Marshall County, Iowa
Marshall County is located in central Iowa, with Marshalltown serving as the county seat. The Iowa River runs through the county and provides plenty of recreational opportunities.
Marshalltown’s Main Street features the historic Tallcorn Towers, which was once the tallest building in Iowa. Grimes Farm and Nature Center is a peaceful spot to relax or enjoy a hike.
With about 40,000 residents, Marshall County combines agriculture with manufacturing. The Meskwaki Settlement, Iowa’s only Native American settlement, is also partially located within Marshall County.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Marshall County |
| County Seat | Marshalltown |
| Etymology | Named after John Marshall, Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Marshalltown, State Center, Gilman, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 30, U.S. Highway 65, Iowa Highway 14 |
| FIPS Code | 19-127 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 573 square miles (land: 571 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Jasper County (South), Tama County (East), Story County (West), Hardin County (Northwest), Grundy County (North) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 40,000 |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 42.05°N, 92.92°W |
| Major Landmarks | The Marshall County Historical Society Museum, the Iowa Veterans Home, and Grimes Farm and Nature Center |
