Explore Estherville, Iowa, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Estherville |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Emmet County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 43.401626 |
| Longitude | -94.832764 |
| Population | 5,904 |
| Density | 423.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 51334 |
| Area Code | 563 |
| County Seat | Estherville |
| School District | Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District |
Estherville exists as a quiet testament to the resilience of the prairie, defined by vast stretches of tilled earth that catch the amber light of late afternoon. It lies 23.9 miles northeast of Spencer, IA (from Spencer, IA: bearing 41°T), and is situated 13.6 miles east of Spirit Lake. The Des Moines River meanders through the landscape just one mile away, carving a modest path through the deep, black soil that has supported generations of inhabitants. Only three miles distant, Fourmile Lake offers a tranquil mirror to the wide, expansive sky that dominates the horizon. Residents often gather at South Tenth Street Park to observe the seasonal shifts in the flora and the subtle variations in the wind. The terrain remains largely flat, an open expanse where the weather patterns move across the fields with an unhurried, deliberate grace.
Agriculture forms the bedrock of Estherville, where the rhythm of planting and harvest dictates the pulse of the local economy. German and Scandinavian settlers first broke this ground, bringing with them a pragmatic work ethic that remains evident in the orderly rows of corn and soybeans. Beyond the fields, industrial production and manufacturing continue to provide a steady livelihood for those who value craftsmanship and consistent labor. The local economy thrives on this connection to the land, maintaining a steady output that links the region to broader commercial networks. Every autumn, the scent of dried stalks and cooling earth fills the air, serving as a reminder of the industry that sustains the neighborhood.
Estherville maintains a character of thoughtful civility, valuing a literate and unassuming approach to daily life. The town serves as a gathering point for the surrounding region, where community events often center around the shared values of the residents. While many individuals have passed through, the area is perhaps most noted for the 1879 discovery of a significant meteorite, an event that etched the name of Estherville into the annals of scientific curiosity. Local gatherings provide a space for quiet connection, reflecting a culture that prefers substance over spectacle. This grounded perspective creates an environment where personal integrity is held in high regard, and the pace of life remains measured by the turning of the seasons.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Estherville, Iowa. Coordinates: 43.401626, -94.832764. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Estherville includes the ZIP code (51334), telephone area code (563), county seat of Emmet County (Estherville), and school district assignment (Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |