Maharishi Vedic City
City in Jefferson County, Iowa
Maharishi Vedic City is a city in Jefferson County, Iowa, with 277 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 791 ft (241 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Fairfield, 4.2 miles SE.
- 277residents (2020 Census)
- 791 ftelevation · 241 m
- 3.3 sq miland area · 8.7 km²
- 83 / sq mipopulation density
- 52557ZIP code
About Maharishi Vedic City
Maharishi Vedic City (MVC) is a city in Jefferson County, Iowa, United States. The population was 277 at the time of the 2020 census. The city was incorporated in 2001 as "Vedic City" but then officially changed its name to "Maharishi Vedic City" five months later. It was the first city to incorporate in Iowa since 1982. Maharishi Vedic City consists of approximately three square miles, located about four miles north of Fairfield, the home of Maharishi University of Management.
The city plan and buildings are based on Maharishi Sthapatya Veda, which is said to be an ancient system of architecture and design, revived by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Its goals are to "protect, nourish, and satisfy everyone, upholding the different social, cultural, and religious traditions while maintaining the integrity and progress of the city as a whole".
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Living in Maharishi Vedic City
- Median household income
- $66,875
- Median home value
- $325,000
- Median rent
- $1,096/mo
- Median age
- 67.5
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Maharishi Vedic City had 277 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 277 |
|---|---|
| Density | 83 per sq mi (32 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Maharishi Vedic City at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Jefferson County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 277 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.34 sq mi (8.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.0545° N, 92.0146° W |
| ZIP code | 52557 |
| Official website | maharishivediccity.net |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1948500 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Maharishi Vedic City
- Fairfield4.2 mi SE
- Packwood6.5 mi NW
- Libertyville6.9 mi S
- Batavia9.0 mi SW
- Richland9.1 mi N
- Pleasant Plain10.3 mi NE
- Ollie10.8 mi NW
- Birmingham12.6 mi S
- Brighton13.1 mi NE
- Eldon14.2 mi SW
- Lockridge14.4 mi E
- Douds14.8 mi S
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Frequently asked questions about Maharishi Vedic City
What county is Maharishi Vedic City in?
Maharishi Vedic City is in Jefferson County, Iowa.
What is the population of Maharishi Vedic City, IA?
277 people lived in Maharishi Vedic City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Maharishi Vedic City, IA?
The ZIP code of Maharishi Vedic City is 52557.
What is the elevation of Maharishi Vedic City?
791 feet (241 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Maharishi Vedic City?
Fairfield (4.2 mi), Packwood (6.5 mi), Libertyville (6.9 mi), Batavia (9.0 mi), Richland (9.1 mi).
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