Akron
City in Plymouth County, Iowa

Akron is a city in Plymouth County, Iowa, with 1,558 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,152 ft (351 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Westfield, 5.5 miles SW.
- 1,558residents (2020 Census)
- 1,152 ftelevation · 351 m
- 1.2 sq miland area · 3.2 km²
- 1,265 / sq mipopulation density
- 51001ZIP code
About Akron
Akron is a city in Plymouth County, Iowa, United States. The population was 1,558 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Akron
- Median household income
- $66,250
- Median home value
- $157,900
- Median rent
- $710/mo
- Median age
- 41.2
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Akron had 1,558 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 1,558 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,265 per sq mi (488 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Akron at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Plymouth County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 1,558 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.23 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.8268° N, 96.5570° W |
| ZIP code | 51001 |
| Official website | akronia.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1900775 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Akron
- Westfield5.5 mi SW
- Richland, SD6.4 mi SW
- Chatsworth6.5 mi N
- Elk Point, SD11.8 mi SW
- Hawarden12.6 mi N
- Craig13.4 mi E
- Alcester, SD14.5 mi N
- Brunsville14.8 mi E
- Burbank, SD15.0 mi W
- Jefferson, SD15.4 mi S
- Ireton15.7 mi NE
- Merrill17.1 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Akron
What county is Akron in?
Akron is in Plymouth County, Iowa.
What is the population of Akron, IA?
1,558 people lived in Akron at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Akron, IA?
The ZIP code of Akron is 51001.
What is the elevation of Akron?
1,152 feet (351 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Akron?
Westfield (5.5 mi), Richland (6.4 mi), Chatsworth (6.5 mi), Elk Point (11.8 mi), Hawarden (12.6 mi).
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