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Oxford, Iowa

Oxford is a city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 722 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Oxford was platted in 1868. It is named from Oxford Township, which takes its name from Oxford, New York.

Geography
Oxford is located at 41.72278°N, -91.78972°W (41.722645, -91.789841).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.91 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 807 people, 336 households, and 216 families living in the city. The population density was 886.8 PD/sqmi. There were 350 housing units at an average density of 384.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.9% White, 3.3% African American, 1.5% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 336 households, of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.5% were married couples living together, 14.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.7% were non-families. 30.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% 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 2.99.

The median age in the city was 35.5 years. 28.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.2% were from 25 to 44; 26.4% were from 45 to 64; and 11.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 705 people, 279 households, and 189 families living in the city. The population density was 1,346.3 PD/sqmi. There were 286 housing units at an average density of 546.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.44% White, 0.14% Native American, 0.71% Asian, and 0.71% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.14% of the population.

There were 279 households, out of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.9% were non-families. 28.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% 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 3.09.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.8% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 30.9% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,292, and the median income for a family was $48,750. Males had a median income of $31,029 versus $27,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,335. About 3.2% of families and 3.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 5.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Clear Creek–Amana Community School District operates public schools serving the community. Clear Creek Elementary School is in Oxford, and Clear Creek–Amana Middle School and Clear Creek–Amana High School are in Tiffin.

The Oxford Project
The Oxford Project is a book capturing the stories of 100 Oxford residents, along with photographs of them taken 20 years apart. Photographer Peter Feldstein (himself an Oxford resident) took photographs of all but three of his neighbors during 1984. In 2005 and 2006, he returned with writer Stephen G. Bloom to take updated photos and interview as many of those original residents as possible.

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Shueyville, Iowa

Shueyville is a city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 731 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Shueyville was founded in 1855 by Jacob Shuey, who emigrated from Augusta County, Virginia. The initial population of the town was Shuey and his extended family. Shuey also donated the land on which was built Western College, which later became Leander Clark College.

Geography
Shueyville is located at 41.84806°N, -91.64861°W (41.848155, -91.648679).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.79 sqmi, all land.

Notable people

 * Jeff Cooling (born 1987), member of the Iowa House of Representatives
 * Scott Schebler, major league baseball player
 * Robin Lord Taylor, film and television actor
 * Hailey Whitters, Country music singer
 * Benny Johnson (columnist), columnist

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 577 people, 204 households, and 173 families living in the city. The population density was 322.3 PD/sqmi. There were 210 housing units at an average density of 117.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.1% White, 0.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 1.4% Asian, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 204 households, of which 42.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.9% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 15.2% were non-families. 10.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 1.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.06.

The median age in the city was 40.6 years. 28.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.8% were from 25 to 44; 36.6% were from 45 to 64; and 5.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.7% male and 52.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 250 people, 95 households, and 70 families living in the city. The population density was 167.6 PD/sqmi. There were 97 housing units at an average density of 65.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.20% White, 0.40% Asian, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.40% of the population.

There were 95 households, out of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.4% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.3% were non-families. 22.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.07.

26.8% are under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 33.2% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $61,875, and the median income for a family was $66,875. Males had a median income of $41,364 versus $26,136 for females. The per capita income for the city was $24,690. None of the families and 1.8% of the population were living below the poverty line.

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Solon, Iowa

Solon is a city located in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. Part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area, it is located a few miles from Lake MacBride State Park and the larger cities of Coralville and Iowa City. The population was 3,018 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Solon was platted in 1840. It is named for the classical Athenian statesman, lawmaker, and lyric poet Solon. Ironically, the local high school's mascot is the Spartans; Sparta was famously an enemy of Athens, Solon's home. The National Register of Historic Places-listed Stone Academy is just north of town.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.39 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,037 people, 759 households, and 528 families living in the city. The population density was 1465.5 PD/sqmi. There were 832 housing units at an average density of 598.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.8% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 759 households, of which 46.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.5% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.4% were non-families. 26.4% 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 2.60 and the average family size was 3.17.

The median age in the city was 35.4 years. 32.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29% were from 25 to 44; 20.9% were from 45 to 64; and 13.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,177 people, 457 households, and 304 families living in the city. The population density was 887.1 PD/sqmi. There were 496 housing units at an average density of 373.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.73% White, 0.25% African American, 0.08% Native American, 0.25% Pacific Islander, 0.17% from other races, and 0.51% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.17% of the population.

There were 457 households, out of which 37.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.3% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 3.04.

26.2% are under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 18.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $46,953, and the median income for a family was $58,289. Males had a median income of $38,352 versus $26,111 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,029. About 0.3% of families and 2.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.6% of those under age 18 and 1.5% of those age 65 or over.

Architecture

 * Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church (1916-1917), National Register of Historic Places

Education
The Solon area is served by the Solon Community School District.

