Iowa Center, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Iowa Center, Iowa
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 Iowa Center, Iowa
Location in Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Story |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 515 |
| GNIS feature ID | 457823 |
Iowa Center is a small place in Story County, Iowa, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town.
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Discovering Iowa Center
Iowa Center is a quiet spot in the state of Iowa. It doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Instead, it is managed by the larger Story County.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own city government. This means there is no mayor or city council just for Iowa Center. The county government handles services like roads and law enforcement. Many small places in the United States are unincorporated.
Where is Iowa Center Located?
Iowa Center is found in the central part of Iowa. It is in Story County. The community is about 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) north of a town called Maxwell. You can find it along County Highway S27. This road helps people travel to and from the area.
Geographic Details
Iowa Center is located at specific coordinates. These are like its address on a map. Its coordinates are 41 degrees, 55 minutes, 43 seconds North latitude. It is also at 93 degrees, 24 minutes, 19 seconds West longitude. The elevation of Iowa Center is 948 feet above sea level. This tells us how high it is compared to the ocean.
