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Iowa City is a city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. It is the county seat of Johnson County and home to the University of Iowa. The population was 75,130 at the 2020 census making it the fifth-largest city in the state. Iowa City is the principal city of the Iowa City Metropolitan Statistical Area, which encompasses Johnson and Washington counties and had a population of 172,586 in 2010.

Iowa City was the second capital of the Iowa Territory and the first capital city of the State of Iowa. The Old Capitol building is a National Historic Landmark in the center of the University of Iowa campus. The University of Iowa Art Museum and Plum Grove, the home of the first Governor of Iowa, are also tourist attractions. In 2008, Forbes magazine named Iowa City the second best small metropolitan area for doing business in the United States.

For more information on the history of Iowa City, visit the Iowa City Wikipedia page.

Population

The population of Iowa City was 75,130 at the 2020 census. This makes it the 5th largest city in Iowa. Some key facts about the population:

History

Iowa City was founded in 1839 as the new capital city of the Iowa Territory. It served as the capital of Iowa until 1857 when the capital was moved to Des Moines. The Old Capitol building was constructed in 1840-1842 and was the main government building. Today it is a museum and National Historic Landmark.

The University of Iowa was founded in 1847 just a few years after Iowa became a state. It started with just one building and grew into a major public research university. The University and its hospital are the top employers in Iowa City today.

Over the years Iowa City grew significantly thanks to the University. It became an important educational and cultural hub in the state. The city continued expanding in the late 20th century with suburban development. It remains best known as a college town centered around the over 30,000 students at the University.

Attractions & Landmarks

Old Capitol Museum

The Old Capitol Museum (101 N Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52242) is located in the original capitol building of Iowa. It was completed in 1842 and served as the main government building until 1857. The limestone building was restored to its original look and opened as a museum in 1976. It features exhibits on the history of Iowa as well as Iowa's role in the Civil War.

University of Iowa Campus

The scenic University of Iowa campus (N Madison St, Iowa City, IA 52242) features many historic buildings, museums, gardens, and attractions. Highlights include the Old Capitol, Iowa Memorial Union, Pappajohn Business Building, and the museums along North Riverside Drive.

Iowa River Landing

The Iowa River Landing (501 1st Ave, Coralville, IA 52241) is an entertainment district featuring restaurants, shops, hotels, and gathering spaces. It is located just off Interstate 80 in nearby Coralville. The area includes a marina, amphitheater for concerts, public art, and trails along the Iowa River.

Economy

Iowa City has a diverse economy anchored by education, healthcare, publishing, and technology. The top employers are:

Other major employers include MidWestOne Bank, Linn County LIFTS, Kirkwood Community College, the City of Iowa City, Hy-Line International, and several public school districts.

For more on the economy and top employers in Iowa City visit the Iowa City Economic Development website.

Colleges and Universities

Iowa City is known as a college town thanks to the presence of the University of Iowa. The University was founded in 1847 and today has over 30,000 students. It is classified as an R1 research university with a range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

Other colleges and universities in the area include:

Public Schools

Iowa City is served by the Iowa City Community School District and the Clear Creek Amana School District. There are 20 public schools in the area.

Iowa City Community School District: 1725 N. Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245, 319-688-1000

Clear Creek Amana School District: 327 S. Augusta Ave., Oxford IA 52322, 319-828-4510

Transportation

Iowa City is located near the intersection of Interstate 80 and Interstate 380. It is served by Coralville Transit and Iowa City Transit for bus transportation around the area. There is also an Iowa City Municipal Airport (1805 James Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240).

Taxi and ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft also operate in Iowa City.

Sports Teams

As a major college town, Iowa City is home to several University of Iowa sports teams. The Iowa Hawkeyes compete in the NCAA Big Ten Conference with 22 varsity teams. Popular sports include football, basketball, wrestling, volleyball, and more. Home games take place at Kinnick Stadium, Carver-Hawkeye Arena, and other campus venues.

Facebook

Follow news and events in Iowa City by liking the City of Iowa City Facebook page.

Additional Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources and websites for Iowa City residents:




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