Mills County, Iowa
Mills County stretches along Iowa’s western border, with the Missouri River separating it from Nebraska. The Loess Hills and Missouri River come together here to create a unique landscape.
Glenwood is the county seat and a small town with a population of around 5,000 people. Mills County is also home to Pony Creek Park, a popular destination for camping, hiking, and birdwatching.
For a glimpse into the past, the Glenwood Archaeological State Preserve showcases the lives of Native American cultures that lived in the area more than 1,000 years ago.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Mills County |
| County Seat | Glenwood |
| Etymology | Named after Frederick Mills |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Glenwood, Malvern, Hastings, and several unincorporated communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 34, U.S. Highway 275, Iowa Highway 1 |
| FIPS Code | 19-129 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 743 square miles (land: 737 sq mi, water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Pottawattamie County (North), Montgomery County (East), Fremont County (South), Cass County, Nebraska (Southwest), Sarpy County, Nebraska (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| Population | 17,500 |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 41.04°N, 95.71°W |
| Major Landmarks | Glenwood Archaeological Site, Waubonsie State Park, and the Mills County Museum |
