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Farley, Iowa

Farley is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,766 at the time of the 2020 census, up from 1,334 in 2000. Farley is the seventh-largest town in Dubuque County, recently passed by Peosta, Iowa.

Farley is home to a 3/8 mile dirt race track, 300 Raceway.

History
Farley got its start in the 1850s, following construction of the Dubuque and Sioux City Railroad through that territory. Farley was named for the superintendent of the Sioux City Railroad.

Geography
Farley is located at 42.44389°N, -91.00944°W (42.443999, -91.009385).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.85 sqmi, all land. It is crossed by U.S. Route 20 in the south.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,537 people, 575 households, and 425 families residing in the city. The population density was 830.8 PD/sqmi. There were 586 housing units at an average density of 316.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.3% White, 0.1% African American, 0.3% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 575 households, of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.4% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.1% were non-families. 22.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.15.

The median age in the city was 33.8 years. 29.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.1% were from 25 to 44; 23.7% were from 45 to 64; and 10.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,334 people, 491 households, and 365 families residing in the city. The population density was 948.8 PD/sqmi. There were 513 housing units at an average density of 364.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.88% White, 0.15% African American, 0.30% Native American, 0.45% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 0.07% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.97% of the population.

There were 491 households, out of which 39.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.5% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.25.

30.3% are under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,333, and the median income for a family was $48,854. Males had a median income of $32,328 versus $20,476 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,186. About 4.5% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.0% of those under age 18 and 5.7% of those age 65 or over.

Law and government
The mayor of Farley is Jay Hefel. In the Iowa General Assembly, Farley is represented by Senator Tod Bowman (D-Maquoketa) in the Iowa Senate, and Representative Ray Zirkelbach (D-Monticello) in the Iowa House of Representatives. At the federal level, it is within Iowa's 1st congressional district, represented by Ashley Hinson (R) in the U.S. House of Representatives. Farley, and all of Iowa, are represented by U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley (R) and Joni Ernst (R).

Education
All public school students living in Farley are zoned to schools in the Western Dubuque Community School District. Elementary school students are zoned to Drexler Elementary School (in Farley) for grades K-5. Middle school students are zoned to Drexler Middle School (also in Farley), and high school students are zoned to Western Dubuque High School, which is in nearby Epworth.

Wayne Drexler Elementary opened in 1993.

Like many other rural communities in Iowa, Farley also has a private school. Seton Catholic Elementary School- Farley is one of three buildings that comprise Seton Catholic Elementary School, and is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dubuque. For grades 1–2, students go to the building in Epworth, for grades 3–5, students attend the building in Peosta, Iowa, and for grades 6–8, students go to the building in Farley. For high school, parochial students attend Beckman High School in Dyersville, Iowa or Wahlert High School in Dubuque, Iowa.

Notable people

 * William John McGee (1853–1912) Geologist, anthropologist, and archeologist
 * Raymond Roseliep, famous poet, Catholic priest

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Graf, Iowa

Graf is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the 'Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area'. The population was 76 at the time of the 2020 census, up from 73 in 2000.

Geography
Graf is located at 42.495°N, -90.87194°W (42.494967, -90.872077).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.14 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 79 people, 29 households, and 24 families living in the city. The population density was 564.3 PD/sqmi. There were 30 housing units at an average density of 214.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 29 households, of which 44.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.3% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.2% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.72 and the average family size was 3.08.

The median age in the city was 34.7 years. 29.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31.6% were from 25 to 44; 29.1% were from 45 to 64; and 7.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 55.7% male and 44.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 73 people, 23 households, and 22 families living in the city. The population density was 521.4 PD/sqmi. There were 23 housing units at an average density of 164.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 23 households, out of which 56.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.3% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 4.3% were non-families. 4.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.17 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.1% under the age of 18, 11.0% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 6.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $56,250, and the median income for a family was $56,250. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $24,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,438. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

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Holy Cross, Iowa

Holy Cross is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 356 at the time of the 2020 census, down from 399 in 2000.

Geography
Holy Cross is located at 42.60028°N, -90.99444°W (42.600334, -90.994557).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.34 sqmi, all land.

The city is located approximately four miles east of Luxemburg and about 25 miles northwest of Dubuque.

History
Originally the community was settled by Irish and German immigrants in the early 19th century. The settlement became known as Pin Oak in 1844, the name originating from the many pin oak trees native to the area and after the rural post office located near there.

In 1855 the settlement's name changed again, to Georgetown. This name honored George Gallon, who offered to donate part of his land to build a town. In 1898 the name was once again changed to Holy Cross.

On May 17, 2004 several buildings in town were either damaged or destroyed when major storms ripped through the area. One notable casualty was the Holy Cross Catholic Church. The church suffered serious damage when part of its roof was ripped off in the storm. The interior of the church suffered water damage from the rain. Following the storm, a new roof was placed on the church building, and the interior was also repaired.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 374 people, 151 households, and 107 families residing in the city. The population density was 1100.0 PD/sqmi. There were 158 housing units at an average density of 464.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.5% White and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 151 households, of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 29.1% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 35 years. 28.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 22.7% were from 45 to 64; and 16% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 339 people, 132 households, and 97 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,191.8 PD/sqmi. There were 139 housing units at an average density of 488.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 132 households, out of which 36.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.4% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.8% were non-families. 22.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.6% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 18.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.4 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $41,136. Males had a median income of $30,694 versus $18,333 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,629. About 6.8% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.9% of those under age 18 and 17.8% of those age 65 or over.

Cemetery
The Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery is located just to the north of the Holy Cross Catholic Church. As of 2013, there were over 1700 buried in the cemetery.

