Largest Cities in Iowa by Population

Iowa, Located in the Midwestern United States, this state is known for its fertile farmlands and significant role in agriculture. Des Moines is its capital and largest city, with Cedar Rapids and Davenport also being major urban centers. It plays a crucial role in the American food supply, particularly in corn and hog production.. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 3,163,561 inhabitants. The state was created 179 years ago in 1846. Its capital city is Des Moines.

There are 25 city/town in Iowa, . The largest city of Iowa is Sioux City with a population of 82,651. Other cities include, Spencer population 10,989, Storm Lake population 10,438, Sioux Center population 7,665, Spirit Lake population 5,251

Sioux City
Sioux City

Sioux City, The second most populous city in Iowa.

Spencer
Spencer

Spencer, City in the state of Iowa (United States)

Storm Lake
Storm Lake

Storm Lake, City in Iowa

Known as the "Hawkeye State," Iowa is home to thriving cities and charming small towns that invite visitors to experience Midwestern hospitality. The capital of Des Moines serves as a cultural hub with a bustling downtown and the renowned Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Eclectic Iowa City boasts literary legacy as a UNESCO City of Literature.

Along the banks of the Mississippi River, Davenport and Dubuque display their vibrant river town heritage and connection to the history of westward expansion. Ames houses the main campus of Iowa State University and combines college-town vibes with family-friendly recreation.

Classic Iowa communities like Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, and Cedar Falls exude an atmosphere of hometown pride and Main Street Americana. In the countryside, towns like Pella and Amana celebrate their Dutch heritage and offer glimpses into Iowa's immigrant past.

From the fields of corn and soybeans to the major metro hubs, Iowa's cities and towns reflect the industry and values that define the Midwestern lifestyle. Each community tells its own story while contributing to the broader narrative of what makes Iowa such a genuine and welcoming place.

All Iowa Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Iowa.

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City Name County Population
Sioux City Woodbury 82,651
Spencer Clay 10,989
Storm Lake Buena Vista 10,438
Sioux Center Sioux 7,665
Spirit Lake Dickinson 5,251
Sergeant Bluff Woodbury 5,119
Sheldon O'Brien 5,071
Shenandoah Page 4,783
Story City Story 3,320
Saylorville Polk 3,301
Solon Johnson 2,771
Sibley Osceola 2,586
Sac City Sac 2,068
Sigourney Keokuk 1,980
Sumner Bremer 1,965
Stuart Adair 1,756
Slater Story 1,471
State Center Marshall 1,432
Sanborn O'Brien 1,390
Shell Rock Butler 1,268
Strawberry Point Clayton 1,193
Springville Linn 1,149
Saint Ansgar Mitchell 1,125
Sheffield Franklin 1,096
Sidney Fremont 1,016
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