Preston is a city in Jackson County, Iowa, United States. The population was 949 at the time of the 2020 census.
History
Preston got its start in the year 1870, following construction of the railroad through that territory.
Preston is named for one of its founders, I. M. Preston. Those present at the time of the town's platting were allowed to name Preston's streets after themselves.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land.