Wright County Map, Iowa
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Wright County, Iowa
Wright County sits in north-central Iowa. Wright County was once nicknamed the “Creamery Capital of Iowa” due to its numerous dairy processing plants.
The Heartland Museum in Clarion preserves local agricultural history. Interestingly, Wright County is home to several massive wind farms, part of Iowa’s growing renewable energy sector.
The county is named after Silas Wright, a New York governor. While Lake Cornelia offers fishing and camping opportunities, the Boone River winds through the county and is better for canoeing and kayaking.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Wright County |
| County Seat | Clarion |
| Population | 13,200 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Clarion, Eagle Grove, Belmond, and several smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 69, Iowa Highway 3, Iowa Highway 44 |
| FIPS Code | 19-197 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 580 square miles (land: 575 sq mi, water: 5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hancock County (North), Cerro Gordo County (Northeast), Franklin County (East), Hardin County (Southeast), Hamilton County (South), Webster County (Southwest), Humboldt County (West), Kossuth County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
| State | Iowa |
| Coordinates | 42.73°N, 93.73°W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Silas Wright, former New York Governor |
| Major Landmarks | Wright County Courthouse, the Belmond Historical Museum, and the Eagle Grove City Park |
| Website | Wright County Website |
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