Welcome to the City of Walford, Iowa
A vibrant community where small-town character meets modern opportunity.
Conveniently located just minutes from Cedar Rapids and a short drive from Iowa City, Walford offers visitors the perfect blend of peaceful rural character and easy access to some of eastern Iowa’s most vibrant destinations. Whether you're heading to cultural events, dining, shopping, or University of Iowa activities, everything is within reach while you enjoy the quiet comfort of a close-knit community.
Walford’s roots date back to 1884, when the community was first established—then known as Terry—along the expanding Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad. Just a few years later, the town was renamed Walford to avoid confusion with another Iowa community. This strong railroad heritage helped shape the town’s early growth and laid the foundation for the close-knit community that exists today.
The people of Walford reflect a strong, family-oriented community. The median age of residents is around 37–38 years, with a healthy mix of young families, working professionals, and retirees. Nearly one-third of the population is under age 25, while about half falls within prime working years (ages 30–64).
Fast Facts:
Population: 1,463
Population Density: 1,313.0/sq mi
Median Household Income: $116,477
Median House Price: $250,000
Land Area: 1.11 sq mi
Water Area: 0.00 sq mi
State: Iowa
Area: Cedar Rapids, Iowa
County: Benton County / Linn County
Zip code: 52351
Area Code: 319
* Based on the U.S. 2020 Data
Walford is also known for its high quality of life and economic strength. The median household income is approximately $116,000, significantly above national averages, and fewer than 2% of residents live below the poverty line.
Walford is part of the College Community School District (often called Cedar Rapids Prairie or simply Prairie Schools) is a public school district in east-central Iowa, serving communities in the Cedar Rapids–Iowa City corridor. College Community School District is a mid-sized, community-focused district with a unique centralized campus and strong emphasis on career readiness and personalized learning. College Community School District stands out for graduation rates, diversity, and real-world learning opportunities.
Homeownership and family life are central to the community, with a high percentage of married households and many families raising children in the area.
In addition, Walford maintains a safe, stable, and engaged population. The community is predominantly residential, with a strong sense of civic pride and neighborly connection that makes it an ideal place to live, work, and grow.
Smart Rural Community
Today, Walford blends its rich history with forward-thinking progress. As a designated Smart Rural Community, the city offers advanced fiber-optic connectivity, supporting both residents and businesses with high-speed internet and modern infrastructure.
South Slope has deployed fiber optic technology throughout Walford town, and rural, allowing residents up to 220 Mbps and businesses up to 1 GB of high speed internet service. The Smart Rural Community initiative fosters the development of smart communities, like Walford, throughout rural America by encouraging innovative implementation of broadband solutions. To learn more about fiber optics contact South Slope at 319-626-2211 or info@southslope.com.
