Iowa City Population 2026
Iowa City has a population of 74,220, making it the #508 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 119× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,220
Rank in United States
#508
Coordinates
41.66°N, 91.53°W
~204 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,266 km
786 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
| Council Bluffs | 62,597 | #640 |
Cities near Iowa City
- Coralville20,608 people · ~5 km away
- North Liberty15,931 people · ~11 km away
- Cedar Rapids130,405 people · ~40 km away
- Marion37,330 people · ~42 km away
- Muscatine23,968 people · ~48 km away
- Davenport102,582 people · ~81 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Iowa City?
Iowa City has a population of 74,220 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #508 biggest city in United States.
What state is Iowa City in?
Iowa City is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Iowa City the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,266 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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