Butler County Map, Iowa
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Butler County, Iowa
Butler County is located in the northeastern part of the state. The Shell Rock River cuts through Butler County, creating some of the prettiest scenery in Iowa.
Clarksville is the “Heart of Butler County” and backs it up with its sweet small-town charm. Horsepower fans flock to the Butler County Fairgrounds for tractor pulls and demolition derbies.
This rural county has a population of about 14,000 and is known for its strong farming roots. It’s the kind of place where time seems to slow down a bit. Iowa Highway 3 is the main route here.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Butler County |
| County Seat | Allison |
| Population | 14,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Allison, Clarksville, Aplington, Shell Rock, Parkersburg, Dumont, Greene, New Hartford |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 20, Iowa Highway 3, Iowa Highway 14, Iowa Highway 57 |
| FIPS Code | 19-023 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 582 square miles (land: 580 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Floyd County (North), Bremer County (East), Black Hawk County (Southeast), Grundy County (South), Franklin County (West), Chickasaw County (Northeast), Cerro Gordo County (Northwest), Hardin County (Southwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 42.73°N, 92.79°W |
| Etymology | Named after General William O. Butler, a U.S. Congressman and military officer |
| Major Landmarks | Heery Woods State Park, Wilder Park and Campground, Butler County Courthouse |
| Website | Butler County Website |
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