Notable people

 * Leo Beranek, acoustics expert involved in the improvement and promotion of the Hush-a-Phone; lived in Solon for a portion of his childhood
 * Robin Lord Taylor, actor/director, known for his role as Oswald Cobblepot in the Fox TV series Gotham
 * Tyler Linderbaum, American football player

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Swisher, Iowa

Swisher is a city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 914 at the time of the 2020 census.

Geography
Swisher is located at 41.845°N, -91.695°W (41.844983, -91.694909).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.82 sqmi, all land.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 879 people, 344 households, and 260 families residing in the city. The population density was 1072.0 PD/sqmi. There were 350 housing units at an average density of 426.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.8% White, 0.8% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 0.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 344 households, of which 35.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.7% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.4% were non-families. 19.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 39.5 years. 25.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.9% were from 25 to 44; 26.9% were from 45 to 64; and 11.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 813 people, 306 households, and 231 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,769.6 PD/sqmi. There were 317 housing units at an average density of 690.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.14% White, 0.12% African American, 0.12% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.12% from other races, and 0.25% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.25% of the population.

There were 306 households, out of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.3% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.2% were non-families. 19.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% 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 3.05.

26.8% are under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 34.9% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 8.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $63,667, and the median income for a family was $67,368. Males had a median income of $40,776 versus $30,673 for females. The per capita income for the city was $24,596. About 0.9% of families and 2.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.8% of those under age 18 and 3.3% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Swisher operates under the mayor-council form of government. The city council consists of five members, elected at large for overlapping four-year terms, and is presided over by a popularly elected mayor, who also serves a four-year term.

Resignation of mayor and city clerk
At a regularly scheduled city council meeting on November 11, 2013, City Clerk Connie Meier and Mayor Tim Mason resigned suddenly, effectively leaving Swisher without any administrative staff.

A video of the meeting released to news outlets showed Mason and Meier engaged in an argument with council member Angie Hinrichs over a letter sent to the council from an appointed city official. In the video, Hinrichs repeatedly accused Meier of improperly sharing the letter with a local developer. In response, Meier explained that except for personnel records, all documents in the city's custody are a matter of public record and copies must be given to anyone who asks for them. When Mason tried to come to Meier's defense, Hinrichs threatened to contact the city attorney independently, stating "I just want it on the record that I did not give this because if there's any consequences that come back to the city council, I did not give this to them." It was at this point that Meier left the room. Mason called for a recess and went to speak with Meier. When he returned, he told the council that she had quit and that he too was resigning.

The resignations occurred six days after Hinrichs and another council member, Larry Svec, were re-elected to additional four-year terms.

With the mayor's seat open, Mayor Pro-Tem Mary Gudenkauf assumed the mayoral duties of the city, as well as those of the city clerk. Gudenkauf would continue to serve as acting mayor until a special election was held in February 2014.

Meier would later release a statement which read, in part, "Unfortunately, a couple of council members had made working conditions detrimental to me, making me feel uncomfortable and unsafe. Staying in my position would have enabled these two individuals to continue to treat me in an unacceptable manner."

2014 special election
A special election was held on February 4, 2014, to fill the mayor's seat for the remainder of Tim Mason's term. Christopher J. Taylor, who had run for city council against Angie Hinrichs and Larry Svec in the fall, won the election against long-time Planning and Zoning Commission chairman Randy Hurlbert by a vote of 151 to 136.

Voter turnout was the highest ever recorded for an election in Swisher, with 48.2% of registered voters casting ballots. Taylor received the second highest number of votes ever cast for a Swisher mayor, after Scott Grabe received 158 in 2007. Grabe ran unopposed in that election.

Taylor took office nine days after the election, on February 13, to serve out the term expiring December 31, 2015. Taylor ran for and won re-election to a full, 4-year term in November 2015. He was unopposed in that election.

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Tiffin, Iowa

Tiffin is a city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 4,512 at the time of the 2020 census. F. W. Kent County Park is located just to the west of Tiffin, and is a popular site for outdoor recreation in Johnson County, being noted for its lake, camping facilities, resident whitetail deer herd and wild turkeys, and its cross-country ski trails through rolling acres of oak and hickory forest.

History
Tiffin was platted in 1867. The name was a transfer from Tiffin, Ohio, the former home of Rolla Johnson, who owned the town site.

Geography
Tiffin is located at 41.70639°N, -91.66139°W (41.706432, -91.661471).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.14 sqmi, of which 4.13 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,947 people, 800 households, and 488 families living in the city. The population density was 471.4 PD/sqmi. There were 848 housing units at an average density of 205.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.0% White, 2.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.5% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.6% of the population.

There were 800 households, of which 35.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.5% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.0% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 3.04.

The median age in the city was 31.2 years. 27.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 37.3% were from 25 to 44; 19.8% were from 45 to 64; and 6.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.9% male and 51.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 975 people, 440 households, and 268 families living in the city. The population density was 326.2 PD/sqmi. There were 457 housing units at an average density of 152.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.18% White, 1.95% African American, 1.33% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 0.41% from other races, and 1.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.36% of the population.

There were 441 households, out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.0% were married couples living together, 11.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.9% were non-families. 29.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.0% 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 2.75.

23.1% are under the age of 18, 11.8% from 18 to 24, 40.8% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 6.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $42,381, and the median income for a family was $47,969. Males had a median income of $30,857 versus $25,542 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,222. About 3.7% of families and 4.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Tiffin is a part of the Clear Creek–Amana Community School District and houses Tiffin Elementary School, Clear Creek–Amana Middle School, and Clear Creek–Amana High School.

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University Heights, Iowa

University Heights is a city in Johnson County, Iowa, United States. It is part of the Iowa City, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,228 at the time of the 2020 census. It is an enclave surrounded by Iowa City, located near the campus of the University of Iowa. University Heights is very close to Kinnick Stadium.

According to The Gazette (Cedar Rapids), University Heights has a reputation among area motorists as a speed trap.

History
At the turn of the 20th century, the area of present-day University Heights was known as West Lucas Township and consisted of several small farms and properties. At that time, the University of Iowa and Iowa City at large had not yet expanded westward past the Iowa River.

In the early 1920s, brothers Lee and George Koser began purchasing and developing the land that became the city of University Heights, anticipating the westward expansion of the University and the city. With the construction of the University's General Hospital in 1928 and Kinnick Stadium in 1929, those predictions came true. By 1933, the City of Iowa City began annexing land on the west side of the river and in 1935, the city of University Heights was incorporated. By the 1960s, most of the remaining lots west of Sunset St. were developed and the land surrounding University Heights had been annexed by Iowa City, limiting future growth.

All 241 lots in the original subdivisions of University Heights were set up with restrictive covenants stating that the lots were "for the sole use and benefit of the Caucasian Race and no lot or parcel shall be sold, owned, or used or occupied by the people of any other race, except when used in the capacity of a servant or helper". For 218 of the lots, Lee, Reka, George, and Tessie Koser were responsible for the language, while for the remaining 23, L.R. and Elizabeth Leamer were responsible. These racially restrictive covenants were legally enforceable until the Shelley vs. Kraemer US Supreme Court decision in 1948.

Geography
University Heights is located at 41.65361°N, -91.55806°W (41.653666, -91.558167).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.27 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,051 people, 474 households, and 251 families residing in the city. The population density was 3892.6 PD/sqmi. There were 512 housing units at an average density of 1896.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.5% White, 1.0% African American, 3.3% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.8% of the population.

There were 474 households, of which 21.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.9% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.0% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.2% 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 2.78.

The median age in the city was 30.5 years. 17.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 17.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.3% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 11.3% 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 987 people, 467 households, and 254 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,626.3 PD/sqmi. There were 477 housing units at an average density of 1,752.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.95% White, 0.91% African American, 1.22% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 0.41% from other races, and 1.42% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.62% of the population.

There were 467 households, out of which 22.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.6% were non-families. 35.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.74.

18.1% are under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 36.1% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 12.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $48,929, and the median income for a family was $79,044. Males had a median income of $48,542 versus $36,397 for females. The per capita income for the city was $32,484. About 4.6% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.0% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Education
University Heights contains one school. Horn Elementary School is part of the Iowa City Community School District. Students in University Heights attend Northwest Junior High School and West High School.

A small portion of the University of Iowa's Finkbine Golf Course is contained in northwest University Heights.

Parks and Recreation
There are 11.8 and 0.7 acre wooded parcels owned by the city at the very north end of University Heights. The city does not operate any parks.

There is a sidewalk which runs along the north side of Melrose Avenue.

Special election
In 2009, the developer Jeff Maxwell proposed a large development to be built on the present site of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. The proposal was considered by the zoning commission and disapproved. It was sent to the city council which also disapproved the proposed rezoning. The 2009 city election reflected the high level of interest in the development as ten candidates ran for the city council and voters turned out in record numbers.

Four of the five council members elected subsequently supported the Maxwell development. One of them, Amy Moore, resigned from the city council and was replaced by Jim Lane by appointment. A petition for a special election obtained more than the minimum signatures. The two candidates in the January 11th election were Jim Lane, the appointed incumbent, and Rosanne Hopson, a longtime resident.

The final turnout of 495 set a record for city elections in University Heights. Hopson received 262 votes (53%) and Lane received 233 (47%).

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Anamosa, Iowa

Anamosa is a city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 5,450 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Jones County.

History

What is now Anamosa was founded as the settlement of Buffalo Forks in 1838 and incorporated as Lexington in 1856. Lexington was a popular name for towns at that time, so when Lexington chose to become incorporated as a city in 1877, the name was changed to Anamosa to avoid mail delivery confusion. There are many stories on how Anamosa was chosen as a name. Some believe it was named for a local Native American girl named Anamosa, meaning "white fawn", while others say it means "You walk with me."

The romantic origin of the naming of the town of Anamosa comes from its early history. A Native American family was passing through town in 1842. The family stayed at the Ford House. The little girl, a Native American Princess, named Anamosa, endeared herself to the townspeople and following the family's departure from town, local citizens decided to name their town after her.

