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Cities in Iowa

Access detailed geospatial data for 1898 cities across Iowa, including key attributes like land area and water coverage in this comprehensive dataset.

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About the map

Map Iowa’s cities. This comprehensive data layer contains detailed information on 1,898 cities and towns across the state. Each city appears with geographic coordinates, total land area, and water body coverage. Whether you’re looking analyze Iowa’s major cities, or small towns, this dataset includes cities of all sizes like Des Moines, Sioux City, Dubuque, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Muscatine, Amana Colonies, Boone, and Council Bluffs. You’ll also find the quad cities Davenport, Bettendorf, Rock Island, Moline, and East Moline. Each entry is meticulously categorized, marking them as integral components for regional planning and development projects. This resource is helpful for anyone conducting in urban development or geographic research in Iowa.

Contained within the Cities in Iowa dataset are features like: • Des Moines

  • Sioux City
  • Dubuque
  • Iowa City
  • Cedar Rapids
  • Muscatine
  • Amana Colonies
  • Boone
  • Council Bluffs
  • Davenport
  • Bettendorf

After registering for your Felt account, access your personalized interactive map presenting Cities in Iowa. Utilize versatile tools to modify, analyze, and export data in GeoPackage format. Moreover, dive into our extensive repository of pre-established GIS data, housing numerous supplementary datasets crafted for Iowa.

Common questions

01How many cities are there in Iowa?

Iowa has approximately 947 incorporated cities.

02What are the neighboring states of Iowa?

Iowa borders six states.

03What’s the cheapest city in Iowa?

This can vary depending on what metrics you’re using (housing costs, overall cost of living, etc.), but some of the most affordable cities in Iowa typically include: Waterloo, Fort Dodge, Burlington, Sioux City, and Davenport. These cities generally have very low housing costs and below-average costs of living compared to the national average. Small towns in rural Iowa can be even cheaper, but among actual cities with amenities and job opportunities, these tend to be the most affordable options.

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