Counts come from the current ATF Federal Firearms Licensee list for Cresco, Iowa; ratings, hours and range information come from each business's public listing where available.

Transfers and selling in Cresco

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Cresco have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 5 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee. See transfer dealers in Cresco →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Decorah11 dealers · 18 mi
Osage14 dealers · 34 mi
Mason City16 dealers · 55 mi
Cedar Falls16 dealers · 60 mi
Waterloo15 dealers · 61 mi

Buying a gun in Iowa

Iowa follows the federal baseline: a licensed dealer runs the NICS background check on ATF Form 4473 and there is no state waiting period or purchase permit for most buyers.

State-by-state purchase rules →

Gun stores in Cresco: common questions

How many gun stores are in Cresco, IA?

Cresco has 7 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 5 Type 01 retail dealers, 2 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers, including 1 SOT dealer that can handle NFA items.

Can I have a gun shipped to an FFL in Cresco?

Yes. 2 dealers in Cresco have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 5 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee. The receiving dealer completes the Form 4473 and background check before you take possession.

What larger cities near Cresco have more gun stores?

Decorah (11 dealers, about 18 miles away) and Osage (14), Mason City (16) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.