Rock Valley, Iowa
Rock Valley: city in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Rock Valley is a city located in the county of Sioux in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,354 and a population density of 380 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,901 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Rock Valley
| Population | 3,901 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Sioux County |
| Postal code | 51247 |
| Phone Area Codes | 712 |
| Area | 8.83 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.2053,-96.2950 |
| Altitude | 1,250 feet / 381 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 05:27:04 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 442 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 14.02% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Rock Valley is located at 43°12'19"N 96°17'42"W (43.2052600, -96.2950300).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Rock Valley increased by 14.02% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,354 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,518 | 4.66% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,557 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,648 | 2.49% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,696 | 1.3% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,756 | 1.6% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,792 | 0.95% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,816 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,839 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,854 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,901 | 1.2% | estimation process |
People born in Rock Valley (4)
People born in Rock Valley, including U.S. botanist James Francis Macbride, politician Katy Olson, lawyer Stephen A. Mitchell, .
More notable people
- Andrew Van Ginkel (American football linebacker) he was born in 01/07/1995
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Rock Valley, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153250 | Dordt University | Sioux Center (IA) | 51250-1606 |
| 154101 | Northwestern College | Orange City (IA) | 51041 |
| 154129 | Northwest Iowa Community College | Sheldon (IA) | 51201 |
| 219000 | Augustana University | Sioux Falls (SD) | 57197-0001 |
| 219170 | Avera McKennan Hospital School of Radiologic Technology | Sioux Falls (SD) | 57117-5045 |
Closest post offices linked to Rock Valley.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Valley Post Office | Rock Valley (IA) | 51247 |
| Doon Post Office | Doon (IA) | 51235 |
| Hull Post Office | Hull (IA) | 51239 |
| Alvord Post Office | Alvord (IA) | 51230 |
| Hudson Post Office | Hudson (SD) | 57034 |
Other cities in Sioux County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Sioux County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Center | 7,665 | City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Orange City | 6,182 | City in Western Iowa |
| Hawarden | 2,443 | City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States |
| Hull | 2,296 | City in Sioux County, Iowa, United States |
| Alton | 1,249 | Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Hospers | 699 | Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Boyden | 682 | Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Granville | 303 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Maurice | 270 | Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Matlock | 89 | Human settlement in Sioux County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Chatsworth | 81 | City in Iowa, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Rock Valley distances to largest Iowa cities