Panama city, Iowa
Official LSAD Designation: Panama city • Census GEOID: 1961275
• Shelby County
Panama city is an incorporated city in Shelby County, Iowa. According to official records from the Census (2025), Panama city had an estimated population of 231 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Panama city (GEOID 1961275).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Panama
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor City Of Panama, Iowa
Address:
PO BOX 10, PANAMA IA 51562-0010
County Of Shelby
County
Official Title:
Assistant To County Auditor
Address:
612 COURT ST, HARLAN IA 51537-1464
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $63,125 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $142,200 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 0.29 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).