Education
Residents are within the Western Dubuque Community School District. Zoned schools include Epworth Elementary School in Epworth, Drexler Middle School in Farley, and Western Dubuque High School in Epworth.

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Luxemburg, Iowa

Luxemburg is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 245 at the time of the 2020 census, down from 246 in 2000. The White Pine Hollow State Forest is located four miles to the northwest of Luxemburg.

Geography
Luxemburg is located at 42.60472°N, -91.07667°W (42.604830, -91.076542).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.46 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 240 people, 100 households, and 74 families living in the city. The population density was 521.7 PD/sqmi. There were 103 housing units at an average density of 223.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

There were 100 households, of which 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.0% were married couples living together, 2.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 44 years. 23.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23% were from 25 to 44; 28% were from 45 to 64; and 21.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.3% male and 48.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 246 people, 92 households, and 72 families living in the city. The population density was 540.2 PD/sqmi. There were 94 housing units at an average density of 206.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 92 households, out of which 31.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.7% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.7% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 18.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,833, and the median income for a family was $46,667. Males had a median income of $26,042 versus $19,643 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,314. None of the population or families were below the poverty line.

Education
Residents are within the Western Dubuque Community School District. Zoned schools include Farley Elementary School in Farley, Drexler Middle School in Farley, and Western Dubuque High School in Epworth.

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New Vienna, Iowa

New Vienna is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 382 at the time of the 2020 census, down from 400 in 2000. New Vienna is the home to the Saint Boniface Catholic Church. The city promotes itself with the slogan The eNVy of Iowa.

Geography
New Vienna is located at 42.5484°N, -91.11357°W (42.548404, -91.113568).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.44 sqmi, all land.

History
New Vienna was settled by Austrians with assistance from the Emperor of Austria. It was founded in 1843.

St. Boniface Catholic Church was established for the local families that established New Vienna. This church is notable for its late 19th century William Schuelke pipe organ. This organ is one of the few original remaining Schuelke Organs - except for an electric blower it has been basically unaltered since installation.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 407 people, 173 households, and 118 families residing in the city. The population density was 925 PD/sqmi. There were 180 housing units at an average density of 409.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.8% White, 0.2% African American, 0.7% Asian, and 0.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.2% of the population.

There were 173 households, of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.8% were non-families. 30.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 41.8 years. 23.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.5% were from 45 to 64; and 19.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 400 people, 167 households, and 122 families residing in the city. The population density was 889.1 PD/sqmi. There were 176 housing units at an average density of 391.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.25% of the population.

There were 167 households, out of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.5% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.88.

21.8% are under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 23.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,500, and the median income for a family was $46,875. Males had a median income of $31,375 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the city was $25,285. About 7.0% of families and 6.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.5% of those under age 18 and 7.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Residents are within the Western Dubuque Community School District. Zoned schools include Drexler Elementary School in Farley, Drexler Middle School in Farley, and Western Dubuque High School in Epworth.

The remaining Catholic grade school in the "Spires of Faith" Catholic church network, which operates Catholic churches in the area, is St. Francis Xavier Catholic School in Dyersville, and the secondary school is Beckman Catholic High School.

The private Catholic primary school Archbishop Hennessy Catholic School previously had a location in New Vienna. The Hennessy School had been formed by the 1987 consolidation of the St. Boniface School in New Vienna and the SS. Peter & Paul School in Petersburg. In 2013 it consolidated into the Petersburg location, and Archbishop Hennessy closed entirely in 2018.

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Peosta, Iowa

Peosta is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States, and an exurb of the city of Dubuque. It is part of the Dubuque, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,908 in the 2020 census, an increase of 193% from 651 in 2000. Peosta experienced a 70% increase in population (estimated) from 2000 to 2007, making it the state's 10th fastest-growing city during that period. Peosta is currently the sixth-largest city in Dubuque County, but it will likely soon pass Epworth (pop. 1,860) to become the fifth-largest. The community is home to the 2015 ASA D Northern Nationals Men's Slow Pitch Champions, Kass & Company, a large industrial park, the largest campus of Northeast Iowa Community College, and a handful of new commercial businesses. However, the city is increasingly becoming a bedroom community, much like nearby Asbury, made up of suburban subdivisions.

History
Peosta is named after the leader of a local Native American people that once lived in Dubuque County. Chief Peosta, of the Meskwaki people, was a close friend of Julien Dubuque, one of the first European settlers in the area. Dubuque was also the founder of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, and was allegedly married to Chief Peosta's daughter, who was reportedly named "Potosa".

For most of its history, and even as recently as 1990, Peosta was a quiet rural town of approximately 100 people. The groundwork for later growth was laid in the 1960s, when the new four-lane U.S. Route 20 opened along the city's southern edge, providing quick access to Dubuque. The city was also aided by the opening of Northeast Iowa Technical Institute (later NICC) in 1979. However, it was only when the city's industrial park began to flourish in the 1990s that the population began to soar. Peosta grew from 128 people in 1990 to over 1,300 today, and it continues to climb rapidly. This 1000% growth in 20 years has helped attract new businesses and services to Peosta as well. The city now boasts two elementary schools, its own community center, hotel, church, industrial park and expanding neighborhoods.

Law and government
Peosta has a mayor–council form of government, employing a full-time city clerk, and part-time city council (mayor and five at-large city council members). The city administrator is Annette Ernst, the city clerk is Marcie Winkelman, and the current mayor is Russell Pfab, and the council members are: Gerry Hess, John Kraft, Justin Lau, Alexis Lundgren and Brian Schatz. The city council meets at 6 P.M. on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Peosta Community Centre.

