Peterson
City in Clay County, Iowa
Peterson is a city in Clay County, Iowa, with 322 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,250 ft (381 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Linn Grove, 5.3 miles E.
- 322residents (2020 Census)
- 1,250 ftelevation · 381 m
- 0.5 sq miland area · 1.3 km²
- 620 / sq mipopulation density
- 51047ZIP code
About Peterson
Peterson is a city in Clay County, Iowa, United States. The population was 322 in the 2020 census, a decline from 372 people in 2000.
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Living in Peterson
- Median household income
- $73,333
- Median home value
- $93,500
- Median rent
- $983/mo
- Median age
- 57
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Peterson had 322 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 322 |
|---|---|
| Density | 620 per sq mi (239 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Peterson at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Clay County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 322 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.52 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Water area | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (381 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.9173° N, 95.3431° W |
| ZIP code | 51047 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1962625 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Peterson
- Linn Grove5.3 mi E
- Sutherland8.6 mi NW
- Sioux Rapids10.0 mi E
- Rossie10.3 mi NE
- Royal10.6 mi N
- Calumet10.7 mi W
- Larrabee10.9 mi W
- Rembrandt11.0 mi SE
- Greenville12.1 mi NE
- Aurelia14.9 mi S
- Truesdale15.3 mi SE
- Cherokee15.7 mi SW
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Frequently asked questions about Peterson
What county is Peterson in?
Peterson is in Clay County, Iowa.
What is the population of Peterson, IA?
322 people lived in Peterson at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Peterson, IA?
The ZIP code of Peterson is 51047.
What is the elevation of Peterson?
1,250 feet (381 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Peterson?
Linn Grove (5.3 mi), Sutherland (8.6 mi), Sioux Rapids (10.0 mi), Rossie (10.3 mi), Royal (10.6 mi).
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