Ida County Map, Iowa

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Map of Ida County - Ida County is a county located in the U.S. state of Iowa. Ida County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Ida County located in the map, major cities in Ida county, population, areas, and places of interest.

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Map of Ida County, Iowa

Ida County is a county located in the U.S. state of Iowa. It's county seat is Ida Grove. As per 2020 census, the population of Ida County is 6956 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 432 sq mi (1,119 km2). Ida County was established on -17881.

Ida County Facts

Continent	North America
Country	United States
State	Iowa
County Seat	Ida Grove
Largest City/Town	Ida Grove
Established	January 15, 1851
Total Area	432 sq mi (1,119 sq km)
Land Area	432 sq mi (1,119 sq km)
Water Area	0.3 sq mi (1 sq km)
Population	7,089 (Census 2020)
Population Density	16.4 people per sq mi
Time Zone	Central Time Zone (CT)
Major Highways	U.S. Highway 59, Iowa Highway 175, Iowa Highway 31
Major Rivers	Maple River, Odebolt Creek
Neighboring Counties	Cherokee County, Sac County, Crawford County, Woodbury County, Monona County
Famous For	Ida Grove's castle-themed architecture, agricultural heritage, rolling prairie landscapes
Top Attractions	Moorehead Park, Castle House, Ida County Historical Society Museum, Skate Palace
Official Website	Official Website

About Ida County, Iowa

Ida County is located in western Iowa and was established in 1851. The county seat and largest city is Ida Grove. The county is known for its productive farmland and the unique castle-themed architecture created by local businessman Byron Godbersen. Rolling prairies, small communities, and a strong agricultural economy define much of the county's character.

Cities and Towns in Ida County, Iowa

City/Town	Population (Census 2020)	Latitude & Longitude
Ida Grove (county seat)	2,051	42.3508°N, 95.4719°W
Battle Creek	713	42.3155°N, 95.5958°W
Galva	408	42.5050°N, 95.4175°W
Holstein (part)	1,396	42.4894°N, 95.5458°W
Arthur	204	42.3355°N, 95.3435°W
Correctionville (part)	766	42.4741°N, 95.7856°W
Ida Grove East (CDP)	120	42.3520°N, 95.4450°W

Best Golf Courses in Ida County, Iowa

Golf Course	Location	Latitude & Longitude
Ida Grove Golf & Country Club	Ida Grove	42.3434°N, 95.4625°W
Battle Creek Golf Course	Battle Creek	42.3198°N, 95.6042°W
Holstein Country Club	Holstein	42.4876°N, 95.5579°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Ida County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

U.S. Highway 59 - major north-south route connecting Ida Grove with Cherokee, Denison, and other western Iowa communities
Iowa Highway 175 - east-west corridor linking Ida Grove with Sac City, Battle Creek, and surrounding counties
Iowa Highway 31 - regional highway providing access to southern parts of the county and neighboring communities

Neighboring Counties of Ida County

Cherokee County (north)
Sac County (east)
Crawford County (south)
Monona County (southwest)
Woodbury County (west)

What are Top Attractions in Ida County, Iowa

The county offers a mix of natural and cultural attractions.

Main Sight Name	City	Famous For
Castle House	Ida Grove	Unique castle-inspired architecture designed by Byron Godbersen
Moorehead Park	Ida Grove	Camping, fishing, hiking trails, and outdoor recreation
Ida County Historical Society Museum	Ida Grove	County history exhibits and pioneer artifacts
Skate Palace	Ida Grove	Castle-themed community landmark and recreation facility
King's Pointe Style Castle Buildings	Ida Grove	Distinctive architectural attractions throughout the city
Battle Creek City Park	Battle Creek	Family recreation and community events
Galva Freedom Rock	Galva	Veterans tribute artwork and local landmark
Arthur Community Park	Arthur	Picnic facilities and outdoor activities
Maple River Corridor	Countywide	Fishing, wildlife viewing, and scenic landscapes
Holstein Historic District	Holstein	Historic downtown architecture and local businesses
Ida Grove Downtown Square	Ida Grove	Shopping, dining, and community events
Moorehead Lake Area	Ida Grove	Boating, angling, and nature observation

Distance from Ida County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

Ida Grove to Battle Creek (Ida County), Iowa - 7 mi (11 km)
Ida Grove to Holstein (Ida County), Iowa - 12 mi (19 km)
Ida Grove to Cherokee (Cherokee County), Iowa - 21 mi (34 km)
Ida Grove to Sac City (Sac County), Iowa - 24 mi (39 km)
Ida Grove to Denison (Crawford County), Iowa - 31 mi (50 km)
Ida Grove to Onawa (Monona County), Iowa - 34 mi (55 km)
Ida Grove to Sioux City (Woodbury County), Iowa - 45 mi (72 km)
Ida Grove to Storm Lake (Buena Vista County), Iowa - 34 mi (55 km)
Ida Grove to Carroll (Carroll County), Iowa - 52 mi (84 km)
Ida Grove to Le Mars (Plymouth County), Iowa - 49 mi (79 km)
Ida Grove to Fort Dodge (Webster County), Iowa - 77 mi (124 km)
Ida Grove to Council Bluffs (Pottawattamie County), Iowa - 86 mi (138 km)
Ida Grove to Omaha, Nebraska - 95 mi (153 km)
Ida Grove to Des Moines (Polk County), Iowa - 122 mi (196 km)
Ida Grove to Sioux Falls, South Dakota - 118 mi (190 km)

Nearest Airports

Nearest airport of Ida is Sioux Gateway Airport (SUX / KSUX).

References

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