Gladbrook is a city located in Tama 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 0.7 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 970 ft. With a population of approximately 1,015 residents, Gladbrook offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 44.24% males and 55.76% females, and it has a population density of 450.00 people per square mile (559.85/km²). Gladbrook lies at a latitude of 42.18 and a longitude of -92.71, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (3.2%), followed by English (7.2%), German (46.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 50635.