) |
| Weather | 77℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Iowa City is located at 41°39'40"N 91°31'49"W (41.6611300, -91.5301700).
Iowa City map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers between 7am and 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
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
1Old Capitol Museum
21 N Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52242, United States View details
Phone: +13193353491 | Website available
2Worlds Largest Wooden Nickel
3246-3248 Iowa River Corridor Trail, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States View details
3Plum Grove Historical Site
1030 Carroll St, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States View details
Phone: +13193376846 | Website available
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, .
More notable people
- 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
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Iowa City, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| 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 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Iowa City, IA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| 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 |
Closest post offices linked to 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