The Wapsipinicon River flows through Anamosa. According to legend, a Native American maiden and her lover threw themselves off a bluff overlooking the Wapsipinicon River; one was named Wapsi, the other Pinicon. Origins of this legend are unconfirmed.

Anamosa was named the Pumpkin Capital of Iowa by the Iowa State Legislature in 1993 and hosts Pumpkinfest, a pumpkin festival and weigh-off, each October.

The Anamosa Boot Hill Cemetery is still open today and is northwest of the town.

Geography
Anamosa's longitude and latitude coordinates in decimal form are 42.108954, -91.281476. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.61 sqmi, of which 2.60 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

The Wapsipinicon River flows through the city of Anamosa. Anamosa is served by U.S. Route 151 and Iowa Highway 64.

Demographics
Anamosa is part of the Cedar Rapids, Iowa Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,533 people, 1,941 households, and 1,163 families residing in the city. The population density was 2128.1 PD/sqmi. There were 2,105 housing units at an average density of 809.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.1% White, 6.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 1,941 households, of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.4% were married couples living together, 13.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.1% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% 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 2.87.

The median age in the city was 39.6 years. 19.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.8% were from 25 to 44; 24.6% were from 45 to 64; and 17.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 56.8% male and 43.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,494 people, 1,750 households, and 1,135 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,453.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,884 housing units at an average density of 841.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.70% White, 6.06% African American, 0.71% Native American, 0.51% Asian, 0.69% from other races, and 1.33% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.17% of the population.

There were 1,750 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.2% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% 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 2.89.

Age spread: 19.7% under the age of 18, 11.1% from 18 to 24, 35.5% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 145.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 158.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,284, and the median income for a family was $39,702. Males had a median income of $31,938 versus $25,248 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,585. About 7.1% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.7% of those under age 18 and 2.8% of those age 65 or over.

Landmarks and industry
Anamosa is home to the Anamosa State Penitentiary, formerly known as the Iowa Men's Reformatory, a medium/maximum security prison that is the largest in Iowa, housing over 1,200 male inmates. Anamosa State Penitentiary was home to infamous criminal John Wayne Gacy as well as Robert Hansen, the inspiration for the movie Frozen Ground. It was established in 1872 and constructed from locally quarried Anamosa Limestone in the style of a castle, inspiring its nickname as "The White Palace of the West". The prison grounds also house the Anamosa State Penitenitiary Museum, which contains artifacts and exhibits on prison life from throughout its history.

Motorcycles have been a common sight in Anamosa. Anamosa was home to J&P Cycles, a supplier of aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories, until its last operations in town closed at the end of 2023 and was home to the National Motorcycle Museum, until its closing in September 2023. The museum had over 300 vintage motorcycles, including a replica of the "Captain America bike" from the movie Easy Rider.

Anamosa was the birthplace and burial place of the regionalist artist Grant Wood; he is buried in Riverside Cemetery, next to a large monument of a recumbent lion. Visitors can view a collection of satirical interpretations of his most famous work American Gothic at the Grant Wood Art Gallery on Main Street.

The unincorporated town of Stone City is a few miles northwest of Anamosa and was the location for some of Grant Wood's paintings. Historic buildings built of local stone are still standing. The quarry that supplied the limestone still exists today as Weber Stone Company.

Wapsipinicon State Park is on the southwest edge of the city. The Hale Bridge is inside the park. The Iowa Army National Guard flew the three spans of the Hale Bridge from the Olin/Hale staging areas to the new home across the Wapsipinicon River at Wapsipinicon State Park by helicopter.

Education
Anamosa Community School District operates schools serving this community.

Additionally St. Patrick School, of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Dubuque, is in Anamosa. The school opened in 1944.

Redistricting
Controversy arose in Anamosa in the 2000s over the redistricting of election wards in the city. Because the boundaries of the city's four wards were drawn to encompass equal numbers of residents, and because the inmates of the Anamosa State Penitentiary — who are ineligible to vote — were counted among the population of the second ward, the voting population of the second ward was significantly smaller than that of any of the other three wards. Consequently, the power of each vote in the second ward was much greater than the power of a vote in any of the city's other wards. In 2007, city residents voted to end the system of wards; since 2008, all city council elections have been at-large.

Notable people

 * Edmund Booth, deaf pioneer who helped establish the town of Anamosa and served as editor for the Anamosa journal Eureka. He later purchased the newspaper.
 * Sarah Corpstein, Miss Iowa USA 2006
 * Clem F. Kimball, Lieutenant Governor of Iowa
 * Andy McKean, Iowa State Representative for District 58
 * Scott Newhard, Iowa state representative
 * Don Norton, (1938–1997), American Football League San Diego Chargers' receiver
 * Lawrence Schoonover, American novelist
 * Grant Wood, artist
 * Marshal Yanda, (born 1984), longtime Baltimore Ravens starting offensive lineman

title: Anamosa, Iowa


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Center Junction, Iowa

Center Junction is an unincorporated village and census-designated place (CDP) in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 111 at the 2010 census, at which time it was a city. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Center Junction was once an incorporated city, but following a special election that served as a referendum on the plan, the city council voted in 2015 to sell off its assets, disband, and turn administration over to the county. When the council took the action, then-Mayor Sandy Ricklefs cited the town's ailing finances as the primary reason for disbanding.

