Lester is a city located in Lyon 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 1.8 square miles (5.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1388 ft. With a population of approximately 251 residents, Lester offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.62% males and 55.38% females, and it has a population density of 138.67 people per square mile (53.54/km²). Lester lies at a latitude of 43.44 and a longitude of -96.33, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (0%), German (42.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 51242.