Elevation
Highest point in Iowa
The highest point in Iowa is Hawkeye Point, at 1,671 feet (509 meters) above sea level. It ranks 42nd among the 50 state high points.
From Confluence of Mississippi and Des Moines rivers to Hawkeye Point
Iowa spans about 1,191 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 1.25 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 211 °F at the bottom boils at about 209 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across Iowa · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in Iowa
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA | 1,201 | 366 |
| Ames, IA | 942 | 287 |
| Des Moines, IA | 873 | 266 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 810 | 247 |
| Iowa City, IA | 669 | 204 |
| Davenport, IA | 591 | 180 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in Iowa?
The highest point in Iowa is Hawkeye Point, at 1,671 feet (509 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 42nd highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in Iowa?
The lowest point is Confluence of Mississippi and Des Moines rivers, at 480 ft.
What is the average elevation of Iowa?
The mean elevation of Iowa is about 1,100 feet (335 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of Hawkeye Point?
On a standard day about 28.16 inHg (954 hPa), 94% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 209 °F (98 °C).