Mapped: Catholicism
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Roughly 15% of Iowans identify as Catholic, according to Pew Research — a relatively small but significant share of the state's religious landscape.
Why it matters: The death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday is resonating among Iowa's Catholic communities, many of which admired his focus on climate change, poverty and inclusion.
Zoom in: Among Iowa adults, 62% identify as Christians, with evangelical and mainline protestants making up the most significant percentages, 21% and 25%, respectively.
- About 5% identify with other religions, per Pew.
The big picture: Catholics constitute approximately 19% of the U.S. population, a figure that has declined in recent years.
What's next: Local parishes are planning memorial Masses this week as the Vatican begins funeral preparations.