History
Center Junction was laid out in 1871. The town promoters hoped the place would become a junction near the geographical center of Jones County, hence the name. There was a junction between the Chicago & Northwestern Railway and the Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Paul & Pacific Railway at Center Junction for many years. The Chicago & NorthWestern discontinued service on the line in 1951.

Geography
Center Junction is located at 42.11639°N, -91.08806°W (42.116326, -91.088070).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.55 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 111 people, 53 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 201.8 PD/sqmi. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 105.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.5% of the population.

There were 53 households, of which 17.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.6% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.8% were non-families. 32.1% 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 2.09 and the average family size was 2.59.

The median age in the city was 49.9 years. 14.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.8% were from 25 to 44; 36.9% were from 45 to 64; and 24.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.4% male and 48.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 131 people, 59 households, and 35 families residing in the city. The population density was 326.1 PD/sqmi. There were 65 housing units at an average density of 161.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.71% White, and 2.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.76% of the population.

There were 59 households, out of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.9% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 33.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.6% 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 2.89.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.8% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 29.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,917, and the median income for a family was $41,750. Males had a median income of $30,625 versus $20,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,476. There were no families and 5.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 17.4% of those over 64.

title: Center Junction, Iowa


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Martelle, Iowa

Martelle, Iowa is a city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 249 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Martelle was platted in 1872 when the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad was being built through the neighborhood.

Geography
Martelle is located at 42.02056°N, -91.35833°W (42.020421, -91.358314).

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

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 255 people, 114 households, and 81 families living in the city. The population density was 750.0 PD/sqmi. There were 122 housing units at an average density of 358.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.6% Asian, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 114 households, of which 19.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.4% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.9% were non-families. 20.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.59.

The median age in the city was 45.7 years. 16.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 31.4% were from 45 to 64; and 21.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 280 people, 109 households, and 85 families living in the city. The population density was 849.8 PD/sqmi. There were 115 housing units at an average density of 349.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.29% White, 0.36% Asian, and 0.36% from two or more races.

The median income for a household in the city was $47,500, and the median income for a family was $50,313. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $21,964 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,134. About 2.5% of families and 2.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.5% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those sixty-five or over.

Education
Anamosa Community School District operates schools serving this community.

title: Martelle, Iowa


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Morley, Iowa

Morley is a city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 96 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Morley was laid out circa 1873 on the main line of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad. First called Viroqua, it was renamed Morley in 1886.

Geography
Morley is located at 42.00667°N, -91.24667°W (42.006556, -91.246719).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.09 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 115 people, 44 households, and 30 families living in the city. The population density was 1277.8 PD/sqmi. There were 51 housing units at an average density of 566.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.1% White and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 44 households, of which 38.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.4% were married couples living together, 15.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 15.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.8% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 40.5 years. 30.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.4% were from 25 to 44; 27.9% were from 45 to 64; and 15.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.9% male and 46.1% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 88 people, 43 households and 19 families living in the city. The population density was 882.1 PD/sqmi. There were 47 housing units at an average density of 471.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.86% White, and 1.14% from two or more races.

There were 43 households, of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.6% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 55.8% were non-families. 46.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 3.05.

25.0% of the population were under the age of 18, 3.4% from 18 to 24, 35.2% from 25 to 44, 15.9% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 125.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 135.7 males.

The median household income was $44,375 and the median family income was $52,500. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $19,063 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,167. There were no families and 4.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 18.2% of those over 64.

Education
Anamosa Community School District operates schools serving this community.

title: Morley, Iowa


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Olin, Iowa

Olin is a city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 651 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Olin is named for D. A. Olin, general superintendent of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad.

Geography
Olin is located at 41.9975°N, -91.14°W (41.997599, -91.139924).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.04 sqmi, of which 1.03 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 698 people, 295 households, and 193 families living in the city. The population density was 677.7 PD/sqmi. There were 324 housing units at an average density of 314.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 1.1% African American, 0.1% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 295 households, of which 29.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.6% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 40.8 years. 23.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 28.9% were from 45 to 64; and 17.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 716 people, 291 households, and 197 families living in the city. The population density was 720.1 PD/sqmi. There were 323 housing units at an average density of 324.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.32% White, 0.42% African American, 0.28% Native American, and 0.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.26% of the population.

There were 291 households, out of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.9% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,906, and the median income for a family was $39,091. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,809. About 7.5% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.6% of those under age 18 and 15.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Olin is home to the Olin Consolidated Community School District, serving Olin and the surrounding area. In 2012, the school board voted to close the junior and senior high school, sending them to the Anamosa School District as part of a three-year, whole-grade sharing agreement.

