Fostoria is a city located in Clay 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 0.5 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1462 ft. With a population of approximately 230 residents, Fostoria offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50% males and 50% females, and it has a population density of 479.17 people per square mile (185.01/km²). Fostoria lies at a latitude of 43.24 and a longitude of -95.16, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.2%), followed by English (3.9%), German (54.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code N/A.