Waterloo
City in Black Hawk County, Iowa
Waterloo is a city in Black Hawk County, Iowa, with 67,314 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 883 ft (269 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Evansdale, 4.6 miles SE.
- 67,314residents (2020 Census)
- 883 ftelevation · 269 m
- 61.6 sq miland area · 159.5 km²
- 1,093 / sq mipopulation density
- 50702main ZIP code (4 in total)
About Waterloo
Waterloo is a city in and the county seat of Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. It is the eighth-most populous city in Iowa, with a population of 67,314 at the 2020 census. Waterloo comprises a twin conurbation with neighboring municipality Cedar Falls, and is the larger of the two cities. The Waterloo – Cedar Falls metropolitan area has an estimated 170,000 residents. Waterloo is bisected into eastern and western halves by the Cedar River flowing southeastward.
Waterloo is a major manufacturing, commercial, and cultural center in Northeast Iowa. John Deere, a brand renowned for its tractors, engines, and other agricultural machinery, has been manufacturing its products in the city for over a century. Locally known as the “Factory City,” Waterloo has played a significant role in the production of these important agricultural tools since 1893. That year, the Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company began producing the first gasoline-powered tractor, which later became known as the “Waterloo Boy” brand. The city has been designated as a World War II Heritage City by the National Park Service, and is home to the headquarters of the Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area.
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Living in Waterloo
- Median household income
- $57,480
- Median home value
- $152,600
- Median rent
- $923/mo
- Median age
- 36.7
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Waterloo had 67,314 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 67,314 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,093 per sq mi (422 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Waterloo at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Black Hawk County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 67,314 (2020) |
| Land area | 61.60 sq mi (159.5 km²) |
| Water area | 1.84 sq mi (4.76 km²) |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.4923° N, 92.3519° W |
| ZIP codes | 50702, 50701, 50703, 50707 |
| Official website | ci.waterloo.ia.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1982425 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Waterloo
- Evansdale4.6 mi SE
- Elk Run Heights5.1 mi E
- Cedar Falls5.5 mi W
- Hudson6.4 mi SW
- Raymond6.4 mi E
- Washburn7.1 mi SE
- Gilbertville8.7 mi SE
- Dunkerton11.1 mi NE
- Janesville12.0 mi NW
- Denver12.2 mi N
- Dike14.1 mi W
- Jesup14.6 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Waterloo
What county is Waterloo in?
Waterloo is in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
What is the population of Waterloo, IA?
67,314 people lived in Waterloo at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Waterloo, IA?
The main ZIP code is 50702. Other ZIP codes: 50701, 50703, 50707.
What is the elevation of Waterloo?
883 feet (269 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Waterloo?
Evansdale (4.6 mi), Elk Run Heights (5.1 mi), Cedar Falls (5.5 mi), Hudson (6.4 mi), Raymond (6.4 mi).
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