Peosta has three city departments: Public Safety (police and fire), Public Works, and Parks & Recreation. The Parks & Recreation Dept. operates the Peosta Community Centre and Peosta's city park.

In the Iowa General Assembly, Peosta is represented by Senator Carrie Koelker (R) in the Iowa Senate, and Representative Shannon Lundgren (R) in the Iowa House of Representatives. At the federal level, Peosta is located within Iowa's 1st congressional district, represented by Ashley Hinson (R) in the U.S. House of Representatives. Peosta, and all of Iowa, are represented by U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley (R) and Joni Ernst (R).

Geography
Peosta's longitude and latitude coordinates in decimal form are 42.449157, -90.846420.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.97 sqmi, all land.

Economy
Peosta is home to a large and growing industrial park. The city's manufacturing, warehousing, and shipping companies form the main part of the economy. Most of the companies in the city are relatively new, which has led to a significant number of commuters driving to Peosta's employers from Dubuque, Asbury, or Dyersville. Some of the larger employers in the city include: Berry Plastics, First Gear, Mi-T-M, Bodine Electric, and Colony Brands. Also, Northeast Iowa Community College employs hundreds of people at its Peosta Campus.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,377 people, 438 households, and 369 families residing in the city. The population density was 699.0 PD/sqmi. There were 456 housing units at an average density of 231.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White, 2.0% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.1% Asian, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 438 households, of which 61.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.9% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 15.8% were non-families. 11.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.14 and the average family size was 3.46.

The median age in the city was 30.2 years. 38.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 35.8% were from 25 to 44; 16.1% were from 45 to 64; and 4.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 651 people, 223 households, and 183 families residing in the city. The population density was 482.9 PD/sqmi. There were 223 housing units at an average density of 165.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.92% White, 0.15% African American, 0.31% Asian, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.77% of the population.

There were 223 households, out of which 49.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.3% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.5% were non-families. 14.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.24.

Age/gender spread: 34.9% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 38.2% from 25 to 44, 14.7% from 45 to 64, and 6.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $56,250, and the median income for a family was $56,797. Males had a median income of $38,500 versus $23,516 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,499. About 1.2% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.7% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Education
All public school students living in Peosta are zoned to schools in the Western Dubuque Community School District. Elementary school students are zoned to Peosta Elementary School (in Peosta) for grades K-4. Middle school students are zoned to Drexler Middle School in Farley, and high school students are zoned to Western Dubuque High School, in nearby Epworth.

Like many other rural communities in Iowa, Peosta also has a private school. Peosta is one of two buildings that comprise Seton Catholic Elementary School, and is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dubuque. For grades PreK-5, students attend the building in Peosta, and for grades 6–8, students attend the building in Farley. For high school, parochial students attend Beckman High School in Dyersville, Iowa or Wahlert High School in Dubuque, Iowa.

For higher education, Peosta benefits from a campus of Northeast Iowa Community College, which includes large nursing, welding, business, and computer programs, among other majors. Most of the students at the school transfer to other 4-year colleges, including many to the 3 small colleges in Dubuque: Clarke College, Loras College, and University of Dubuque.

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Rickardsville, Iowa

Rickardsville is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. The population was 202 at the time of the 2020 census, up from 191 in 2000.

Geography
Rickardsville is located at 42.58278°N, -90.88056°W (42.582756, -90.880499).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.90 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 182 people, 72 households, and 59 families living in the city. The population density was 202.2 PD/sqmi. There were 74 housing units at an average density of 82.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White, 1.1% African American, and 0.5% from two or more races.

There were 72 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.4% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 18.1% were non-families. 15.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 1.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the city was 39 years. 24.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 30.1% were from 45 to 64; and 15.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.8% male and 46.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 191 people, 71 households, and 58 families living in the city. The population density was 222.1 PD/sqmi. There were 71 housing units at an average density of 82.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.38% White, and 2.62% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.14% of the population.

There were 71 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.6% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.3% were non-families. 16.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.69 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 33.0% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 122.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $43,750, and the median income for a family was $49,750. Males had a median income of $40,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,768. About 3.2% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.

Education
Most residents are within the Western Dubuque Community School District. Zoned schools include Epworth Elementary School in Epworth, Drexler Middle School in Farley, and Western Dubuque High School in Epworth.

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Sageville, Iowa

Sageville is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. The population was 95 at the time of the 2020 census, down from 203 in 2000.

Geography
Sageville is located at 42.55285°N, -90.71216°W (42.552850, -90.712160).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.69 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 122 people, 55 households, and 37 families living in the city. The population density was 176.8 PD/sqmi. There were 57 housing units at an average density of 82.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.2% White and 0.8% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 55 households, of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.1% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.7% were non-families. 27.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.59.

The median age in the city was 45.7 years. 19.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.5% were from 25 to 44; 35.3% were from 45 to 64; and 16.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.3% male and 46.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 203 people, 85 households, and 54 families living in the city. The population density was 324.5 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 151.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.55% White, 0.99% African American, 0.49% Asian, 1.48% from other races, and 0.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.97% of the population.

There were 85 households, out of which 36.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were non-families. 29.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 12.8% from 18 to 24, 34.0% from 25 to 44, 15.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,167, and the median income for a family was $31,667. Males had a median income of $24,375 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,700. About 8.6% of families and 14.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 18.2% of those 65 or over.

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Sherrill, Iowa

Sherrill is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. The population was 189 at the time of the 2020 census, up from 186 in 2000.

History
Sherrill was named for two brothers, Adam and Isaac Sherrill, and was originally called Sherrill's Mound or Mount, since the city is at the base of a prominent hill. In 1856, Peter Fries, an Austrian immigrant, built a large, stone inn at the main crossroads of the city. It was popular with newlyweds, and Jesse James and his gang were reported to have stayed there before their famous raid on Northfield, Minnesota. The structure has survived and been restored as the Black Horse Inn. Large numbers of German immigrants settled in Sherrill and the surrounding rural area in the 19th century. German Catholic (SS. Peter and Paul), German Lutheran (St. Matthew), German Methodist, and German Evangelical churches were founded and remain active. Sherrill was one of ten "Beer Towns" incorporated in Dubuque County in 1933 to ensure that the city's taverns could serve beer, under a possibly mistaken interpretation of Iowa law that licenses to dispense beer could only be granted to premises inside incorporated places. Sherrill's post office was established in 1858, with Peter Fries as postmaster. Its Zip Code is 52073.

Geography
Sherrill is located at 42.60278°N, -90.78222°W (42.602857, -90.782139).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.13 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 177 people, 73 households, and 54 families living in the city. The population density was 1361.5 PD/sqmi. There were 74 housing units at an average density of 569.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 2.3% African American, and 2.8% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.8% of the population.

There were 73 households, of which 31.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.0% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.0% were non-families. 24.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 42.5 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.8% were from 25 to 44; 24.2% were from 45 to 64; and 23.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.5% male and 47.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 186 people, 70 households, and 52 families living in the city. The population density was 1,753.9 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 726.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.15% of the population.

There were 70 households, out of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.6% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.3% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.4% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 18.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $44,688. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,118. None of the families and 3.3% of the population were living below the poverty line.

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Worthington, Iowa

Worthington is a city in Dubuque County, Iowa, United States. The population was 382 at the time of the 2020 census, up from 381 in 2000. Iowa Highway 136 passes through Worthington, which is situated north of Cascade and south of Dyersville.

History
The land on which Worthington is currently located was originally purchased by David Lovelace from the United States Government. The Dubuque South-Western Railroad — the local branch of the Chicago-Milwaukee and St. Paul lines — was contracted to establish a line from Farley to Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In 1858, an Englishman named Amos Worthington came to the area to establish a general store. By November of that year, the area became an unincorporated town known as the village of Worthington. By May of the following year regular rail service was established. A plat of Worthington was established with the Dubuque county recorder in 1858.

In 1861, Worthington sold his store to a William Moore and left for Cincinnati, Ohio. Eventually this store became known as the Heffner and Lattner Store. Settlers also began arriving in the area, with a number of people setting up businesses.

Soon a Baptist church was established in Worthington, with James Hill as Pastor. In 1868 Father Kortenkamp of St. Francis parish in Dyersville decided that Worthington was large enough to merit its own Catholic parish, and St. Paul's Catholic Church was begun.

On October 1, 1892, a number of local citizens filed a petition in the District Court of Iowa in and for Dubuque County asking for Worthington to be formally incorporated as a town. On November 23, the court called for village inhabitants Peter Baum, W. Lattner, G.A. Dando, Louis Hoppleu, and Theodore Ament to act as commissioners. As commissioners they were to call for a special election of all qualified people in the proposed area to vote on the matter of being incorporated. This election was held on January 2, 1893. There were 42 votes cast — 32 were for the proposal and ten were against. On January 10, 1893, the Clerk of the District Court reported that the election was held.

The notice of the incorporation election was posted in the Dyersville Commercial for several weeks, with the last notice being published on February 17, 1893. Then on March 6, 1893, the results of the election were formally certified by the District Court Clerk — finalizing the incorporation of Worthington, Iowa. The formal date of incorporation of Worthington was set as January 10, 1893 when the special election had taken place.

Geography
Worthington is located at 42.39667°N, -91.11944°W (42.396745, -91.119529).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.39 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 401 people, 160 households, and 109 families residing in the city. The population density was 1028.2 PD/sqmi. There were 162 housing units at an average density of 415.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.5% White, 0.2% African American, and 1.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 160 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 3.05.

The median age in the city was 38.9 years. 26.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.6% were from 25 to 44; 27.9% were from 45 to 64; and 13% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 381 people, 144 households, and 112 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,228.9 PD/sqmi. There were 147 housing units at an average density of 474.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.48% White, 0.52% from other races.

There were 144 households, out of which 39.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.6% were married couples living together, 11.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.2% were non-families. 20.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 27.0% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was US$36,250, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $29,167 versus $18,846 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,119. About 4.1% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.6% of those under age 18 and 11.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Worthington is within the Western Dubuque Community School District. It is zoned to Dyersville Elementary School in Dyersville, Drexler Middle School in Farley, and Western Dubuque High School in Epworth.

St. Paul School, a Catholic school of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dubuque, started circa 1874. In 2015 it had 26 students, and closed that year.

Notables
Matt Tobin, American football offensive tackle for the New England Patriots, is from Worthington.

In Mike Mullin's 2011 novel, Ashfall, Worthington is one of the main character's stops on his journey.

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Armstrong, Iowa

Armstrong is a city in Emmet County, Iowa, United States. The population was 875 at the 2020 census. It was originally known as Armstrong Grove.

History
Armstrong got its start in 1892, after the construction of the railroad through that territory. It was named after Thomas Armstrong, who first arrived in the area near the West Fork Des Moines River to trap. He spent only one winter, as it was too harsh for him. In 1892 the first locomotive arrived in Armstrong and a year later the town of Armstrong was incorporated.

In February 2021, Armstrong's mayor, Gregory Wayne Buum; police chief, Craig Juan Merrill; city clerk, Tracie Lang; and former city clerk Connie Marie Thackery were charged with 21 felony and misdemeanor counts, including fraud, misappropriation of funds, and assault with a dangerous weapon.

