Iowa's 1st congressional district, Congressional district in southeastern Iowa, United States.
Iowa's 1st congressional district covers 20 counties in southeastern Iowa along the Mississippi River. The region stretches from the Illinois border inland and includes major cities like Davenport, Iowa City, and Burlington, representing rural farmland alongside urban centers.
The district was established in 1847 and has been redrawn multiple times to reflect population changes across Iowa. Boundary adjustments occurred as communities grew and shifted over more than 170 years.
The district represents diverse communities with a population mix of 83.4% White, 5.6% Hispanic, 4.5% Black, and smaller percentages of other ethnic groups.
Residents can find their congressional representative by entering their address on official government websites. Information about current office holders and their contact details is readily available online.
The 2020 election produced one of the closest congressional races in American history, with the final outcome determined by a handful of votes. This razor-thin margin drew national attention to the region's politics.
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