Athletic teams were known as the Lions. The school was part of several athletic conferences, the last one being the Big East. In 2011, the school discontinued its athletic program, opting to begin cooperative programs with Anamosa.

title: Olin, Iowa


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Onslow, Iowa

Onslow is a city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 201 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Onslow was platted in 1871 by E. M. Franks.

Geography
Onslow is located at 42.10556°N, -91.01528°W (42.105603, -91.015158).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.23 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 197 people, 94 households, and 52 families living in the city. The population density was 856.5 PD/sqmi. There were 109 housing units at an average density of 473.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.9% White, 2.5% African American, 0.5% Asian, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 94 households, of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.6% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.7% were non-families. 39.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17% 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 2.83.

The median age in the city was 42.9 years. 24.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.4% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 18.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.7% male and 53.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 223 people, 96 households, and 60 families living in the city. The population density was 965.4 PD/sqmi. There were 107 housing units at an average density of 463.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.55% White, and 0.45% from two or more races.

There were 96 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.4% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 25.1% from 25 to 44, 16.6% from 45 to 64, and 25.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,375, and the median income for a family was $34,500. Males had a median income of $30,625 versus $20,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,916. About 15.4% of families and 19.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 21.6% of those 65 or over.

Education
Onslow is within the Midland Community School District.

title: Onslow, Iowa


text:
Oxford Junction, Iowa

Oxford Junction is a city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 424 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Oxford Junction was platted in 1871, at the time the now-defunct railroad was built. The town is named for its location at the junction of two branches of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad.

Geography
Oxford Junction is located at 41.9832°N, -90.95448°W (41.983203, -90.954480).

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

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 496 people, 223 households, and 141 families living in the city. The population density was 718.8 PD/sqmi. There were 262 housing units at an average density of 379.7 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 99.0% White, 0.6% Native American, and 0.4% Asian. Of the 223 households 26.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 13.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.8% were non-families. 31.8% of households were one person and 18.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.75.

The median age was 45.5 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19% were from 25 to 44; 29.2% were from 45 to 64; and 22.2% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 573 people, 236 households, and 151 families living in the city. The population density was 813.3 PD/sqmi. There were 264 housing units at an average density of 374.7 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 98.95% White, 0.17% Native American, 0.17% Asian, and 0.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.17%.

Of the 236 households 33.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.4% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.0% were non-families. 32.6% of households were one person and 22.9% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 3.09.

The age distribution was 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 19.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.9% 65 or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.5 males.

The median household income was $30,417 and the median family income was $35,625. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $17,333 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,805. About 18.5% of families and 18.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.0% of those under age 18 and 12.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
It is within the Midland Community School District and hosts the district's sole elementary school. The Oxford Junction district merged into the Midland district on July 1, 1995.

title: Oxford Junction, Iowa


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Wyoming, Iowa

Wyoming is a city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. The population was 523 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Wyoming was incorporated on October 21, 1873, and was named for Wyoming County, New York.

Geography
Wyoming is located at 42.05917°N, -91.005°W (42.059187, -91.004985).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.51 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census there were 515 people, 243 households, and 136 families living in the city. The population density was 1009.8 PD/sqmi. There were 283 housing units at an average density of 554.9 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 99.0% White, 0.6% Native American, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2%.

Of the 243 households 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.4% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.0% were non-families. 38.3% of households were one person and 20.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.12 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age was 44.9 years. 21.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23% were from 25 to 44; 29.5% were from 45 to 64; and 20.4% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 626 people, 277 households, and 173 families living in the city. The population density was 1,230.4 PD/sqmi. There were 298 housing units at an average density of 585.7 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 98.56% White, 0.64% African American, 0.32% Native American, and 0.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.16%.

Of the 277 households 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.5% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 35.4% of households were one person and 21.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.91.

The age distribution was 26.4% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 21.4% 65 or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.9 males.

The median household income was $31,979 and the median family income was $41,538. Males had a median income of $30,938 versus $23,611 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,787. About 10.6% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.8% of those under age 18 and 9.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
It is within the Midland Community School District and is the location of the school district's only secondary school.

Notable people

 * Daniel Mary Gorman (1861–1927), clergyman of the Roman Catholic Church; born in Wyoming
 * Dutch Levsen (1898–1972), Former pitcher for the Cleveland Indians; born in Wyoming
 * Orson Lowell (1871–1956), magazine illustrator, born in Wyoming

title: Wyoming, Iowa


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Delta, Iowa

Delta is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 264 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.93 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 328 people, 157 households, and 78 families living in the city. The population density was 352.7 PD/sqmi. There were 172 housing units at an average density of 184.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.0% White, 1.8% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% from other races, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 157 households, of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.3% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 50.3% were non-families. 45.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 38.9 years. 22.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28% were from 25 to 44; 25.9% were from 45 to 64; and 17.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.8% male and 51.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 410 people, 172 households, and 99 families living in the city. The population density was 410.6 PD/sqmi. There were 191 housing units at an average density of 191.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.29% White, 1.22% from other races, and 0.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.71% of the population.

