Athelstan
Census-designated place in Taylor County, Iowa

Athelstan is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Taylor County, Iowa, with 6 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,076 ft (328 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Blockton, 4.6 miles NE.
- 6residents (2020 Census)
- 1,076 ftelevation · 328 m
- 0.1 sq miland area · 0.3 km²
- 46 / sq mipopulation density
- 64486ZIP code
About Athelstan
Athelstan is a census-designated place (CDP) in Taylor County, Iowa, United States, along the Platte River, on the border with Missouri; it is majority owned by the Young family. The population was 6 at the 2020 census.
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Athelstan had 6 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 6 |
|---|---|
| Density | 46 per sq mi (18 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Athelstan at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Taylor County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 6 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.13 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,076 ft (328 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5727° N, 94.5426° W |
| ZIP code | 64486 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1903430 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Athelstan
- Blockton4.6 mi NE
- Sheridan, MO5.4 mi SW
- Irena, MO8.3 mi E
- Redding8.7 mi E
- Grant City, MO9.1 mi SE
- Maloy9.7 mi NE
- Parnell, MO10.2 mi SW
- Bedford11.7 mi NW
- Delphos12.3 mi NE
- Worth, MO12.7 mi SE
- Conway12.8 mi N
- Benton13.2 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Athelstan
What county is Athelstan in?
Athelstan is in Taylor County, Iowa.
What is the population of Athelstan, IA?
6 people lived in Athelstan at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Athelstan, IA?
The ZIP code of Athelstan is 64486.
What is the elevation of Athelstan?
1,076 feet (328 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Athelstan?
Blockton (4.6 mi), Sheridan (5.4 mi), Irena (8.3 mi), Redding (8.7 mi), Grant City (9.1 mi).
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