About Us

Welcome to the City of Thornton — a welcoming Iowa community of 400+ residents located just one mile west of I-35 at Exit 180, roughly halfway between Minneapolis–St. Paul and Des Moines.

 

Small town, big offerings. Our local businesses serve both residents and visitors with a great mix of amenities, including restaurants, a gas and convenience store, insurance and real estate, accounting services, and a beautifully maintained nine-hole golf course.

 

On the city side, residents enjoy a public library, a community center, two parks, and dependable fire and EMT protection — all supported by excellent city maintenance and clerical staff who keep Thornton running smoothly.

 

Take a look around our website to see everything Thornton has to offer. Whether you're stopping by for the afternoon or settling in for the long haul, we'll do all we can to make your time here enjoyable.