Dickens
City in Clay County, Iowa

Dickens is a city in Clay County, Iowa, with 146 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,335 ft (407 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Ruthven, 6.2 miles E.
- 146residents (2020 Census)
- 1,335 ftelevation · 407 m
- 0.8 sq miland area · 2.2 km²
- 175 / sq mipopulation density
- 51333ZIP code
About Dickens
Dickens is a city in Clay County, Iowa, United States. The population was 146 in the 2020 census, a decline from 202 in 2000.
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Living in Dickens
- Median household income
- $71,250
- Median home value
- $99,300
- Median age
- 55.1
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Dickens had 146 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 146 |
|---|---|
| Density | 175 per sq mi (68 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Dickens at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Clay County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 146 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.83 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,335 ft (407 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.1338° N, 95.0222° W |
| ZIP code | 51333 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1921360 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Dickens
- Ruthven6.2 mi E
- Spencer6.6 mi W
- Gillett Grove8.2 mi S
- Fostoria10.1 mi NW
- Greenville10.2 mi SW
- Ayrshire11.5 mi SE
- Rossie11.8 mi SW
- Terril12.2 mi N
- Webb12.7 mi S
- Royal14.0 mi W
- Everly15.0 mi W
- Graettinger15.4 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Dickens
What county is Dickens in?
Dickens is in Clay County, Iowa.
What is the population of Dickens, IA?
146 people lived in Dickens at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Dickens, IA?
The ZIP code of Dickens is 51333.
What is the elevation of Dickens?
1,335 feet (407 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Dickens?
Ruthven (6.2 mi), Spencer (6.6 mi), Gillett Grove (8.2 mi), Fostoria (10.1 mi), Greenville (10.2 mi).
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