Iowa (/ˈaɪəwə/) is a state located in the Midwestern region of the United States, an area often referred to as the "American Heartland." It derives its name from the Ioway people, one of the many American Indian tribes that occupied the state at the time of European exploration. Iowa was a part of the French colony of New France. After the Louisiana Purchase, settlers laid the foundation for an agriculture-based economy in the heart of the Corn Belt. Iowa is often known as the "Food Capital of the World", but Iowa’s economy, culture, and landscape are diverse. In the mid and late 20th century, Iowa’s agricultural economy transitioned to a diversified economy of advanced manufacturing, processing, financial services, biotechnology, and green energy production. Iowa has been listed as one of the safest states in which to live. Des Moines is Iowa's capital and largest city. (via Wikipedia)
Capital:
Des Moines
Largest City:
Des Moines
Latitude:
40° 23′ N to 43° 30′ N
Area Rank:
26
Longitude:
90° 8′ W to 96° 38′ W
Land Area:
144 700.8
Time Zone:
Central: UTC-6/DST-5
Elevation Lowest Point:
480
146
Governor:
Chet Culver (D)
Highest Point:
Hawkeye Point
Median Income:
$48,075
Lieutenant Governor:
Patty Judge (D)
Lowest Point:
Mississippi River at Keokuk
Full Name:
State of Iowa
Admittance Date:
Dec 28, 1846
Representatives:
3 Democrats, 2 Republicans
Senators:
Chuck Grassley (R), Tom Harkin (D)
Demonym:
Iowan
Name:
Iowa
Motto:
Our liberties we prize and our rights we will maintain.
Elevation Highest Point:
1,670
509
Total Population:
3,007,856 (2009 est.)
Total Area:
56,272
145,743
Also Known As:
The Hawkeye State (official), The Tall Corn State
Area of Inland Water:
1,042
402
Website:
www.iowa.gov
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