Sioux City Iowa Map

About Sioux City, Iowa

Sioux City is a locality in Woodbury County, Iowa, United States. With a population of 112,803, Sioux City is a major urban centre in Iowa. The population density is 559.1 people per km². Sioux City is located at 42.5000°N, 96.4003°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 51106.

Sioux City unfolds where the fertile plains of Iowa meet the Missouri River, a place shaped by the generous sweep of the land and the patient carving of water. It lies 61.4 miles east-north-east of Norfolk, NE (from Norfolk, NE: bearing 58°T), and is situated 1.9 miles north-north-east of South Sioux City. Its history is etched in the soil, a story of early pioneers drawn to the rich agricultural potential and the strategic river port. The economy of Sioux City has long been tied to the bounty of the surrounding farms, with industries like meatpacking establishing a strong presence, a testament to the region's agricultural heart. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, can carry the scent of ripening corn and the distant hum of industry, a unique blend of rural promise and urban enterprise. The terrain, gently rolling, offers broad vistas under an immense sky, a landscape that invites contemplation and a sense of enduring connection to the earth. The cultural character of Sioux City is one of Midwestern resilience and a quiet pride in its heritage. Among its notable landmarks, the historic Fourth Street offers a glimpse into its past, while the Sioux City Museum & Hall of Fame preserves its memory. The city is home to Morningside University, a cornerstone of higher learning that contributes to the intellectual life of the region. While not a major professional sports hub, local teams foster a strong sense of community spirit. Major events often celebrate the agricultural roots and the diverse population that calls Sioux City home. Though no globally renowned figures claim it as their birthplace, the spirit of its hardworking residents, individuals who have contributed to the fabric of this river city, is its most enduring legacy.

About This Sioux City Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Sioux City, Iowa with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Sioux City and Woodbury County.

Detailed location data for Sioux City includes the ZIP code (51106), telephone area code (563), county seat of Woodbury County (Sioux City), and school district assignment (Sioux City 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 Sioux City is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.