Persia
City in Harrison County, Iowa

Persia is a city in Harrison County, Iowa, with 297 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,175 ft (358 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Portsmouth, 5.6 miles NE.
- 297residents (2020 Census)
- 1,175 ftelevation · 358 m
- 0.5 sq miland area · 1.3 km²
- 593 / sq mipopulation density
- 51563ZIP code
About Persia
Persia is a city in Harrison County, Iowa, United States. The population was 297 in the 2020 census, a decline from 363 in the 2000 census.
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Living in Persia
- Median household income
- $72,000
- Median home value
- $121,900
- Median rent
- $918/mo
- Median age
- 43
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Persia had 297 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 297 |
|---|---|
| Density | 593 per sq mi (229 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Persia at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Harrison County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 297 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.50 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.5786° N, 95.5701° W |
| ZIP code | 51563 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1962445 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Persia
- Portsmouth5.6 mi NE
- Tennant6.6 mi E
- Minden7.7 mi S
- Shelby8.0 mi SE
- Neola9.1 mi S
- Panama11.3 mi NE
- Logan12.3 mi W
- Corley12.4 mi E
- Woodbine13.1 mi NW
- Westphalia13.3 mi NE
- Harlan13.5 mi E
- Avoca13.7 mi SE
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Frequently asked questions about Persia
What county is Persia in?
Persia is in Harrison County, Iowa.
What is the population of Persia, IA?
297 people lived in Persia at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Persia, IA?
The ZIP code of Persia is 51563.
What is the elevation of Persia?
1,175 feet (358 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Persia?
Portsmouth (5.6 mi), Tennant (6.6 mi), Minden (7.7 mi), Shelby (8.0 mi), Neola (9.1 mi).
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