Black Hawk County Map, Iowa

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Black Hawk County, Iowa

Waterloo and Cedar Falls anchor Black Hawk County, making it one of Iowa’s urban centers. The county hums with industry, home to John Deere’s largest tractor factory.
The county’s diverse community and strong economy make it a key player in the region. UNI-Dome at the University of Northern Iowa hosts everything from college football to rock concerts.
The Cedar Valley Trails offer over 100 miles of biking and hiking paths. It actually connects Waterloo to neighboring Cedar Falls. Its festivals and scenic trails make Black Hawk County a place that’s worth getting to know.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Black Hawk County |
County Seat | Waterloo |
Population | 131,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Hudson, La Porte City, Evansdale, Elk Run Heights, Gilbertville, Raymond, Dunkerton, Janesville |
Interstates and Highways | Interstate 380, U.S. Highway 20, U.S. Highway 218, Iowa Highway 27, Iowa Highway 58, Iowa Highway 21 |
FIPS Code | 19-013 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 573 square miles (land: 566 sq mi, water: 7 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Bremer County (North), Buchanan County (East), Benton County (Southeast), Tama County (Southwest), Grundy County (West), Butler County (Northwest), Fayette County (Northeast) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
State | Iowa |
Coordinates | 42.47°N, 92.32°W |
Etymology | Named after Chief Black Hawk, leader during Black Hawk War |
Major Landmarks | Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, Grout Museum District, Lost Island Waterpark, George Wyth State Park |
Website | Black Hawk County Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Black Hawk County Road Map
Explore Black Hawk County with our zoom tool using the map below. Interstate 380 runs north-south, while US Highway 63 also cuts through the county. Although the Cedar River flows through the area, the land remains fairly flat.

SATELLITE IMAGERY
Black Hawk County Satellite Map
Waterloo’s urban sprawl stands out in the north, with dense streets and industrial areas. The Cedar River snakes through the county. But it’s mostly farmland that dominates the southern half with green spaces breaking up the landscape.

OUTLINE MAP
Black Hawk County Blank Map
Black Hawk County is roughly rectangular but with uneven edges. It does not touch another state but neighbors several Iowa counties, including Bremer and Grundy.

Neighboring Counties
Here are the 7 neighboring counties of Black Hawk County: