Winnebago County Map, Iowa
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Winnebago County, Iowa
Winnebago County sits near Iowa’s northern border with Minnesota. It’s named after the Winnebago tribe that lived in the area nearby.
Forest City is the county seat and it’s home to Winnebago Industries, the famous RV manufacturer. With about 10,500 residents, it’s one of Iowa’s smaller counties.
U.S. Highway 69 is the main highway in this county. Winnebago County is a mix of industry and natural beauty with small-town life and big business.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Winnebago County |
| County Seat | Forest City |
| Population | 10,800 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Forest City, Lake Mills, Thompson, Buffalo Center, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 69, U.S. Highway 9, Iowa Highway 9 |
| FIPS Code | 19-189 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 400 square miles (land: 397 sq mi, water: 3 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Faribault County, Minnesota (Northwest), Freeborn County, Minnesota (Northeast), Worth County (East), Hancock County (South), Kossuth County (West), Cerro Gordo County (Southeast) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 43.30°N, 93.65°W |
| Etymology | Named after the Winnebago tribe, which historically lived in the area |
| Major Landmarks | Winnebago County Fairgrounds, Pilot Knob State Park, and the Forest City Historic District |
| Website | Winnebago County Website |
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