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Adair

Adair County is located in southwestern Iowa and covers an area of 569 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and is named after John Adair, a Kentucky governor. Greenfield is the county seat. The region features rolling prairie and agricultural land, with a population focused on farming and rural communities. Many residents work in agriculture, livestock production, and related industries.

Adams

Adams County sits in southwestern Iowa and encompasses 424 square miles of territory. Established in 1851, the county was named after John Quincy Adams. Corning serves as the county seat. The landscape is characterized by prairie and farmland, with a close-knit agricultural community. The county's economy is primarily driven by farming, grain production, and livestock operations.

Allamakee

Allamakee County is positioned in the northeast corner of Iowa along the Mississippi River. The county covers 645 square miles and was established in 1847. Waukkon is the county seat. This region features bluffs, valleys, and scenic landscapes along the river. The community is engaged in agriculture, tourism, and forestry activities that take advantage of the natural environment.

Appanoose

Appanoose County is located in south-central Iowa and covers 503 square miles. The county was established in 1846 and named after a Sauk leader. Centerville is the county seat. The area features rolling hills and productive farmland. The community has historically been involved in coal mining, agriculture, and small manufacturing operations that support the local economy.

Appanoose

Appanoose County is located in south-central Iowa and covers 503 square miles. The county was established in 1846 and named after a Sauk leader. Centerville is the county seat. The area features rolling hills and productive farmland. The community has historically been involved in coal mining, agriculture, and small manufacturing operations that support the local economy.

Audubon

Audubon County occupies western Iowa and encompasses 442 square miles of land. Established in 1851 and named after naturalist John James Audubon, the county has Audubon as its seat. The landscape consists of prairie and agricultural land with streams and waterways. The economy is centered on grain farming, livestock production, and rural agricultural services.

Benton

Benton County is situated in east-central Iowa and covers 718 square miles. The county was established in 1837 and named after Thomas Hart Benton. Vinton is the county seat. The region features productive agricultural land and small towns. The community is engaged in farming, grain production, and manufacturing, with strong agricultural heritage.

Black Hawk

Black Hawk County is located in northeastern Iowa and encompasses 568 square miles. Established in 1833, the county was named after a Sauk leader. Waterloo is the county seat and the largest city. The area is a major industrial and commercial hub with manufacturing, agriculture, and service industries. The population is more urban compared to other Iowa counties.

Boone

Boone County is in central Iowa and covers 575 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after Daniel Boone, the county has Boone as its seat. The landscape features rolling hills and agricultural land. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and light manufacturing. The community values its historical heritage and outdoor recreation.

Buchanan

Buchanan County is positioned in northeastern Iowa and encompasses 571 square miles. The county was established in 1837 and named after President James Buchanan. Independence is the county seat. The region features productive farmland and small rural communities. The economy is primarily agricultural, with an emphasis on corn, soybeans, and livestock.

Buena Vista

Buena Vista County is located in northwest-central Iowa and covers 574 square miles. Established in 1857, the county's name means "beautiful view" in Spanish. Storm Lake is the county seat. The area features agricultural land and Storm Lake itself, which attracts recreation and tourism. The economy is based on farming, food processing, and related agricultural industries.

Butler

Butler County is situated in north-central Iowa and encompasses 586 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Richard Butler. Allison is the county seat. The landscape consists of rolling prairie and productive farmland. The community is engaged in agricultural production, grain farming, and small-scale manufacturing operations.

Calhoun

Calhoun County is located in northwest-central Iowa and covers 570 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after John Calhoun, the county has Rockwell City as its seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is centered on farming, livestock production, and related agricultural services to the farming community.

Carroll

Carroll County is in western Iowa and encompasses 579 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Charles Carroll. Carroll is the county seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The economy is based on grain farming, livestock operations, and agricultural processing that serves the local farming community.

Cass

Cass County is positioned in southwestern Iowa and covers 573 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Lewis Cass, the county has Atlantic as its seat. The region consists of prairie and agricultural land. The community is primarily engaged in farming, grain production, and livestock operations that form the backbone of the local economy.

Cass

Cass County is positioned in southwestern Iowa and covers 573 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Lewis Cass, the county has Atlantic as its seat. The region consists of prairie and agricultural land. The community is primarily engaged in farming, grain production, and livestock operations that form the backbone of the local economy.

