Explore Marshalltown, Iowa, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Marshalltown, Iowa. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Iowa or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Marshalltown.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Marshalltown |
| State | Iowa (IA) |
| County | Marshall County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 42.0343 |
| Longitude | -92.906266 |
| Population | 27,591 |
| Density | 555.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 50158 |
| Area Code | 515 |
| County Seat | Marshalltown |
| School District | Marshalltown Community School District |
Marshalltown occupies a broad expanse of the Iowa prairie, where the horizon stretches flat and wide under a sky that feels remarkably immense. It lies 25.2 miles north-northeast of Newton, IA (from Newton, IA: bearing 17°T), and is situated 17.9 miles west-northwest of Tama. The land here is defined by the steady, rhythmic persistence of agriculture, with fields of corn and soybeans creating a patchwork of green and gold that shifts color with the turning seasons. Residents often find their way to the quiet banks of Linn Creek, a waterway that meanders through the landscape with a modest, unhurried grace. Beyond the immediate reach of the town, the terrain occasionally lifts into subtle swells, while the distant silhouettes of Mormon Ridge provide a faint, dark boundary against the pale sunset. For those seeking a moment of respite, the local grounds of Susie Sower Park offer a gentle space to observe the changing light as it settles over the plains.
Marshalltown grew from the steady labor of early settlers who recognized the potential in the deep, fertile topsoil of the region. The economy evolved from its agrarian roots to incorporate a robust industrial base, with manufacturing and food processing forming the backbone of local livelihoods. Marshalltown maintains a distinct character forged by generations of workers who have sustained these facilities through changing economic tides. The steady hum of machinery remains a familiar sound, marking the passage of the workday in a place that values consistency and craftsmanship. Even as global markets fluctuate, the town retains a sense of grounded industry that reflects its history as a vital hub of production. This commitment to tangible work defines the local spirit, keeping the focus on practical progress and the well-being of its people.
Cultural life in Marshalltown thrives on a quiet, neighborly civility, often expressed through community gatherings and a shared pride in local preservation. The Linn Creek Greenbelt provides a well-traveled artery for outdoor activity, connecting residents to the natural environment without ever leaving the reach of the town. Among the notable figures who once walked these streets is the celebrated actress Jean Seberg, whose legacy remains a point of historical curiosity for those who study the town’s influence on the wider world. Architectural landmarks stand as reminders of a storied past, inviting residents to look closely at the brickwork and design that define the older quarters. Throughout the year, various local events draw people together, fostering a sense of solidarity that persists through the coldest winters and the most humid summers. Marshalltown carries itself with a modest dignity, content in its identity as a place where the pace of life allows for genuine connection.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Marshalltown, Iowa. Coordinates: 42.0343, -92.906266. 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 Marshalltown includes the ZIP code (50158), telephone area code (515), county seat of Marshall County (Marshalltown), and school district assignment (Marshalltown Community School District).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
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 | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |