Where is Iowa City, Iowa, USA?

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Where is Iowa City Located? - Iowa City is a city located in the Johnson County of Iowa, United States. Iowa City lies between 37.3434 Degrees North latitudes and 85.3419 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Iowa City, Iowa

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Where is Iowa City?: The Google Map showing the location of Iowa City in the U.S. state of Iowa.

Where is Iowa City Located?

Iowa City is a city located in the Johnson County of Iowa, United States. Iowa City lies between 37.3434 Degrees North latitudes and 85.3419 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Iowa City city is 74828 people and the city has a total area of 25.6 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Iowa City, Iowa Quick Facts

Property Information
CityIowa City
CountyJohnson County
StateIowa
State CapitalDes Moines
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude41.6611° N
Longitude91.5302° W
Elevation668 ft (204 m)
Land Area25.28 sq mi
Water Area0.23 sq mi
Total Area25.51 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)74,828 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 2,960 per sq mi
ZIP Codes52240, 52245, 52246
Area Code319
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code19-38595
Congressional DistrictIowa's 1st Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Iowa City, Iowa

  • Coralville, Iowa - West - 3 mi
  • University Heights, Iowa - Southwest - 2 mi
  • North Liberty, Iowa - North - 8 mi
  • Tiffin, Iowa - West - 9 mi
  • Solon, Iowa - Northeast - 13 mi
  • West Branch, Iowa - East - 11 mi
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa - North - 30 mi
  • Washington, Iowa - South - 34 mi
  • Mount Vernon, Iowa - Northeast - 27 mi
  • Muscatine, Iowa - Southeast - 35 mi

Driving Distances from Iowa City, Iowa

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
University HeightsIowa25 minutes
CoralvilleIowa38 minutes
North LibertyIowa812 minutes
TiffinIowa915 minutes
West BranchIowa1115 minutes
SolonIowa1320 minutes
Mount VernonIowa2730 minutes
Cedar RapidsIowa3035 minutes
WashingtonIowa3440 minutes
MuscatineIowa3545 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Iowa City, Iowa

Transportation Details
Airport NameThe Eastern Iowa Airport (Cedar Rapids)
IATA CodeCID
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 80, US Highway 6, Iowa Highway 1, Iowa Highway 965
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station in Mount Pleasant
Local Bus/Transit ServiceIowa City Transit, Coralville Transit, and Cambus (University of Iowa)
  • Interstate 80 provides direct access to Des Moines, Davenport, Chicago, and other major Midwestern destinations.
  • US Highway 6 and Iowa Highway 1 connect Iowa City with surrounding communities across eastern Iowa.
  • The Eastern Iowa Airport, approximately 22 miles north, offers regular commercial flights to major U.S. cities.
  • Iowa City Transit, Coralville Transit, and the University of Iowa's Cambus system provide extensive public transportation throughout the metropolitan area.
  • Iowa City is a major educational, healthcare, literary, and cultural center, best known as the home of the University of Iowa and a UNESCO City of Literature.

What are top Places to Visit in Iowa City, Iowa

Landmark Name Type
University of Iowa PentacrestHistoric Campus Landmark
Old Capitol MuseumHistory Museum
Kinnick StadiumCollege Football Stadium
Devonian Fossil GorgeNatural Attraction
Hickory Hill ParkNature Park
Iowa Avenue Literary WalkCultural Landmark
Stanley Museum of ArtArt Museum
Wilson Orchard & FarmFarm Attraction
Coral Ridge MallShopping Center
Terry Trueblood Recreation AreaOutdoor Recreation Area

Colleges and Universities in Iowa City, Iowa

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
University of IowaPublicResearch UniversityMedicine, law, engineering, business, journalism, and the Iowa Writers' Workshop
Kirkwood Community College – Iowa City CampusPublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, healthcare, and university transfer programs
Upper Iowa University – Iowa City CenterPrivateUniversity CenterBusiness, public administration, education, and adult learning
University of Iowa Health CarePublicAcademic Medical CenterMedical education, research, and specialized healthcare training
Iowa City Community School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Iowa City, Iowa

Iowa River, Coralville Lake, Clear Creek, Ralston Creek, Rapid Creek, Old Man's Creek, Terry Trueblood Lake, Lake Macbride

Golf Courses in Iowa City, Iowa

Finkbine Golf Course, Brown Deer Golf Club, Pleasant Valley Golf Course, Saddleback Ridge Golf Course, Blue Top Ridge Golf Course, PinSeekers Tiffin

Iowa City, Iowa — Key Historical Facts

  • Iowa City was founded in 1839 as the capital of the Iowa Territory and served as the state capital until 1857, when the capital moved to Des Moines.
  • The Old Capitol building remains one of Iowa's most significant historic landmarks and now serves as a museum on the University of Iowa campus.
  • The University of Iowa, established in 1847, transformed the city into a nationally recognized center for higher education, healthcare, research, and literature.
  • In 2008, Iowa City became the first UNESCO City of Literature in the United States, recognizing its internationally significant literary heritage.
  • Today, Iowa City is known for its world-class university, renowned medical center, vibrant arts scene, historic downtown, and leadership in education, research, and culture.

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