Cedar

Cedar County is located in east-central Iowa and encompasses 583 square miles. The county was established in 1837 and named after Cedar River. Tipton is the county seat. The landscape features fertile farmland and small towns. The economy is agricultural, with emphasis on corn, soybeans, and livestock production that sustains the community.

Cerro Gordo

Cerro Gordo County is in north-central Iowa and covers 969 square miles. Established in 1851, the county's name means "blue hill" in Spanish. Mason City is the county seat. The area is a regional commercial center with manufacturing and agricultural industries. The community has a more diversified economy beyond traditional farming.

Cherokee

Cherokee County is situated in northwestern Iowa and encompasses 573 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after the Cherokee Nation. Cherokee is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, grain production, and livestock operations typical of rural Iowa.

Chickasaw

Chickasaw County is located in northeastern Iowa and covers 503 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after the Chickasaw Nation, the county has New Hampton as its seat. The landscape consists of rolling farmland. The community is engaged in agricultural production and related farming industries that support the local population.

Clarke

Clarke County is in south-central Iowa and encompasses 431 square miles. The county was established in 1846 and named after George Rogers Clark. Osceola is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farms. The economy is centered on agriculture, with grain and livestock production being the primary industries.

Clay

Clay County is positioned in northwest-central Iowa and covers 572 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Henry Clay, the county has Spencer as its seat. The landscape features agricultural land and small towns. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural processing facilities.

Clayton

Clayton County is located in northeastern Iowa along the Mississippi River and encompasses 781 square miles. The county was established in 1838 and named after John Clayton. Elkader is the county seat. The region features scenic bluffs and fertile valleys. The economy combines agriculture, tourism, and small manufacturing operations.

Clinton

Clinton County is in eastern Iowa and covers 718 square miles. Established in 1838 and named after DeWitt Clinton, the county has Clinton as its seat. The landscape features the Mississippi River and agricultural land. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and river-related commerce and transportation activities.

Crawford

Crawford County is situated in western Iowa and encompasses 748 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after William Crawford. Denison is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Dallas

Dallas County is located in central Iowa and covers 591 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after George Dallas, the county has Adel as its seat. The landscape consists of rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture, grain production, and related farming activities.

Davis

Davis County is in southeastern Iowa and encompasses 505 square miles. The county was established in 1843 and named after Jefferson Davis. Bloomfield is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and agricultural land. The economy is primarily agricultural, with emphasis on farming and livestock production.

Decatur

Decatur County is positioned in south-central Iowa and covers 533 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after Stephen Decatur, the county has Leon as its seat. The landscape features rolling terrain and farmland. The community is engaged in agricultural production and related farming industries.

Delaware

Delaware County is located in northeastern Iowa and encompasses 796 square miles. The county was established in 1838 and named after the Delaware River. Delhi is the county seat. The region features rolling hills, the Turkey River, and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture and small-scale manufacturing.

Des Moines

Des Moines County is in southeastern Iowa and covers 417 square miles. Established in 1834 and named after the Des Moines River, the county has Burlington as its seat. The landscape features the Mississippi River and fertile valleys. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and river commerce.

Dickinson

Dickinson County is situated in northwestern Iowa and encompasses 385 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after John Dickinson. Spirit Lake is the county seat. The region features the Great Lakes area of Iowa with lakes and recreational opportunities. The economy includes agriculture, tourism, and water recreation industries.

Dubuque

Dubuque County is located in northeastern Iowa along the Mississippi River and covers 608 square miles. Established in 1834, the county was named after Julien Dubuque. Dubuque is the county seat and a major regional city. The landscape features scenic bluffs and river valleys. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, and river commerce.

Emmet

Emmet County is in north-central Iowa and encompasses 396 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Robert Emmet. Estherville is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Fayette

Fayette County is positioned in northeastern Iowa and covers 731 square miles. Established in 1837 and named after Lafayette, the county has West Union as its seat. The landscape features rolling hills and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture and related farming activities that support the local economy.

Floyd

Floyd County is located in northeastern Iowa and encompasses 501 square miles. The county was established in 1840 and named after Sgt. Charles Floyd. Charles City is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and the Cedar River. The economy is primarily agricultural, with grain and livestock production.

Franklin

Franklin County is in north-central Iowa and covers 584 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Benjamin Franklin, the county has Hampton as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in farming, grain production, and livestock operations.

