Iowa City : Iowa

Iowa City is a city in Johnson County and is known as the “Athens of the Midwest.” Downtown Iowa has lovely walkable space with over 4,000 parking spaces within two blocks of downtown. It has tree-lined Pedestrian Plaza with a variety of specialty stores, dining options, street vendors and regular entertainment. Iowa hosts a variety of art and cultural options throughout the year. The Friday Night Concert Series, Iowa Arts Festival and Iowa City Jazz Festival provide festive outdoor music throughout the summer months. The University of Iowa campus, intertwined with downtown, offers museums and other attractions.

Elevation: 698 feet

Land area: 24.2 square miles

Latitude: 41.66 N

Longitude: 91.52 W

Population: 62,887 (as on July 2005)

Climate

    * Average High Temperature: 59 degrees F
    * Average Low Temperature: 39 degrees F
    * Average Annual Rainfall: 32 inches
    * Elevation: Ranges from 630' (Iowa River bank south) to 760' (City High School)

Attractions and Festivals:

    * The University of Iowa
    * Lake Macbride State Park
    * Devonian Fossil Gorge
    * Coralville Lake
    * Iowa City Jazz Festivals
    * Iowa Arts Festival