Tama 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 3.0 square miles (8.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 831 ft. With a population of approximately 2,731 residents, Tama offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.71% males and 52.29% females, and it has a population density of 904.30 people per square mile (349.15/km²). Tama lies at a latitude of 41.97 and a longitude of -92.57, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.9%), followed by English (9.7%), German (23.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 52339.