Henry County Map, Iowa
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Henry County, Iowa
Situated in southeast Iowa, Henry County is home to Mount Pleasant, the county seat. Iowa Wesleyan University is one of the oldest universities in the state. It’s located here.
The county plays a role in national politics. You’ll often see it hosting presidential candidates during the Iowa caucuses.
Henry County has a population of about 20,000 and takes pride in preserving its history. U.S. Highway 34 makes the area easy to reach.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Henry County |
| County Seat | Mount Pleasant |
| Population | 19,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Mount Pleasant, New London, Wayland, Olds, Winfield, Salem |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 34, U.S. Highway 218, Iowa Highway 78, Iowa Highway 16 |
| FIPS Code | 19-087 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 435 square miles (land: 434 sq mi, water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Washington County (North), Louisa County (Northeast), Des Moines County (East), Lee County (South), Van Buren County (Southwest), Jefferson County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 40.97°N, 91.53°W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of General Henry Dodge, governor of Wisconsin Territory. |
| Major Landmarks | Iowa Wesleyan University, The Henry County Historical Society Museum, Old Threshers Reunion |
| Website | Henry County Website |
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