Information on Prairie City, Jasper County
The City of Prairie City is located in the state of Iowa, in Jasper County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Prairie City City HALL, Jasper County
| Prairie City City Hall's address | Prairie City Prairie City Municipal Building PO Box 607 Prairie City IA 50228 United States | |
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| Phone number of Prairie City City Hall | +1 515-994-2649 | |
| Prairie City, IA email | Not available | |
| Prairie City official website | prairiecityiowa.us | |
| Mayor of Prairie City | Max Keuning | |
| Jasper County, Iowa: Vital Records | Prairie City vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Iowa birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Prairie City
What county is Prairie City IA in?Prairie City, IA is located in Jasper County |
Where is Prairie City, Iowa ?Prairie City lies in Jasper County, positioned in the central part of the state of Iowa, United States. Geographically, it is situated southeast of the state capital, Des Moines, and to the east of the larger city of Newton. It is strategically located within easy driving distance of these significant urban centers. |
What is the cost of living in Prairie City IA ? |
Prairie City administrative division
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | Iowa |
| County | Jasper - other counties in Iowa |
Prairie City building department, IA
If you're planning a construction project in Prairie City, IA, securing a permit is an essential step in the process. Applications can be submitted at the Prairie City Hall, where city officials will guide you through the necessary procedures. It’s advisable to contact the office directly for detailed information regarding the fees and estimated processing times specific to your project’s needs. Following these guidelines ensures your project complies with local regulations and gets underway without unnecessary delays.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Prairie City's town hall or Jasper County authorities directly. |
Demography of Prairie City
| Name of Prairie City inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 1 365 inhabitants | 208 / 7 052 | ||
| Population density in Prairie City | 1 133,1 pop/sq mi (437,5 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
| Extreme Midget Wrestling | 2025-08-07 at Baqara | ||
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| ARCA Menards Series Atlas Roofing 150 | 2025-08-01 at Iowa Speedway | ||
| NASCAR Xfinity Series Hyvee Perks 250 | 2025-08-02 at Iowa Speedway | ||
 | Iowa Speedway 2-Day Grandstand Package (Fri/Sat) | 2025-08-02 at Iowa Speedway | |
| Iowa Speedway Racing Electronics | 2025-08-03 at Iowa Speedway | |
| Iowa Speedway 3-Day Weekend Grandstand Package | 2025-08-03 at Iowa Speedway | |
| NASCAR Cup Series Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol | 2025-08-03 at Iowa Speedway |
List of Passport Facilities in Prairie City, IA
This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Prairie City, IA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| NEWTON POST OFFICE | 215 S. 2ND AVE. E | 6417924730 |
| ALTOONA POST OFFICE | 300 8TH ST. SE | 5159672262 |
| DES MOINES POST OFFICE | 1165 SECOND AVE | 5152837585 |
| POLK COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 111 COURT AVE | 5152863160 |
| MARION COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 214 E. MAIN ST.COURTHOUSE | 6418282211 |
| ANKENY POST OFFICE | 1011 N ANKENY BLVD | 5159640464 |
| WARREN COUNTY RECORDER | 301 N BRUXTON | 5159611089 |
| NORWALK POST OFFICE | 1105 HIGH RD. | 5159815871 |
| JOHNSTON POST OFFICE | 5874 MERLE HAY ROAD | 5153340216 |
| CITY OF HUXLEY | 515 NORTH MAIN AVE. | 5155972561 |
| ASH CREEK STATION | 3311 100TH ST | 5153345683 |
| GRINNELL POST OFFICE | 932 BROAD ST. | 6412365353 |
| STORY COUNTY RECORDER | 900 6TH STREET | 5153827230 |
| GRANGER POST OFFICE | 1902 OAK ST | 5159992910 |
| WAUKEE POST OFFICE | 500 W HICKMAN RD | 5159875409 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Prairie City
There are 1 bank branches in Prairie City.
Great Western Bank is the most popular bank in Prairie City with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Prairie City:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
|---|---|---|
| Great Western Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Prairie City administrative numbers
| Prairie City City code | 1964470 |
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| Prairie City City postcode | 50228 |
Toponymy and translation of Prairie City
| Persian: پرایری سیتی | Japanese: プレイリー・シティ | Kazakh: Прэйрай Сити |
| Korean: 프레리 시티 | Russian: Прейри Сити | Chinese: 普雷里城 |
Transportation modes in Prairie City
| Airport | Newton Municipal Airport 12.5 miles 21.5 miles Des Moines International Airport 22.3 miles |
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Prairie City territory
| Prairie City area | 1,20 sq mi (3,12 km²) |
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| Prairie City altitude | 925 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 41.5953 Longitude: -93.2392 Latitude: 41° 35' 43'' North Longitude: 93° 14' 21'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
| Local time | |
| Natural parks | Prairie City isn't part of a natural park |
What is Prairie City close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Colfax, Mitchellville, Runnells and Monroe | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colfax | Colfax | Lambs Grove |
| Colfax |  | Monroe |
| Runnells | Runnells | Monroe |
| Colfax 5.6 miles | Mitchellville 8.2 miles | Runnells 8.4 miles |
| Monroe 8.8 miles | Swan 9.6 miles | Valeria 10.3 miles |
| Lambs Grove 11 miles | Reasnor 11.3 miles | Mingo 12 miles |
| Newton 12.4 miles | Altoona 12.8 miles | Hartford 12.8 miles |
| Bondurant 13.2 miles | Pleasant Hill 13.4 miles | Carlisle 14.5 miles |
| Pleasantville 14.6 miles | Baxter 16.5 miles | Sandyville 17.3 miles |
| Kellogg 19.2 miles | Des Moines 19.6 miles | Ackworth 20 miles |
Distance between Prairie City and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1466 miles | Houston : 826 miles | Philadelphia : 953 miles |
| Phoenix : 1169 miles | San Antonio : 890 miles | San Diego : 1444 miles |
| Dallas : 639 miles | San Jose : 1548 miles | Jacksonville : 1011 miles |
| Indianapolis : 393 miles closest | San Francisco : 1601 miles | Austin : 821 miles |
| Columbus : 548 miles | Fort Worth : 650 miles | Charlotte : 804 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Prairie City, IA
Elementary schools in Prairie City
Prairie City Elementary School
District of Pcm Community School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 270
Middle schools in Prairie City
PCM Middle School
District of Pcm Community School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 230
Leisure and activities in Prairie City surrounding area
| Golf course | |
|---|---|
| Colfax Country Club to Colfax 6.2 miles | Monroe Gateway Recreation to Monroe 8.1 miles |
| Westwood Golf Club to Newton 9 miles | Terrace Hills Golf Course to Altoona 10.4 miles |
| Toad Valley Golf Course to Runnells 10.6 miles | Newton Country Club to Newton 11.2 miles |
| Pleasantville Golf & Country Club to Pleasantville 13.9 miles | Copper Creek Golf Course to Des Moines 14.7 miles |
| Sleepy Hollow Sports Park to Des Moines 15.3 miles | Grand View Golf Course to Des Moines 16.7 miles |