About Pierson
Pierson, IA is a tiny community located in northwestern Iowa, home to 335 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Pierson is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.47 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 713 residents per square mile.
📰 Pierson News Today
- Scott Hardie Obituary August 7, 2026 Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory · Aug 7
- No injuries reported after house fire in Pierson, IA KTIV · Apr 10
- Paul Charles Patterson Obituary Jan 13, 2026 Waterbury Funeral Service · Jan 13
- Robert Dean Powell Obituary Apr 22, 2026 Fisch Funeral Home · Apr 22
- Severe storms spin off tornadoes, hurricane-force winds in northern Iowa Radio Iowa · May 18
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Pierson Unique
- Positioned in northwestern Iowa, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Iowa — one of 1,026 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Pierson
- Gas Lantern
- Thonny’s Bar & Grill
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏫 Schools in Pierson
- Pierson Middle School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIowa
TypeCity
Population (2024)335
Rank in state#540 of 940
Land area0.47 sq mi
Density713/sq mi
Coordinates42.5436, -95.8665