About Nichols
Set in the southeastern part of Iowa, Nichols is a tiny community with an estimated population of 317.
Officially, Nichols is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.23 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,378 residents per square mile.
📰 Nichols News Today
- John Nichols, age 76, of Estherville Northwest Iowa Now · Aug 5
- Jane (Adams) Vetter Obituary Jul 30, 2026 jonesfh.com · Jul 30
- Daniel John Nichols Obituary | Lensing Funeral Home | Iowa City, IA Tribute Archive · Aug 2
- Obituary for Vernon A. Tripses Snyder & Hollenbaugh Funeral & Cremation Services · May 17
- Elvera Nichols Obituary - Muncie, IN Dignity Memorial · Jul 7
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Nichols Unique
- One of the smallest municipal footprints in the country at just 0.23 sq mi.
- Positioned in southeastern 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 Nichols
- Catfish Place
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIowa
TypeCity
Population (2024)317
Rank in state#550 of 940
Land area0.23 sq mi
Density1,378/sq mi
Coordinates41.4797, -91.3080