Charles City is a city located in Floyd County, Iowa, in the United States. It serves as the county seat for the region and had a recorded population of 7,396 during the 2020 census.
The city functions as a significant commercial, industrial, and transportation hub for its surrounding area. Its location is characterized by the convergence of U.S. Routes 18 and 218, along with Iowa Highway 14. The nearest major population centers include Mason City, Waterloo-Cedar Falls, and Des Moines, which is situated approximately 150 miles to the southwest.