Davis County, Iowa
Davis County is located along Iowa’s southern border, where the landscape becomes more defined by rolling hills and rugged terrain. Bloomfield, the county seat, serves as a central community within this peaceful rural county.
The local Amish community adds a distinctive sense of traditional rural life, with horse-drawn buggies sharing the roads with pickup trucks and other vehicles.
McGowen Recreation and Wildlife Area provides opportunities for hiking, hunting, and outdoor recreation. Overall, Davis County maintains a quiet rural character, with agriculture continuing to play an important role in everyday life and the local economy.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Davis County |
| County Seat | Bloomfield |
| Etymology | Named after Garrett Davis, Kentucky Congressman |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Bloomfield, Pulaski, Drakesville, Troy, Cantril, Floris, Iconium, South Davis County |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 63, U.S. Highway 2, Iowa Highway 16 |
| FIPS Code | 19-051 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 543 square miles (land: 541 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Wapello County (North), Monroe County (Northwest), Van Buren County (East), Jefferson County (Northeast), Scotland County, Missouri (Southeast), Schuyler County, Missouri (Southwest), Appanoose County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 40.74°N, 92.48°W |
| Major Landmarks | Davis County Historical Society Museum, Lake Wapello State Park, Bloomfield’s Courthouse Square |
| Population | 8,900 |
