Sutherland Iowa Map

About Sutherland, Iowa

Sutherland is a locality in O'Brien County, Iowa, United States. It is a small community with a population of 629. The population density is 259.1 people per km². Sutherland is located at 42.9741°N, 95.4975°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 51058.

Sutherland rests on the broad, open canvas of northwest Iowa, a place where the land itself seems to breathe a slow, steady rhythm. It lies 56.3 miles north-east of Sioux City, IA (from Sioux City, IA: bearing 54°T), and is situated 9.6 miles east of Paullina. The horizon here is a generous expanse, often softened by the hazy golden light that spills across the fields in the late afternoon, tracing the gentle swells of farmland that stretch as far as the eye can see. The air, especially after a rain, carries the clean, earthy scent of damp soil and growing things, a constant reminder of the agricultural heart that beats at the center of this landscape. The streets of Sutherland are wide, lined with sturdy, unpretentious buildings that speak of resilience and quiet endurance, reflecting the character of the people who have long called this place home. The story of Sutherland is intimately tied to the fertile soil that surrounds it, a legacy of pioneering farmers who tilled these prairies into productive farmland. The local economy, deeply rooted in agriculture, continues to thrive on the cultivation of corn and soybeans, the amber waves of grain a familiar sight that defines the visual character of the region. While the precise origins of its name might be lost to the wind, the spirit of self-reliance and community that built Sutherland remains palpable. Small businesses, often family-owned, form the backbone of the town's commerce, their doors opening each morning to serve a populace that values connection and shared history, a quiet strength evident in the unhurried flow of daily life.

About This Sutherland Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Sutherland, 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 Sutherland and O'Brien County.

Detailed location data for Sutherland includes the ZIP code (51058), telephone area code (563), county seat of O'Brien County (Primghar), and school district assignment (South O'Brien 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 Sutherland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.