Peosta, IA
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- 1,057 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Located just fifteen minutes west of Dubuque along Highway 20, Peosta is a welcoming community of around 2,000 residents in eastern Iowa. The area has grown steadily over the past few decades, blending quiet residential neighborhoods with surrounding farmland and a solid local job base. It is home to a thriving business park as well as Northeast Iowa Community College's main campus, which brings a good mix of students, workforce training, and steady activity to town.
Families appreciate the strong Western Dubuque School District, with Peosta Elementary and Western Dubuque High School conveniently close by. Everyday life centers on neighborhood parks, the Peosta Community Centre, and recreation around Thunder Hills. Commuting is quick and straightforward thanks to Highway 20, putting Dubuque's major medical centers, shopping, and riverfront dining only a short drive away.
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