Leon, Iowa
Leon: city in Iowa, USA
About
Leon is a city located in the county of Decatur in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,977 and a population density of 240 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,808 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Leon
| Population | 1,808 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Decatur County |
| Postal code | 50144 |
| Phone Area Codes | 641 |
| Area | 8.24 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.7397,-93.7477 |
| Altitude | 1,125 feet / 343 meters |
| Capital city | Leon is capital of Decatur County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 23:23:02 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 219 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -9.35% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Leon is located at 40°44'23"N 93°44'52"W (40.7397200, -93.7477200).
Leon map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Leon decreased by 9.35% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,977 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,923 | -2.81% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,914 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,888 | -1.38% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,898 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,875 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,870 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,847 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,832 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,823 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,808 | -0.83% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Leon
1City of Leon
104 W 1st St, Leon, IA 50144 View details
Phone: +16414466221 | Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Leon, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153366 | Graceland University-Lamoni | Lamoni (IA) | 50140 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Leon, IA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSC | Osceola | Main & East Clay Streets | RAIL |
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
| OTM | Ottumwa station | 210 West Main Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Leon.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Leon Post Office | Leon (IA) | 50144 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Leon, Wisconsin town in Wisconsin, United States with a population of 1,446 people.
- Leon, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 1,292 people.
- Leon, Kansas city in Butler County, Kansas, United States of America with a population of 730 people.
- Leon, West Virginia human settlement in Mason County, West Virginia, United States of America with a population of 145 people.
- Leon, Oklahoma town in Oklahoma, United States with a population of 99 people.
Other cities in Decatur County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Decatur County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lamoni | 2,196 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Grand River | 215 | Township in Decatur County, Iowa |
| Van Wert | 208 | Human settlement in Decatur County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Garden Grove | 200 | Township in Decatur County, Iowa |
| Davis City | 184 | Human settlement in Decatur County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Decatur City | 184 | Human settlement in Decatur County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Weldon | 104 | City in Iowa, USA |
| Pleasanton | 44 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Le Roy | 14 | Human settlement in Decatur County, Iowa, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Leon distances to largest Iowa cities