Dubuque Iowa Map

About Dubuque, Iowa

Dubuque is a locality in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of 69,698. The population density is 731.8 people per km². Dubuque is located at 42.5006°N, 90.6646°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 52002.

Dubuque rises from the western bank of the Mississippi River, a city built upon the dramatic bluffs that define this stretch of the river valley. It lies 30.3 miles south of Grant, WI (from Grant, WI: bearing 179°T), and is situated 4.5 miles east-south-east of Asbury. The landscape here is a study in contrasts: the broad, shimmering expanse of the water, often dotted with barges and pleasure craft, meeting the abrupt, verdant inclines of the Driftless Area’s ancient hills. Streets climb and descend with an almost defiant steepness, offering panoramic vistas that catch the afternoon sun in a haze of golden light. Ancient oaks and maples, their branches gnarled like arthritic fingers, cling to the slopes, their leaves whispering secrets of seasons past. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a damp, earthy scent, a blend of river mist and the rich loam of the surrounding countryside, a tangible reminder of the land’s enduring wildness. This is a place where history is not merely remembered but is palpably present, etched into the very bones of the city. Dubuque’s origins are deeply rooted in the fur trade and lead mining, industries that drew early settlers to these fertile, mineral-rich lands. The legacy of those rough-and-tumble days can still be felt in the sturdy brick buildings of the historic downtown, their facades bearing witness to a resilient spirit. Today, the economy is a more varied affair, with a strong presence in manufacturing and healthcare, yet the river remains a vital artery, influencing the city’s pulse and offering a constant, murmuring soundtrack to daily life. The iconic Fenelon Place Elevator, a steep incline railway offering unparalleled views, serves as a charming, almost whimsical, testament to the ingenuity born of navigating this formidable terrain.

About This Dubuque Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Dubuque, Iowa — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.500558, -90.664572. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Dubuque and Dubuque County.

Detailed location data for Dubuque includes the ZIP code (52001), telephone area code (712), county seat of Dubuque County (Dubuque), and school district assignment (Dubuque Community School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Dubuque is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.