Geography
Armstrong is located at 43.39583°N, -94.48083°W (43.395722, -94.480750).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 0.88 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 926 people, 403 households, and 257 families living in the city. The population density was 1052.3 PD/sqmi. There were 439 housing units at an average density of 498.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.8% White, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 403 households, of which 25.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.2% were non-families. 33.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the city was 49 years. 20.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.5% were from 25 to 44; 29% were from 45 to 64; and 25.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 979 people, 422 households, and 268 families living in the city. The population density was 1,192.7 PD/sqmi. There were 456 housing units at an average density of 555.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.88% White, 0.20% African American, 0.41% Native American, 0.10% Asian, 0.10% from other races, and 0.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.31% of the population.

There were 422 households, out of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.9% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.3% were non-families. 33.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.83.

20.6% are under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 26.4% from 45 to 64, and 25.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,446, and the median income for a family was $45,563. Males had a median income of $31,210 versus $19,732 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,221. About 3.0% of families and 8.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under age 18 and 16.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
North Union Community School District operates public schools. It was established on July 1, 2014, by the merger of Armstrong–Ringsted Community School District and Sentral Community School District. The former formed on July 1, 1979, with the merger of the Armstrong and Ringsted school districts.

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Dolliver, Iowa

Dolliver is a city in Emmet County, Iowa, United States. The population was 65 at the 2020 census.

History
Dolliver got its start in the year 1899, following the construction of the Chicago and North Western Railway through that territory. It is named for United States Senator Jonathan P. Dolliver. The railroad line on which the town was established was shut down in the early 1970s.

Geography
Dolliver is located at 43.46472°N, -94.615°W (43.464821, -94.614877).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.36 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 66 people, 34 households, and 18 families living in the city. The population density was 183.3 PD/sqmi. There were 42 housing units at an average density of 116.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 34 households, of which 17.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.2% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.1% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.94 and the average family size was 2.44.

The median age in the city was 52 years. 12.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.3% were from 25 to 44; 35% were from 45 to 64; and 28.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.0% male and 47.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 77 people, 38 households, and 19 families living in the city. The population density was 210.9 PD/sqmi. There were 46 housing units at an average density of 126.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.70% White and 1.30% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.90% of the population.

There were 38 households, out of which 10.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, and 47.4% were non-families. 39.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 28.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.03 and the average family size was 2.70.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 13.0% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 29.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,036, and the median income for a family was $34,375. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $21,944 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,387. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

Education
Estherville–Lincoln Central Community School District operates area public schools. It was established on July 1, 1997, by the merger of the Estherville and Lincoln Central school districts.

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Estherville, Iowa

Estherville is a city in Emmet County, Iowa, United States. The population was 5,904 in the 2020 census, a decline from 6,656 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Emmet County.

History
Emmet County was initially created by an act of the Iowa Legislature in 1851. The area that is now Estherville witnessed the arrival of its first settlers around 1856 and into 1857. The city was selected as the county seat in 1859, and was eventually incorporated in 1881.

Estherville was named after Esther A. Ridley, one of the first white female settlers in the area. Many of Estherville's current residents are the descendants of the original Scandinavian, German and Irish immigrants that arrived in the community in the 1870s.

A large meteor impacted near Estherville on May 10, 1879. A report shared with the Royal Astronomical Society (UK) indicated that one fragment weighed about 500 lbs. A smaller fragment was found that weighed 170 lbs. The University of Minnesota acquired several pieces for examination.

Features and attractions
The Regional Wellness Center was a joint project of Estherville Lincoln Central Community School District and the National Guard. Beyond standard gym equipment, the facility boasts an indoor track, pools with slides, and multiple group fitness classes.

Estherville is home to a renovated Carnegie Library. Its services include free public wireless internet.

The intersection of Iowa Highways 4 and 9 features a statue of the Estherville meteorite breaking up in flight.

Fort Defiance State Park offers a variety of hiking and horseback trails, a campsite and outdoor meeting areas. The park was named after a military fort constructed in Estherville in 1863 in response to the Dakota War of 1862.

After the 1862 conflict began, the Iowa Legislature authorized “not less than 500 mounted men from the frontier counties at the earliest possible moment, and to be stationed where most needed”, this number was soon reduced. No fighting took place in Iowa, the Dakota uprising led to the rapid expulsion of the few unassimilated Native Americans left there. Today Fort Defiance State Park covers 191 acres and is governed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The park is home to numerous Whitetail Deer.

Geography
Estherville's longitude and latitude coordinates in decimal form are 43.404375, −94.833592.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.32 sqmi, all land.

Estherville is near Okoboji and Spirit Lake.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Estherville has a hot-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 6,360 people, 2,607 households, and 1,546 families residing in the city. The population density was 1195.5 PD/sqmi. There were 2,892 housing units at an average density of 543.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.6% White, 0.8% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 5.4% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.0% of the population.

There were 2,607 households, of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.7% were non-families. 35.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 37.2 years. 23.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 23.9% were from 45 to 64; and 18% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,279, and the median income for a family was $41,042. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,441 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,488. About 5.0% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.4% of those under age 18 and 9.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Estherville–Lincoln Central Community School District operates area public schools. It was established on July 1, 1997, by the merger of the Estherville and Lincoln Central school districts. The district opened the 2016–17 school year with the elementary, middle, and high schools on a single campus. This is the final stage of a plan which has seen the construction of new elementary and middle school buildings as well as renovation of the high school.

Estherville is home to the main campus of Iowa Lakes Community College.

Sports
Estherville was home to minor league baseball in 1912. The Estherville team won the Championship in the 1912 Iowa State League, an Independent level league. The team was managed by Harry Welch.

