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Hiawatha Iowa Map

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CityHiawatha
StateIowa (IA)
CountyLinn County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneCentral Time (America/Chicago)
Latitude42.056197
Longitude-91.688802
Population7,183
Density584.7 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes52233, 52411
Area Code712
County SeatCedar Rapids
School DistrictCedar Rapids Community School District

About Hiawatha, Iowa

Hiawatha is a locality in Linn County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,183. The population density is 584.7 people per km². Hiawatha is located at 42.0562°N, 91.6888°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Hiawatha is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 52233, 52411.

Hiawatha occupies a broad expanse of level ground where the horizon stretches wide and unencumbered by abrupt shifts in elevation. It lies 2.7 miles northwest of Cedar Rapids, IA (from Cedar Rapids, IA: bearing 314°T), and is situated 4.3 miles west of Marion. The regional landscape remains defined by the steady, quiet productivity of tilled earth that stretches toward the distant, hazy silhouette of The Hogback. A traveler might notice how the low light of dusk catches the tall grasses near Cold Stream, turning the water into a ribbon of hammered silver. Residents find their connection to the outdoors at Guthridge Park, a space that serves as a communal anchor amidst the flat, fertile plains. Further afield, the landscape deepens into the quiet depressions of Tissel Hollow, where the air grows heavy and still under the weight of the afternoon.

Hiawatha grew from the patient labor of those who recognized the value of the surrounding soil and the utility of the nearby rail lines. The local economy has evolved from its early agricultural roots into a diverse center for light manufacturing and technical services that support the modern regional market. Busy corridors hum with the steady movement of commerce, reflecting a pragmatic approach to growth that prioritizes function over ostentation. A walk past the local storefronts reveals a community that values the slow accumulation of steady work and the quiet maintenance of its infrastructure. Even the proximity of Robbins Lake serves as a reminder of the unassuming, practical beauty that defines the character of the regional industry.

Cultural life in Hiawatha maintains a grounded, literate civility that reflects the broader traditions of the Iowa plains. The town gathers for seasonal festivities at Guthridge Park, where the social fabric is woven through simple, recurring events that draw families together under the vast midwestern sky. While the area is not defined by the presence of singular, globally famous celebrities, the people here carry a quiet pride in the self-reliant spirit that characterizes the local identity. Notable landmarks include the public facilities that anchor the town’s daily routines, providing space for both reflection and civic engagement. Hiawatha continues to operate with a measured pace, favoring the substance of long-standing relationships over the fleeting influence of modern spectacle.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Cedar Valley Nature Trail (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 106° E
  • Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 141° SE
  • Ashworth Ct. (Local Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 221° SW
  • Myfa Complex (Local Recreation) — 2.0 mi, 115° SE
  • Cedar River Trail Row (Local Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 155° SE
  • Rock Island State Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 223° SW
  • Tuma Soccer Complex (Local Recreation) — 3.4 mi, 037° NE
  • Witch's Basement (Historic Ruins) — 3.5 mi, 182° S
  • Chain-o-lakes Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.7 mi, 260° W
  • The 5th Realm (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 124° SE
  • Collins Road Theatres (Cinema) — 3.9 mi, 119° SE
  • Blessed Art Thou Arch (Public Artwork) — 4.1 mi, 154° SE
  • Sister Catherine McAuley (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 153° SE
  • Sister Frances Warde (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 153° SE
  • Studio 17 of the Eastern Iowa ARTS Academy (Arts Centre) — 4.5 mi, 157° SE
  • Westside Rising (Monument) — 4.7 mi, 175° S
  • Campbell Steele Callery (Gallery) — 4.9 mi, 109° E
  • History Center (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 164° S
  • Gilded Pear Gallery (Gallery) — 5.4 mi, 164° S
  • Modern Gallery And Framing (Gallery) — 5.4 mi, 165° S
  • Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 6.4 mi, 315° NW
  • Mount Trashmore Scenic Overlook (Viewpoint) — 6.8 mi, 163° S
  • Hawkeye Downs Speedway (Stadium) — 8.4 mi, 177° S
  • The Fun Station (Theme Park) — 11.4 mi, 173° S
  • Springville Area Historical Society (Museum) — 12.6 mi, 088° E
  • Palisades-Kepler State Park (State Park) — 12.7 mi, 136° SE
  • Abbe Creek School Museum (Museum) — 14.5 mi, 123° SE
  • Iowa Baseball Museum of Norway (Museum) — 15.9 mi, 228° SW
  • Lake Macbride State Park (State Park) — 18.3 mi, 161° S
  • Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 24.6 mi, 227° SW · 24k acres

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About This Hiawatha Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hiawatha, Iowa. Coordinates: 42.056197, -91.688802. 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 Hiawatha includes the ZIP code (52233, 52411), telephone area code (712), county seat of Linn County (Cedar Rapids), and school district assignment (Cedar Rapids 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 generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.