There were 172 households, out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.6% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.4% were non-families. 35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.8% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,019, and the median income for a family was $30,417. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $18,333 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,516. About 20.0% of families and 25.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.6% of those under age 18 and 22.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is within the Sigourney Community School District.

Rock Island system
The community of Delta was, like hundreds of towns and villages, served by an expanded Rock Island system.

title: Delta, Iowa


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Gibson, Iowa

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

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.07 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 61 people, 28 households, and 18 families living in the city. The population density was 871.4 PD/sqmi. There were 34 housing units at an average density of 485.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.4% White and 1.6% Asian.

There were 28 households, of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were married couples living together, 17.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% 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 2.72.

The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.4% were from 25 to 44; 27.8% were from 45 to 64; and 18% 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 92 people, 38 households, and 19 families living in the city. The population density was 1,389.9 PD/sqmi. There were 41 housing units at an average density of 619.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 38 households, out of which 36.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.7% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 47.4% were non-families. 44.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.7% 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 3.60.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.7% under the age of 18, 9.8% from 18 to 24, 31.5% from 25 to 44, 6.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,375, and the median income for a family was $45,625. Males had a median income of $21,094 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,881. There were 9.5% of families and 6.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 7.5% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
The Tri-County Community School District operates local area public schools.

title: Gibson, Iowa


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Harper, Iowa

Harper is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 118 at the time of the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.09 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 114 people, 49 households, and 28 families living in the city. The population density was 1266.7 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 622.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.7% White, 0.9% Native American, 1.8% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.3% of the population.

There were 49 households, of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.9% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.9% were non-families. 36.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 3.07.

The median age in the city was 31.5 years. 26.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.2% were from 25 to 44; 17.5% were from 45 to 64; and 16.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 134 people, 55 households, and 40 families living in the city. The population density was 1,523.7 PD/sqmi. There were 61 housing units at an average density of 693.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 55 households, out of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.5% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% 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 2.78.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 3.7% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 15.7% from 45 to 64, and 28.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,875, and the median income for a family was $38,594. Males had a median income of $22,083 versus $22,188 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,620. There were 4.9% of families and 4.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 3.9% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
Keota Community School District operates local public schools.

Arts and culture

 * Landmarks
 * The Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church in Harper is on the National Register of Historic Places.

The Saints Peter and Paul cemetery is the final resting place of eight Hammes children who all died in a tragic car-train accident in October 1956.

Notable people

 * Phil Slattery, baseball player.

title: Harper, Iowa


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Hayesville, Iowa

Hayesville is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 41 at the time of the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 50 people, 24 households, and 16 families living in the city. The population density was 200.0 PD/sqmi. There were 25 housing units at an average density of 100.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 24 households, of which 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.3% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.3% were non-families. 20.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.44.

The median age in the city was 55.3 years. 10% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18% were from 25 to 44; 38% were from 45 to 64; and 28% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.0% male and 52.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 64 people, 28 households, and 19 families living in the city. The population density was 250.5 PD/sqmi. There were 32 housing units at an average density of 125.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 28 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.1% were non-families. 21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% 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 2.68.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 18.8% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,973. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

Education
The community is within the Sigourney Community School District.

title: Hayesville, Iowa


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Hedrick, Iowa

Hedrick is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 728 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
In 1882, the Burlington and Western Railway a narrow gauge line, and its competitor, the Iowa Central Railway, built competing east–west lines through the area. These crossed the Rock Island tracks here, so it was a natural location for a station and town.

Hedrick was incorporated on April 23, 1883. It was named for General Hedrick.

The Burlington and Western was widened to standard gauge in 1902 and merged into the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy a year later. The Minneapolis and St. Louis took over the Iowa Central around the same time, and the Burlington line was abandoned in 1934.

By 1991 several businesses in the community's main street closed, and the economy had declined. The school serving the town closed that year.

In 2023, the city was struck by an EF-4 rated tornado.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.53 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 764 people, 310 households, and 211 families living in the city. The population density was 499.3 PD/sqmi. There were 356 housing units at an average density of 232.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.3% White, 1.2% African American, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 310 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 28.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median age in the city was 37.7 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 10% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.3% were from 25 to 44; 24.9% were from 45 to 64; and 16.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 832 people, 335 households, and 233 families living in the city. The population density was 543.1 PD/sqmi. There were 371 housing units at an average density of 240.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.92% White, 0.12% Native American, 0.12% from other races, and 0.84% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.84% of the population.

There were 335 households, out of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.4% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 28.1% 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 2.50 and the average family size was 3.04.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,714, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $20,476 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,166. About 9.0% of families and 13.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.4% of those under age 18 and 10.8% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Few businesses are open in the old historic business district; most businesses open to the public are located along Highway 149.

Arts and culture
Hedrick is notable for its well-preserved brick Main Street and its depot, formerly serving the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railway (east-west) and the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad (north-south).

Notable person

 * Neal Edward Smith, Former U.S. Representative

Education
Hedrick is in the Pekin Community School District, which operates schools in Pekin.