Local media
The area is served by the Estherville Daily News, both in print and online. Two local radio stations serve the region, KILR and KILR-FM. Estherville and Emmet County are located in the Sioux City television market.

Meteorite

On May 10, 1879, a 455-pound meteorite fell to earth in Emmet County a few miles north of Estherville, and has become known as the Estherville Meteorite. When it struck it buried itself 15 feet in the ground. It is made of mesosiderite. Portions of the meteorite are on display in the Estherville Public Library, the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, the Museum Reich der Kristalle in Munich, Germany and the Natural History Museum, Vienna, Austria.

Notable people

 * William M. McFarland (1848–1905), McFarland started the Brooklyn Chronicle newspaper in Brooklyn, Iowa, and then the Estherville Vindicator newspaper in Estherville. While living in Estherville, McFarland served in the Iowa House of Representatives from 1888 to 1892 and was a Republican. He then served as Iowa Secretary of State from 1891 to 1897.
 * Benjamin Adam "BJ" Sifrit (born 1977), gained notoriety in 2002 for the murders of Joshua Ford and Martha Crutchley.
 * Sherie Scheer (born 1940), photographer Born in Estherville, Iowa.
 * Frank P. Woods (1868–1944), five-term US Representative from 1909 to 1919
 * Robert Hansen (1939–2014), Serial Killer. Between 1971 and 1983, Hansen abducted, raped, and murdered at least 17 women in and around Anchorage, Alaska. He was arrested and convicted in 1983 and sentenced to 461 years in prison.

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Gruver, Iowa

Gruver is a city in Emmet County, Iowa, United States. The population was 63 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Gruver was laid out in 1899. The town was called Luzon until 1900, when it the name was changed to Gruver.

Geography
Gruver is located at 43.39306°N, -94.70472°W (43.393113, -94.704719).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.13 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 94 people, 38 households, and 24 families living in the city. The population density was 723.1 PD/sqmi. There were 40 housing units at an average density of 307.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.9% White and 2.1% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 38 households, of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.8% were non-families. 31.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 32.5 years. 28.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 11.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17% were from 25 to 44; 27.6% were from 45 to 64; and 14.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 55.3% male and 44.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 106 people, 42 households, and 33 families living in the city. The population density was 830.1 PD/sqmi. There were 44 housing units at an average density of 344.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.83% of the population.

There were 42 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.0% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.4% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 2.76.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 29.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $37,813. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,766. There were no families and 2.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 16.7% of those over 64.

Education
Estherville–Lincoln Central Community School District operates area public schools. It was established on July 1, 1997, by the merger of the Estherville and Lincoln Central school districts.

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Ringsted, Iowa

Ringsted is a city in Emmet County, Iowa, United States. At the 2020 census, the population was 365.

History
Ringsted was platted in 1899. It was named after Ringsted, Denmark, the native home of an early settler.

Geography
Ringsted is located at 43.295°N, -94.50889°W (43.294961, -94.509027).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.08 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 422 people, 193 households, and 113 families residing in the city. The population density was 390.7 PD/sqmi. There were 221 housing units at an average density of 204.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.9% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 193 households, of which 24.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.1% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.5% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 43.3 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 27.7% were from 45 to 64; and 20.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.4% male and 53.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 436 people, 208 households, and 120 families residing in the city. The population density was 404.4 PD/sqmi. There were 235 housing units at an average density of 218.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.31% White, 0.23% Asian, and 0.46% from two or more races.

There were 208 households, out of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.3% were non-families. 40.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 21.8% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 25.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,286, and the median income for a family was $36,875. Males had a median income of $23,958 versus $17,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,375. About 7.3% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.4% of those under age 18 and 1.8% of those age 65 or over.

Danish-Lutherans
Ringsted is known for its Danish-American and Lutheran population. The St. Ansgar Danish Lutheran Church was organized by the city's original founders in 1882. In 1894, due to a theological debate about the word of God and activities such as dancing, the Danish Lutheran community was divided into two groups nicknamed "Happy Danes" and "Sad Danes". A folk dance troupe called "The Happy Dancing Danes" gained local popularity in the 1940s, given this name because "Happy Danes" did not believe dancing was sinful. The congregations were reunited in 2007.

Education
North Union Community School District operates public schools. It was established on July 1, 2014, by the merger of the Armstrong–Ringsted Community School District and the Sentral Community School District. The latter formed on July 1, 1979, with the merger of the Armstrong and Ringsted school districts.

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Wallingford, Iowa

Wallingford is a city in Emmet County, Iowa, United States. The population was 197 at the 2010 census.

History
Wallingford was platted in 1882.

Geography
Wallingford is located at 43.31917°N, -94.79333°W (43.319163, -94.793331).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.97 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 197 people, 79 households, and 54 families living in the city. The population density was 203.1 PD/sqmi. There were 87 housing units at an average density of 89.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.5% White and 0.5% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 79 households, of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.6% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 35.9 years. 26.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.4% were from 25 to 44; 25.9% were from 45 to 64; and 13.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 210 people, 78 households, and 54 families living in the city. The population density was 215.4 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 90.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.19% White, 2.86% Native American, 0.95% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.71% of the population.

There were 78 households, out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.1% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.69 and the average family size was 3.27.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,500, and the median income for a family was $44,375. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,137. About 4.9% of families and 9.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 17.4% of those 65 or over.

Education
Estherville–Lincoln Central Community School District operates area public schools. It was established on July 1, 1997, by the merger of the Estherville and Lincoln Central school districts.

