Fayette Iowa Map

About Fayette, Iowa

Fayette is a locality in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,309. The population density is 320.2 people per km². Fayette is located at 42.8419°N, 91.8021°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 52142.

Fayette sits in a broad, rolling landscape, where the land dips and rises like a gentle, sleeping giant. It lies 36.6 miles north-east of Waterloo, IA (from Waterloo, IA: bearing 49°T), and is situated 8.4 miles south of West Union. The fields here, a patchwork of greens and golds depending on the season, stretch towards horizons softened by the wide Iowa sky. Elm trees, some ancient and gnarled, line the few paved roads, their branches reaching out as if to greet travelers. The air often carries the clean scent of turned earth and distant mown hay, a fragrance that speaks of the agricultural heart of this place. Evenings here can be particularly beautiful, as the sun sinks low, casting long shadows and painting the clouds in hues of apricot and rose, a quiet spectacle that draws the eye. The history of Fayette is deeply entwined with the rich soil that surrounds it, a legacy built by settlers drawn to the fertility of the land. The local economy has long been anchored by agriculture, with corn and soybeans dominating the vast fields that define the surrounding terrain. Generations have worked this ground, their efforts contributing to the steady, unhurried rhythm of life in Fayette. A notable landmark is the iconic Fayette Opera House, a historic building that has served as a cultural hub for the community, echoing with the laughter and stories of countless past gatherings. The presence of Upper Iowa University also lends a distinct character to Fayette, bringing a youthful energy and intellectual hum to this otherwise tranquil corner of the county.

About This Fayette Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fayette, Iowa — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.841926, -91.802107. 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 Fayette and Fayette County.

Detailed location data for Fayette includes the ZIP code (52142), telephone area code (712), county seat of Fayette County (West Union), and school district assignment (North Fayette Valley 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 Fayette is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.