Fremont

Fremont County is situated in southwestern Iowa and encompasses 511 square miles. The county was established in 1847 and named after John C. Fremont. Sidney is the county seat. The region features rolling terrain and agricultural land. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Greene

Greene County is located in northwestern Iowa and covers 574 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after General Nathanael Greene, the county has Jefferson as its seat. The landscape consists of rolling prairie and agricultural land. The community is engaged in farming and livestock production activities.

Grundy

Grundy County is in north-central Iowa and encompasses 500 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Felix Grundy. Grundy Center is the county seat. The region features productive farmland and small communities. The economy is based on agriculture, grain production, and livestock operations.

Guthrie

Guthrie County is positioned in west-central Iowa and covers 576 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Samuel Guthrie, the county has Guthrie Center as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and farms. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming-related industries.

Hamilton

Hamilton County is located in north-central Iowa and encompasses 566 square miles. The county was established in 1846 and named after Alexander Hamilton. Webster City is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small towns. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and small manufacturing.

Hancock

Hancock County is in north-central Iowa and covers 576 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after John Hancock, the county has Garner as its seat. The landscape features rolling farmland. The community is engaged in agriculture, grain production, and livestock operations that sustain the local economy.

Hardin

Hardin County is situated in central Iowa and encompasses 569 square miles. The county was established in 1853 and named after John Hardin. Eldora is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farms. The economy is based on agriculture and related farming and livestock operations.

Harrison

Harrison County is located in western Iowa and covers 724 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after President William Henry Harrison, the county has Logan as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and agricultural land. The community is engaged in farming and livestock production activities.

Henry

Henry County is in southeastern Iowa and encompasses 430 square miles. The county was established in 1836 and named after Patrick Henry. Mount Pleasant is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farmland. The economy is primarily agricultural, with grain and livestock production.

Howard

Howard County is positioned in northeastern Iowa and covers 473 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after General Oliver O. Howard, the county has Cresco as its seat. The landscape consists of rolling hills and agricultural land. The community is engaged in farming and livestock production.

Humboldt

Humboldt County is located in north-central Iowa and encompasses 434 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Alexander Humboldt. Dakota City is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, grain production, and livestock operations.

Ida

Ida County is in northwestern Iowa and covers 430 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after a pioneer woman, the county has Ida Grove as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming-related industries.

Iowa

Iowa County is situated in east-central Iowa and encompasses 605 square miles. The county was established in 1844 and shares the state name. Marengo is the county seat. The region features the Iowa River and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture, grain production, and livestock operations.

Jackson

Jackson County is located in northeastern Iowa along the Mississippi River and covers 644 square miles. Established in 1837 and named after Andrew Jackson, the county has Maquoketa as its seat. The landscape features scenic bluffs and fertile valleys. The economy includes agriculture, manufacturing, and river-related activities.

Jasper

Jasper County is in central Iowa and encompasses 730 square miles. The county was established in 1846 and named after Sgt. William Jasper. Newton is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and agricultural land. The economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and small-scale industries.

Jefferson

Jefferson County is positioned in southeastern Iowa and covers 435 square miles. Established in 1839 and named after President Thomas Jefferson, the county has Fairfield as its seat. The landscape features rolling terrain and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture and related farming operations.

Johnson

Johnson County is located in east-central Iowa and encompasses 628 square miles. The county was established in 1837 and named after Richard Johnson. Iowa City is the county seat and home to the University of Iowa. The area is more urban and diverse, with education, research, and agriculture as major sectors.

Jones

Jones County is in northeastern Iowa and covers 576 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after George Jones, the county has Anamosa as its seat. The landscape features rolling hills and the Wapsipinicon River. The economy is based on agriculture and manufacturing operations.

Keokuk

Keokuk County is situated in south-central Iowa and encompasses 579 square miles. The county was established in 1844 and named after Chief Keokuk. Sigourney is the county seat. The region features rolling farmland. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming-related industries and services.

Kossuth

Kossuth County is located in north-central Iowa and covers 974 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Louis Kossuth, the county has Algona as its seat. The landscape features extensive agricultural land and small communities. The economy is primarily agricultural with grain and livestock production.

Lee

Lee County is in southeastern Iowa along the Mississippi River and encompasses 525 square miles. The county was established in 1836 and named after Robert E. Lee. Keokuk is the county seat. The region features the Mississippi River and productive valleys. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and river commerce.

Linn

Linn County is positioned in east-central Iowa and covers 725 square miles. Established in 1837 and named after Lewis Linn, the county has Cedar Rapids as its seat. Cedar Rapids is the second-largest city in Iowa. The area has a diverse economy including manufacturing, agriculture, and technology industries.

Louisa

Louisa County is located in southeastern Iowa and encompasses 402 square miles. The county was established in 1836 and named after Louisa, daughter of a pioneer. Wapello is the county seat. The region features the Iowa River and fertile farmland. The economy is based on agriculture and small manufacturing.

Lucas

Lucas County is in south-central Iowa and covers 426 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after Jean Baptiste Lucas, the county has Chariton as its seat. The landscape features rolling hills and productive farms. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming operations.

Lyon

Lyon County is situated in northwestern Iowa and encompasses 575 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Nathaniel Lyon. Rock Rapids is the county seat. The region features rolling prairie and agricultural land. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Madison

Madison County is located in west-central Iowa and covers 566 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after President James Madison, the county has Winterset as its seat. The landscape features rolling terrain and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture and related farming activities.

Mahaska

Mahaska County is in south-central Iowa and encompasses 569 square miles. The county was established in 1844 and named after Chief Mahaska. Oskaloosa is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and farmland. The economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and related industries.

Marion

Marion County is positioned in south-central Iowa and covers 559 square miles. Established in 1845 and named after Francis Marion, the county has Knoxville as its seat. The landscape consists of rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture and farming-related operations.

Marshall

Marshall County is located in central Iowa and encompasses 572 square miles. The county was established in 1846 and named after John Marshall. Marshalltown is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and agricultural land. The economy includes agriculture, manufacturing, and commercial operations.

Mills

Mills County is in southwestern Iowa and covers 437 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Giles Mills, the county has Glenwood as its seat. The landscape features rolling terrain and farmland. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming-related industries.

Mitchell

Mitchell County is situated in northeastern Iowa and encompasses 469 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Alexander Mitchell. Osage is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farms. The economy is based on agriculture and livestock production.

Monona

Monona County is located in western Iowa and covers 696 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after a Native American term, the county has Onawa as its seat. The landscape features the Missouri River and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture and river-related activities.

Monroe

Monroe County is in south-central Iowa and encompasses 436 square miles. The county was established in 1844 and named after President James Monroe. Albia is the county seat. The region features rolling terrain and productive farms. The community is engaged in agricultural production and mining operations.

Montgomery

Montgomery County is positioned in southwestern Iowa and covers 425 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Richard Montgomery, the county has Red Oak as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and farmland. The community is engaged in agriculture and small manufacturing operations.

Muscatine

Muscatine County is located in east-central Iowa and encompasses 453 square miles. The county was established in 1836 and named after Chief Muscatine. Muscatine is the county seat. The region features the Mississippi River and fertile valleys. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and river commerce.

O'Brien

O'Brien County is in northwestern Iowa and covers 573 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after William O'Brien, the county has Primghar as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture, grain production, and livestock operations.

Osceola

Osceola County is situated in northwestern Iowa and encompasses 399 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Chief Osceola. Sibley is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Page

Page County is located in southwestern Iowa and covers 535 square miles. Established in 1847 and named after John Page, the county has Clarinda as its seat. The landscape features rolling terrain and productive farmland. The community is engaged in agricultural production and related farming operations.

Palo Alto

Palo Alto County is in north-central Iowa and encompasses 566 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after the Battle of Palo Alto. Emmetsburg is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, grain production, and livestock operations.

Plymouth

Plymouth County is positioned in northwestern Iowa and covers 865 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Plymouth, Massachusetts, the county has Le Mars as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture and food processing operations.

Pocahontas

Pocahontas County is located in north-central Iowa and encompasses 573 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Chief Pocahontas. Pocahontas is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small towns. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Polk

Polk County is in central Iowa and covers 581 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after President James K. Polk, the county has Des Moines as its seat. Des Moines is the state capital and largest city. The area has a diverse economy including government, finance, manufacturing, and agriculture.

Pottawattamie

Pottawattamie County is situated in southwestern Iowa and encompasses 956 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after the Pottawattamie Nation. Council Bluffs is the county seat. The region features the Missouri River and productive land. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and river commerce.

Poweshiek

Poweshiek County is located in south-central Iowa and covers 586 square miles. Established in 1844 and named after Chief Poweshiek, the county has Grinnell as its seat. The landscape features rolling hills and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture and education-related activities.

Ringgold

Ringgold County is in southwestern Iowa and encompasses 539 square miles. The county was established in 1847 and named after Major Samuel Ringgold. Mount Ayr is the county seat. The region features rolling terrain and productive farmland. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming operations.

Sac

Sac County is positioned in northwestern Iowa and covers 576 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after the Sac Nation, the county has Sac City as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and agricultural land. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Scott

Scott County is located in eastern Iowa and encompasses 457 square miles. The county was established in 1837 and named after General Winfield Scott. Davenport is the county seat. The region features the Mississippi River and productive valleys. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and commercial operations.

Shelby

Shelby County is in western Iowa and covers 591 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Isaac Shelby, the county has Harlan as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming-related operations.

Sioux

Sioux County is situated in northwestern Iowa and encompasses 724 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after the Sioux Nation. Orange City is the county seat. The region features rolling prairie and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture, grain production, and livestock operations.

Story

Story County is located in central Iowa and covers 576 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after Joseph Story, the county has Nevada as its seat. Ames, home to Iowa State University, is a major city. The area has a diverse economy including agriculture, education, and research activities.

Tama

Tama County is in east-central Iowa and encompasses 723 square miles. The county was established in 1843 and named after Chief Tama. Toledo is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture, grain production, and livestock operations.

Taylor

Taylor County is positioned in south-central Iowa and covers 534 square miles. Established in 1847 and named after General Zachary Taylor, the county has Bedford as its seat. The landscape features rolling terrain and productive farms. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming operations.

Union

Union County is located in southwestern Iowa and encompasses 425 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named for the Union. Creston is the county seat. The region features rolling prairie and agricultural land. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Van Buren

Van Buren County is in southeastern Iowa and covers 486 square miles. Established in 1839 and named after President Martin Van Buren, the county has Keosauqua as its seat. The landscape features the Des Moines River and rolling hills. The economy includes agriculture, tourism, and small manufacturing.

Wapello

Wapello County is situated in south-central Iowa and encompasses 431 square miles. The county was established in 1843 and named after Chief Wapello. Ottumwa is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture and manufacturing operations.

Warren

Warren County is located in south-central Iowa and covers 586 square miles. Established in 1846 and named after General Joseph Warren, the county has Indianola as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture and related farming activities.

Washington

Washington County is in southeastern Iowa and encompasses 575 square miles. The county was established in 1838 and named after George Washington. Washington is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture and small manufacturing operations.

Wayne

Wayne County is positioned in south-central Iowa and covers 556 square miles. Established in 1844 and named after General Anthony Wayne, the county has Corydon as its seat. The landscape features rolling terrain and productive farms. The community is engaged in agricultural production and farming operations.

Webster

Webster County is located in north-central Iowa and encompasses 718 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Daniel Webster. Fort Dodge is the county seat. The region features rolling hills and productive farmland. The economy is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and small-scale industries.

Winnebago

Winnebago County is in northern Iowa and covers 401 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after the Winnebago Nation, the county has Forest City as its seat. The landscape features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, livestock production, and agricultural services.

Winneshiek

Winneshiek County is situated in northeastern Iowa and encompasses 691 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after Chief Winneshiek. Decorah is the county seat. The region features scenic bluffs, valleys, and productive farmland. The economy includes agriculture, tourism, and education-related activities.

Woodbury

Woodbury County is located in western Iowa and covers 896 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Levi Woodbury, the county has Sioux City as its seat. Sioux City is a major regional center. The landscape features the Missouri River. The economy includes manufacturing, agriculture, and commercial operations.

Worth

Worth County is in north-central Iowa and encompasses 400 square miles. The county was established in 1851 and named after General William Worth. Northwood is the county seat. The region features agricultural land and small communities. The economy is based on farming, grain production, and livestock operations.

Wright

Wright County is positioned in north-central Iowa and covers 580 square miles. Established in 1851 and named after Silas Wright, the county has Clarion as its seat. The landscape features rolling prairie and productive farms. The community is engaged in agriculture, livestock production, and farming operations.