Grundy County

Grundy County is an administrative division in central Iowa spanning around 500 square miles. The region consists primarily of farmland, several small towns, and roadways that connect these communities.

The county was established in 1851 and named after Felix Grundy, who served as Attorney General under President James K. Polk. This practice of naming new administrative divisions after prominent political figures was common during westward expansion.

Farming shapes daily life in this area, where agricultural work and rural villages define the character of the community. This countryside lifestyle is visible everywhere, from the fields to the small towns that serve as gathering places for residents.

Government services are available at the county seat in Grundy Center, where residents can access records and official documents. Communities throughout the area are connected by a network of roads, making travel between towns straightforward.

The area has maintained a strong agricultural identity since its founding in the 19th century, which continues to shape its economy and community life today. Farming remains a defining feature that connects residents to the land and to each other.

Location: Iowa

Inception: 1851

Capital city: Grundy Center

Shares border with: Butler County, Marshall County, Tama County, Franklin County, Hardin County, Black Hawk County

Website: http://grundycounty.org

GPS coordinates: 42.40167,-92.78750

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:57