Hancock County, Administrative county in northern Iowa, United States
Hancock County extends across 573 square miles of terrain, with 571 square miles of land and 2 square miles of water surfaces.
The county was established on January 15, 1851, and received its name from John Hancock, a leader of the Continental Congress during the American Revolution.
The county seat of Garner maintains essential administrative functions, while other communities like Britt, Corwith, and Crystal Lake contribute to local development.
The county assessor's office at 855 State Street in Garner provides residents with property assessment services and tax-related assistance throughout the year.
The population decreased by 7.94 percent between 2010 and 2020, reflecting demographic changes in this northern Iowa region.
Location: Iowa
Inception: January 15, 1851
Capital city: Garner
Shares border with: Winnebago County, Wright County, Kossuth County, Humboldt County, Worth County, Cerro Gordo County, Franklin County
Website: http://hancockcountyia.org
GPS coordinates: 43.08333,-93.73639
Latest update: March 4, 2025 14:20
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