Readlyn
City in Bremer County, Iowa

Readlyn is a city in Bremer County, Iowa, with 845 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,033 ft (315 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Denver, 6.1 miles SW.
- 845residents (2020 Census)
- 1,033 ftelevation · 315 m
- 0.3 sq miland area · 0.9 km²
- 2,572 / sq mipopulation density
- 50668ZIP code
About Readlyn
Readlyn is a city in Bremer County, Iowa, United States. The population was 845 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Waterloo–Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is known for its culture surrounding the "Grump", a title of honor and area folklore character inspired by a real resident of Readlyn in the early 20th century. A post office opened in Readlyn in 1904.
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Living in Readlyn
- Median household income
- $86,103
- Median home value
- $168,400
- Median rent
- $588/mo
- Median age
- 37.8
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Readlyn had 845 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 845 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,572 per sq mi (993 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Readlyn at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Bremer County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 845 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.33 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.7037° N, 92.2250° W |
| ZIP code | 50668 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1965910 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Readlyn
- Denver6.1 mi SW
- Tripoli7.4 mi N
- Dunkerton9.9 mi S
- Fairbank10.0 mi SE
- Sumner12.0 mi NE
- Westgate12.5 mi E
- Waverly12.5 mi W
- Janesville12.7 mi W
- Frederika13.1 mi N
- Waterloo16.0 mi SW
- Oelwein16.0 mi E
- Raymond16.2 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Readlyn
What county is Readlyn in?
Readlyn is in Bremer County, Iowa.
What is the population of Readlyn, IA?
845 people lived in Readlyn at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Readlyn, IA?
The ZIP code of Readlyn is 50668.
What is the elevation of Readlyn?
1,033 feet (315 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Readlyn?
Denver (6.1 mi), Tripoli (7.4 mi), Dunkerton (9.9 mi), Fairbank (10.0 mi), Sumner (12.0 mi).
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