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Dubuque
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Latitude: 42.46445 to 42.55752
Longitude: -90.66768 to -90.7508
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Area code(s): 319, 563
Zip Code(s): 52001, 52002, 52003, 52004, 52099
Population: 57,686
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Dubuque
Founded in 1833, Dubuque is the oldest city in Iowa. A port on the upper Mississippi River, it is situated along scenic bluffs facing the river, and has its roots in a mining and trading settlement established in the area by Quebec-born entrepreneur Julien Dubuque in 1788. The city's population is 57,686 (2000 Census). Dubuque grew rapidly during the 19th century, due to its lead-mining, lumber-milling, brewing, metal-working, and river-trade-related industries. It was Iowa's largest city for most More...