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Arlington, Iowa

Arlington is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. The population was 419 in the 2020 census, a decline from the 490 population in the 2000 census.

History
Arlington was originally called Brush Creek. The community was first settled in 1854.

Geography
Arlington is located at 42.74806°N, -91.67167°W (42.748095, -91.671545) just north of the headwaters of the Maquoketa River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.05 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 429 people, 191 households, and 122 families living in the city. The population density was 408.6 PD/sqmi. There were 212 housing units at an average density of 201.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.8% White, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 0.2% from two or more races.

There were 191 households, of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.8% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.1% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 45.5 years. 20% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.6% were from 25 to 44; 32.2% were from 45 to 64; and 18.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 490 people, 212 households, and 140 families living in the city. The population density was 467.4 PD/sqmi. There were 230 housing units at an average density of 219.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.39% White, 0.41% Native American and 0.20% Asian.

There were 212 households, out of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.5% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 83.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,357, and the median income for a family was $37,083. Males had a median income of $25,938 versus $17,031 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,643. About 11.9% of families and 14.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.6% of those under age 18 and 12.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Arlington is served by Starmont Community School District that includes a high school, middle school and elementary school.

Transportation
Arlington is located on Iowa Highway 187.

Notable people

 * Percy R. Kelly (1870–1949) 26th Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court
 * Brian Schoenjahn, Iowa State Senator from the 12th District
 * William Henry Thompson (1853–1937) United States Senator for the state of Nebraska

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Clermont, Iowa

Clermont is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. The population was 586 at the 2020 census. Clermont is home to Montauk, the mansion of former Iowa governor William Larrabee, along with much historic architecture. Scenes for the movie The Straight Story were filmed here.

Geography
Clermont is located at 42.99944°N, -91.65472°W (42.999339, -91.654699) on the Turkey River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.23 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 632 people, 276 households, and 184 families living in the city. The population density was 513.8 PD/sqmi. There were 310 housing units at an average density of 252.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.3% White, 1.1% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 276 households, of which 25.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.3% were non-families. 27.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.76.

The median age in the city was 45.8 years. 22% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.1% were from 25 to 44; 29.9% were from 45 to 64; and 21.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 716 people, 293 households, and 193 families living in the city. The population density was 653.9 PD/sqmi. There were 333 housing units at an average density of 304.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.35% White, 0.42% from other races, and 2.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.35% of the population.

There were 293 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.3% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.8% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.6% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,712, and the median income for a family was $39,792. Males had a median income of $27,250 versus $18,563 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,276. About 4.8% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under age 18 and 9.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education

It is a part of the North Fayette Valley Community School District. It was previously a part of the Valley Community School District, which merged into the North Fayette Valley district on July 1, 2018.

Clermont previously had a school building, the former Clermont Public School, built circa 1913, which closed in 1990. Now named the Larrabee Building, it houses administrative offices of the city government and a library. Jason Clayworth and Charles Litchfield of the Des Moines Register described it as "richly decorated in marble".

Notable people

 * Anna Matilda Larrabee (1842-1931), social leader; wife of William Larrabee; First Lady of Iowa
 * George Botsford, American ragtime composer
 * David B. Henderson, former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives
 * William Larrabee, former governor of Iowa
 * Don Strauch, Arizona mayor and state legislator

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Elgin, Iowa

Elgin is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. The population was 685 at the time of the 2020 census.

Geography
Elgin is located at 42.95583°N, -91.63639°W (42.955965, -91.636394) at the confluence of Otter Creek with the Turkey River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.66 sqmi, all land.

Elgin and the neighboring towns of Clermont and Wadena made up the Valley Community School district. Due to diminishing class sizes and less aid from the state of Iowa, Valley combined services in 2013 with the nearby North Fayette School district, which comprises the towns of West Union, Hawkeye and Fayette and the combined district is now called North Fayette Valley, with the middle school being in Elgin and the high school located in West Union. The school's mascot is now called the Tigerhawks (from a combination of the two schools' mascots, the Tigers and the Hawks, respectively).

History
The area had previously been the home of Sioux and Winnebago Indians. After the 1846 Winnebago Treaty, Indians were forcibly removed from the area by the US military and moved to Minnesota. In the summer of 1848, a flood of white settlers arrived. Matthew Conner built a log cabin and general store and the settlement was first called "Shin Bone Valley." Surveyor M. V. Burdick renamed the town "Elgin" in 1851 in honor of his hometown, Elgin, Illinois. Benjamin Dimond became the postmaster at Elgin in 1852, the Burlington, Cedar Rapids and Minnesota Railway came through in 1872, and the Elgin Times newspaper was established in 1875. The town subsequently became a major destination for Swiss immigrants.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 683 people, 318 households, and 191 families living in the city. The population density was 1034.8 PD/sqmi. There were 343 housing units at an average density of 519.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.8% White, 0.1% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.1% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 318 households, of which 25.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.1% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.9% were non-families. 36.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.75.

The median age in the city was 43.8 years. 23.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.7% were from 25 to 44; 25.3% were from 45 to 64; and 23.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 676 people, 327 households, and 182 families living in the city. The population density was 1,011.3 PD/sqmi. There were 349 housing units at an average density of 522.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.85% White, 0.15% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.30% of the population.

There were 327 households, out of which 22.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.3% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.3% were non-families. 37.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.07 and the average family size was 2.70.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.7% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 23.1% from 25 to 44, 19.7% from 45 to 64, and 29.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,833, and the median income for a family was $38,571. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $21,979 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,225. About 6.9% of families and 7.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.0% of those under age 18 and 17.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Elgin is a part of the North Fayette Valley Community School District. It was previously a part of the Valley Community School District, which merged into the North Fayette Valley district on July 1, 2018.

