About Smithland
Set in the western part of Iowa, Smithland is a tiny community, home to 184 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Smithland is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.32 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 575 residents per square mile.
📰 Smithland News Today
- Oto cemetery damaged as tornado moves through eastern Woodbury County KTIV · Jul 1
- Obituary for Darrell G. McTeer Goslar Funeral Home and Monuments, LLC · Apr 13
- Leah I. Shearon Obituary Jun 12, 2026 Meyer Brothers Funeral Homes · Jun 12
- Marilyn M. Palmer Obituary | Armstrong - Van Houten Funeral Homes | Mapleton, IA Tribute Archive · Jun 6
- Donald Lee Cook Obituary Feb 21, 2026 Rexwinkel Funeral Homes · Feb 21
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Smithland Unique
- Positioned in western 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
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 9 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Smithland
- Buffalo Bills
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Smithland Town Museum · Museum
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIowa
TypeCity
Population (2024)184
Rank in state#685 of 940
Land area0.32 sq mi
Density575/sq mi
Coordinates42.2289, -95.9316