Rockwell City
City in Calhoun County, Iowa

Rockwell City is a city in Calhoun County, Iowa, with 2,240 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,230 ft (375 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Twin Lakes, 5.7 miles N.
- 2,240residents (2020 Census)
- 1,230 ftelevation · 375 m
- 4.2 sq miland area · 10.9 km²
- 532 / sq mipopulation density
- 50579ZIP code
About Rockwell City
Rockwell City is a city and the county seat of Calhoun County, Iowa, United States. The population was 2,240 in 2020.
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Living in Rockwell City
- Median household income
- $56,741
- Median home value
- $88,500
- Median rent
- $796/mo
- Median age
- 41.2
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Rockwell City had 2,240 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,240 |
|---|---|
| Density | 532 per sq mi (205 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Rockwell City at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Calhoun County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 2,240 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.21 sq mi (10.9 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.3981° N, 94.6289° W |
| ZIP code | 50579 |
| Official website | rockwellcity.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1968295 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Rockwell City
- Twin Lakes5.7 mi N
- Jolley7.3 mi NW
- Rinard8.4 mi SE
- Knierim9.7 mi NE
- Lohrville9.9 mi SE
- Manson10.1 mi NE
- Somers10.2 mi E
- Lake City10.4 mi SW
- Pomeroy10.9 mi N
- Lytton12.0 mi W
- Yetter12.3 mi SW
- Farnhamville14.1 mi SE
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Frequently asked questions about Rockwell City
What county is Rockwell City in?
Rockwell City is in Calhoun County, Iowa.
What is the population of Rockwell City, IA?
2,240 people lived in Rockwell City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Rockwell City, IA?
The ZIP code of Rockwell City is 50579.
What is the elevation of Rockwell City?
1,230 feet (375 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Rockwell City?
Twin Lakes (5.7 mi), Jolley (7.3 mi), Rinard (8.4 mi), Knierim (9.7 mi), Lohrville (9.9 mi).
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