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Economic Overview
The 712 area code region is primarily rural and agricultural, with farming (corn, soybeans, livestock) as the economic backbone. Major employers include food processing companies, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and manufacturing plants. Key industries also include renewable energy (wind farms), transportation, and retail trade.
Geographical Overview
Area code 712 covers the western third of Iowa, including cities such as Sioux City, Council Bluffs, Spencer, Storm Lake, Denison, Carroll, and Le Mars. It spans numerous counties, including Woodbury, Pottawattamie, Plymouth, Sioux, and Buena Vista. The region is characterized by rolling prairies, river valleys, and small towns.
Location Info
Area code 712 serves western Iowa from the Missouri River on the west (bordering Nebraska and South Dakota) eastward to roughly the western edge of Fort Dodge and north-south from the Minnesota border to the Missouri border. Major population centers include Sioux City and Council Bluffs, while rural coverage extends to dozens of small communities and unincorporated areas.
Population Demographics
The 712 area code region has a predominantly White population, with growing Hispanic and immigrant communities in urban centers. The area has a mix of young families and an aging population, with many small towns experiencing population decline, while cities like Sioux City and Council Bluffs are more stable or growing.
Time Zone Info
Area code 712 is entirely within the Central Time Zone (CT).
Other Area Code Details
Created in 1947 as one of the original North American area codes, 712 remains one of the few Iowa area codes that has never been split or overlaid. The region includes notable attractions such as the Loess Hills, the annual Tulip Festival in Orange City, and the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center in Sioux City.
