Oelwein, Iowa
Oelwein: city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Oelwein is a city located in the county of Fayette in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,415 and a population density of 510 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,789 inhabitants.
The city was created 154 years ago in 1871.
Quick Facts about Oelwein
| Population | 5,789 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Fayette County |
| Postal code | 50662 |
| Phone Area Codes | 319 |
| Area | 12.57 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.6733,-91.9135 |
| Altitude | 1,047 feet / 319, 319 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1872 (154 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 06:00:36 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 460 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -10.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Oelwein is located at 42°40'24"N 91°54'49"W (42.6733200, -91.9135000).
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers between 1am and 2am, then rain showers likely and patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. North wind around 7...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Oelwein decreased by 10.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,415 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,427 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,337 | -1.42% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,237 | -1.6% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,172 | -1.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,103 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,024 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,944 | -1.35% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,916 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,900 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,789 | -1.92% | estimation process |
People born in Oelwein (10)
People born in Oelwein, including Catholic bishop John Francis Kinney, gridiron football player Ray Hanken, rock music guitarist, songwriter and author Dick Wagner, .
More notable people
- Dick Woodson (American baseball player) he was born in 30/03/1945
- Josh Byrnes (politician) he was born in 18/04/1974
- Kermit Tyler (Recipient of the Legion of Merit) he was born in 13/04/1913
- Roger Thomas (American politician) he was born in 13/12/1950
- Walter Percy Chrysler Jr. (American art collector) he was born in 27/05/1909
- Joseph N. Crowley (American administrative academic) he was born in 09/07/1933
- David Lalk (American politician) he was born in 31/10/1948
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Oelwein, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154493 | Upper Iowa University | Fayette (IA) | 52142-1857 |
Closest post offices linked to Oelwein.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Oelwein Post Office | Oelwein (IA) | 50662 |
Other cities in Fayette County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fayette County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| West Union | 2,270 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Fayette | 1,378 | City in and county seat of Fayette County, Alabama, United States |
| Elgin | 620 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States |
| Clermont | 580 | City in Iowa |
| Maynard | 472 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Hawkeye | 399 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Arlington | 393 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States |
| Waucoma | 239 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States |
| Wadena | 235 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States |
| Westgate | 209 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Saint Lucas | 134 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Randalia | 60 | City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Oelwein distances to largest Iowa cities