Stanwood is a city located in Cedar County, in the state of Iowa (IA), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.6 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 851 ft. With a population of approximately 680 residents, Stanwood offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.29% males and 49.71% females, and it has a population density of 62.50 people per square mile (410.23/km²). Stanwood lies at a latitude of 41.89 and a longitude of -91.15, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.7%), followed by English (8.1%), German (42.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 52337.