About Rowley
Rowley is a tiny community in eastern Iowa with an estimated population of 264.
Officially, Rowley is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.39 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 677 residents per square mile.
📰 Rowley News Today
- Republicans nominate Dave Rowley in Iowa Senate District 5 primary KTTC | Rochester, MN · Jun 3
- Darla Rowley Obituary May 23, 2026 Mitchell Family Funeral Home · May 23
- 2nd Iowa lawmaker diagnosed with cancer KTIV · Feb 23
- Iowa Primary Preview: Senate District 5 Senator Dave Rowley Vs. Stacy Besch KIMT · May 27
- Dave Rowley wins Republican nomination for Iowa Senate District 5 kaaltv.com · Jun 3
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What Makes Rowley Unique
- Positioned in eastern 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.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIowa
TypeCity
Population (2024)264
Rank in state#591 of 940
Land area0.39 sq mi
Density677/sq mi
Coordinates42.3685, -91.8443