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Fayette, Iowa

Fayette is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 1,256. It was named after the Marquis de la Fayette, French hero of the American Revolutionary War. Fayette is the home of Upper Iowa University, a small private college. The Volga River State Recreation Area is located just north of Fayette, and many other parks and natural areas are nearby.

William B. Dohrmann was the mayor for 24 years and ended his term in 2013.

Geography
Fayette is located on the Volga River. It is located just a few miles south of Volga River State Recreation Area.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.48 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,338 people, 434 households, and 185 families living in the city. The population density was 904.1 PD/sqmi. There were 485 housing units at an average density of 327.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.6% White, 6.7% African American, 1.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.0% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.8% of the population.

There were 434 households, of which 20.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 34.8% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 57.4% were non-families. 37.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 22.3 years. 11.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 45.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 12.7% were from 25 to 44; 16% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.9% male and 48.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,300 people, 399 households, and 233 families living in the city. The population density was 870.9 PD/sqmi. There were 446 housing units at an average density of 298.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.54% White, 5.15% African American, 0.38% Native American, 2.54% Asian, 0.15% Pacific Islander, 1.38% from other races, and 1.85% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.23% of the population.

There were 399 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.6% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.6% were non-families. 35.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 3.05.

18.5% are under the age of 18, 37.0% from 18 to 24, 18.6% from 25 to 44, 14.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 23 years. For every 100 females, there were 124.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $19,135 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,131. About 13.2% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.0% of those under age 18 and 13.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Fayette is a part of the North Fayette Valley Community School District. It was previously a part of the Fayette Community School District, which merged into the North Fayette Community School District on July 1, 1984. That one in turn merged into the North Fayette Valley district on July 1, 2018.

Notable people

 * Patrick Murphy, head softball coach at Alabama (1999–present)
 * Minnie Bronson, anti-suffragist and General Secretary of the National Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage

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Hawkeye, Iowa

Hawkeye is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. The population was 438 at the time of the 2020 census.

Geography
Hawkeye is located at 42.93806°N, -91.95111°W (42.938020, -91.951029).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.67 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
The 2020 United States census counted 438 people, 181 households, and 116 families in Hawkeye. The population density was 651.8 per square mile (251.7/km$2$). There were 220 housing units at an average density of 327.4 per square mile (126.4/km$2$). The racial makeup was 92.92% (407) white or European American (92.69% non-Hispanic white), 0.0% (0) black or African-American, 0.0% (0) Native American or Alaska Native, 0.0% (0) Asian, 0.0% (0) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.14% (5) from other races, and 5.94% (26) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 1.83% (8) of the population.

Of the 181 households, 22.7% had children under the age of 18; 48.6% were married couples living together; 23.8% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 28.7% of households consisted of individuals and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.4 and the average family size was 3.2. The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 9.1% of the population.

21.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 22.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.8 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 95.5 males.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $43,333 (with a margin of error of +/- $15,357) and the median family income was $58,125 (+/- $20,618). Males had a median income of $29,410 (+/- $4,737) versus $22,344 (+/- $6,115) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $28,581 (+/- $1,981). Approximately, 6.2% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.3% of those under the age of 18 and 7.1% of those ages 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 449 people, 201 households, and 123 families residing in the city. The population density was 670.1 PD/sqmi. There were 227 housing units at an average density of 338.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.1% White, 0.7% African American, and 0.2% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.2% of the population.

There were 201 households, of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.3% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.8% were non-families. 36.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 43.8 years. 20.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.9% were from 25 to 44; 27.6% were from 45 to 64; and 20.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,333, and the median income for a family was $38,438. Males had a median income of $25,781 versus $20,781 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,319. About 6.0% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.7% of those under age 18 and 15.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Hawkeye is a part of the North Fayette Valley Community School District. It was previously a part of the North Fayette Community School District, which merged into the North Fayette Valley district on July 1, 2018.

Windfarm
Located primarily between Hawkeye and Richfield, a 36 megawatt (MW) windfarm was constructed in 2012. The Hawkeye windfarm is owned by RPM Access and consists of 15 Nordex 2.5 MW turbines mounted on 100 m tall towers. Central Iowa Power Cooperative is purchasing the power generated by the project under a long-term power purchase agreement and is distributing the power to its member cooperatives. The Hawkeye wind project hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 8, 2012. The keynote speaker and guest of honor was Senator Chuck Grassley. See Video of Chuck Grassley

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Maynard, Iowa

Maynard is a city in Fayette County, Iowa, United States. The population was 476 at the time of the 2020 census.

Geography
Maynard is located at 42.77444°N, -91.87833°W (42.774493, -91.878293) on the Little Volga River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.02 sqmi, of which 0.99 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 518 people, 228 households, and 141 families living in the city. The population density was 523.2 PD/sqmi. There were 239 housing units at an average density of 241.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.6% White, 0.2% African American, 0.8% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.5% of the population.

There were 228 households, of which 29.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.2% were non-families. 31.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.82.

The median age in the city was 42.8 years. 24.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.1% were from 25 to 44; 29.1% were from 45 to 64; and 17.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 500 people, 222 households, and 138 families living in the city. The population density was 504.2 PD/sqmi. There were 238 housing units at an average density of 240.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.20% of the population.

There were 222 households, out of which 29.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.4% were non-families. 34.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 22.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,639, and the median income for a family was $40,833. Males had a median income of $28,929 versus $26,667 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,779. About 4.4% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.5% of those under age 18 and 9.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Maynard is home to the West Central Community School District, which operates local public schools and competes in the Upper Iowa Conference for athletics.

title: Maynard, Iowa