Matlock
A community guide to Matlock in Iowa, the United States.
- Population
- 88 residents
- Region
- Iowa
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 43.2439, -95.9353
Geography and location
Matlock sits at approximate coordinates 43.2439 latitude and -95.9353 longitude within Iowa. The terrain and natural features around Matlock reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Iowa road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Getting there
Reaching Matlock typically involves the regional road network of Iowa or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Matlock to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Iowa. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Matlock.
Economy and services
The economy of Matlock reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Iowa. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Iowa and the United States. Businesses based in Matlock draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.