Information on Spencer, Clay County
The City of Spencer is located in the state of Iowa, in Clay County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Spencer City HALL, Clay County
| Spencer City Hall's address | Spencer Spencer Municipal Building 418 2nd Avenue W Spencer IA 51301 United States | |
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| Phone number of Spencer City Hall | +1 712-580-7200 | |
| Spencer, IA email | Not available | |
| Spencer official website | spenceriowacity.com | |
| Mayor of Spencer | Reynold Peterson | |
| Clay County, Iowa: Vital Records | Spencer vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Iowa birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Spencer
What county is Spencer IA in?Spencer, IA is located in Clay County |
Where is Spencer, Iowa ?Spencer is in Clay County, located in northwestern Iowa, United States. It lies at the confluence of the Ocheyedan and Little Sioux Rivers. Spencer is west of the Iowa Great Lakes, approximately 40 miles south of the Minnesota border, and about 140 miles northwest of Des Moines, the state capital. |
What is the cost of living in Spencer IA ?The cost of living in Spencer, Iowa (Clay County) is relatively affordable. Housing costs average around $150,000 for a home, while monthly transportation expenses are approximately $900. Groceries can average about 10% lower than the national average, making Spencer an economical choice for residents. |
Spencer administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Iowa |
| County | Clay - other counties in Iowa |
Spencer building department, IA
If you're planning a construction project in Spencer, IA, and need to secure the necessary permits, you’ll want to begin by contacting the Community Development Department. This is the local authority responsible for issuing permits and guiding residents through the application process. The office can provide detailed information regarding the specific requirements, costs, and estimated processing times for your permit in Spencer. It's advisable to reach out directly to their staff to ensure you have the most up-to-date information and to clarify any steps you may need to take before beginning your project.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Spencer's town hall or Clay County authorities directly. |
Demography of Spencer
| Name of Spencer inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 11 317 inhabitants | 29 / 2 688 | ||
| Population density in Spencer | 1 036,5 pop/sq mi (400,2 pop/km²) | |||
List of Passport Facilities in Spencer, IA
Where to apply for a passport in Spencer, IA? There are 1 passport offices in Spencer, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| CLAY COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 300 W 4TH ST | 7122621081 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Spencer
There are 7 bank branches in Spencer.
Northwest Bank is the most popular bank in Spencer with 2 branch offices, followed by U.S. Bank National Association with 2 branch offices and then Community State Bank with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Spencer:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Bank | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| U.S. Bank National Association | 2 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Community State Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Farmers Trust and Savings Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| State Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Spencer administrative numbers
| Spencer City code | 1974280 |
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| Spencer City postcode | 51301 |
Transportation modes in Spencer
| Airport | Spencer Municipal Airport 2.8 miles Estherville Municipal Airport 27.3 miles Jackson Municipal Airport 35.8 miles |
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Spencer territory
| Spencer area | 10,92 sq mi (28,28 km²) |
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| Spencer altitude | 1 316 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 43.147 Longitude: -95.1545 Latitude: 43° 8' 49'' North Longitude: 95° 9' 16'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Spencer | Currently, the town Spencer isn’t twinned |
| Namesake of Spencer |
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| Natural parks | Spencer isn't part of a natural park |
What is Spencer close to?
| Nearby cities include: Fostoria, Dickens, Everly and Royal | ||
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| Fostoria | Fostoria | Milford |
| Fostoria |  | Dickens |
| Royal | Dickens | Dickens |
| Fostoria 6.6 miles | Dickens 6.7 miles | Everly 8.3 miles |
| Royal 8.7 miles | Greenville 9 miles | Rossie 9.4 miles |
| Gillett Grove 10.9 miles | Milford 12.2 miles | Ruthven 13 miles |
| West Okoboji 13.9 miles | Arnolds Park 14 miles | Terril 14.4 miles |
| Webb 15.4 miles | Wahpeton 15.8 miles | Hartley 16.4 miles |
| Okoboji 16.7 miles | Sioux Rapids 17.7 miles | Ayrshire 17.8 miles |
| Linn Grove 18.1 miles | Peterson 18.4 miles | Spirit Lake 18.8 miles |
Distance between Spencer and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1401 miles | Houston : 925 miles | Philadelphia : 1056 miles |
| Phoenix : 1129 miles | San Antonio : 965 miles | San Diego : 1389 miles |
| Dallas : 722 miles | San Jose : 1459 miles | Jacksonville : 1157 miles |
| Indianapolis : 522 miles closest | San Francisco : 1507 miles | Austin : 900 miles |
| Columbus : 666 miles | Fort Worth : 727 miles | Charlotte : 942 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Spencer, IA
Elementary schools in Spencer
Fairview Park Elementary
District of Spencer Community School DistrictLowest grade : 2, Highest grade : 3
Students : 276
Johnson Elementary
District of Spencer Community School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 1
Students : 357
Lincoln Elementary School
District of Spencer Community School DistrictLowest grade : 4, Highest grade : 5
Students : 297
Middle schools in Spencer
Spencer Middle School
District of Spencer Community School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 473
High schools in Spencer
Spencer High School
District of Spencer Community School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 579
Private schools in Spencer
Iowa Great Lakes Lutheran School
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6Students : 71
Sacred Heart School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6Students : 188
Leisure and activities in Spencer surrounding area
| Golf course | |
|---|---|
| Spencer Golf & Country Club | Spencer Municipal Golf Course |
| Woodlyn Hills Golf Course to Milford 12.6 miles | Lost Island Golf Club to Ruthven 13.5 miles |
| Emerald Hills Golf Club to Arnolds Park 15.1 miles | Little Sioux Golf & Country Club to Sioux Rapids 16.1 miles |
| Brooks National Golf Club - Val Brooks Course to Okoboji 16.5 miles | The Inn Golf Course to Okoboji 16.7 miles |
| Brooks National Golf Club - Mounds Course to Okoboji 16.9 miles | Brooks National Golf Club - Scot's Links Course to Okoboji 17.1 miles |