Jones County Map, Iowa
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Jones County, Iowa
Jones County sits in eastern Iowa, not far from the Mississippi River. The county’s name honors George Wallace Jones, one of Iowa’s first U.S. Senators.
The county seat, Anamosa, was once known as “Buffalo Forks” due to its location at the intersection of the Buffalo Creek and Wapsipinicon River.
It’s home to the fascinating Anamosa State Penitentiary Museum. This is where visitors can learn about the history of this 150-year old prison.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Jones County |
| County Seat | Anamosa |
| Population | 20,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Anamosa, Monticello, Oxford Junction, Cascade, Wyoming, and the unincorporated communities of Center Junction and LaMotte |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 151, Iowa Highway 64, Iowa Highway 38 |
| FIPS Code | 19-105 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 577 square miles (land: 573 sq mi, water: 4 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Delaware County (Northwest), Dubuque County (Northeast), Jackson County (East), Clinton County (Southeast), Cedar County (South), Linn County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 42.05°N, 91.13°W |
| Etymology | Named after George Wallace Jones, one of Iowa’s first U.S. Senators |
| Major Landmarks | Anamosa State Penitentiary, National Motorcycle Museum, Wapsipinicon State Park |
| Website | Jones County Website |
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