The former Hedrick Community School District was involuntarily dissolved by the State of Iowa on July 1, 1991, due to not meeting state requirements to be a certified school in that state. It was the first school district in Iowa to be closed involuntarily by the state government. Students in Hedrick itself were rezoned to Pekin schools.

title: Hedrick, Iowa


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Keota, Iowa

Keota is a city in Keokuk and Washington counties, Iowa, United States. The population was 897 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Keota is derived from an Indian name meaning "gone to visit" or "the fire is gone out".

2010 fire
A large part of historic downtown Keota was damaged by a fire on December 4, 2010. Five buildings on East Broadway were badly damaged or destroyed.

2023 tornado
An EF4 tornado struck the northwest edge of Keota on the afternoon of March 31, 2023, causing extensive damage to numerous farms just outside of the city. Volunteers helped to clean up the debris in recovery efforts following the tornado.

Geography
Keota is located in eastern Keokuk County and the city limits extend east into Washington County to encompass a golf course. The city is 15 mi east of Sigourney, the Keokuk county seat, and 17 mi northwest of Washington.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Keota has a total area of 0.63 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,009 people, 408 households, and 269 families living in the city. The population density was 1601.6 PD/sqmi. There were 443 housing units at an average density of 703.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.3% White, 0.4% African American, 0.2% Asian, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.2% of the population.

There were 408 households, of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.1% were non-families. 30.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% 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 2.95.

The median age in the city was 40.5 years. 26.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.5% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 17.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,025 people, 430 households, and 258 families living in the city. The population density was 1,636.9 PD/sqmi. There were 466 housing units at an average density of 744.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.73% White, 0.29% Native American, 0.49% Asian, 0.39% from other races, and 0.10% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.59% of the population.

There were 430 households, out of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.1% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.8% were non-families. 35.6% 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 2.28 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,966, and the median income for a family was $43,393. Males had a median income of $30,481 versus $24,479 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,310. About 7.6% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.7% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Keota is home to Keota Community School District, that serves for the education of kindergarten through 12th grade. Their mascot is the Eagle. Their school colors are Purple and Gold.

title: Keota, Iowa


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Keswick, Iowa

Keswick is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 242 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
The Burlington, Cedar Rapids and Northern Railway built a 66-mile branch to What Cheer via Keswick in 1879  The town is named for Keswick, England, the home town of a local woman who had offered lodging to the track-laying crew.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.43 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 246 people, 105 households, and 69 families residing in the city. The population density was 572.1 PD/sqmi. There were 118 housing units at an average density of 274.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.2% Native American, and 1.2% from two or more races.

There were 105 households, of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.3% were non-families. 28.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% 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 2.87.

The median age in the city was 38.3 years. 24% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.8% were from 25 to 44; 26% were from 45 to 64; and 18.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.3% male and 53.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 295 people, 115 households, and 86 families residing in the city. The population density was 674.2 PD/sqmi. There were 121 housing units at an average density of 276.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.98% White, 0.34% Asian, 0.68% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.68% of the population.

There were 115 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.9% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.2% were non-families. 22.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% 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 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.5% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 20.7% from 45 to 64, and 18.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,354, and the median income for a family was $32,188. Males had a median income of $27,778 versus $22,143 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,779. About 4.7% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 10.5% of those 65 or over.

Education
The Tri-County Community School District operates local area public schools.

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Kinross, Iowa

Kinross is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 80 at the time of the 2020 census. The community is named after Kinross in Scotland.

History
Kinross was created by people moving to be close to a new railroad depot in 1879 by moving both houses and businesses. This move, along with other departures, effectively turned their prior community, Hinkletown, Iowa, into a ghost town.

Geography
Kinross is located southwest of Iowa City.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.20 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 73 people, 32 households and 19 families living in the city. The population density was 365.0 /sqmi. There were 37 housing units at an average density of 185.0 /sqmi. The racial make-up was 100.0% White.

There were 32 households, of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.6% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 3.11.

The median age was 44.5 years. 24.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.4% were from 25 to 44; 41.1% were from 45 to 64; and 8.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender make-up was 53.4% male and 46.6% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census. there were 80 people, 31 households and 18 families living in the city. The population density was 416.5 /sqmi. There were 39 housing units at an average density of 203.1 /sqmi. The racial make-up was 100.00% White.

There were 31 households, of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.9% were non-families. 29.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.33.

32.5% were under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 21.3% from 45 to 64, and 8.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males.

The median household income was $31,563 and the median family income as $33,750. Males had a median income of $20,833 and females $18,750. The per capita income was $12,625. 14.3% of families and 11.7% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
Kinross is within the English Valleys Community School District.

title: Kinross, Iowa


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Martinsburg, Iowa

Martinsburg is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 110 at the time of the 2020 census. The only businesses open to the public in Martinsburg is McBeth Wrecker and Auto Service and a gas station/convenience store.

History
In 1861, Martinsburg was a half-mile long row of houses mostly on the north side of the road. In 1874, Martinsburg had two general stores, a hotel, and a Presbyterian church. There were two physicians, and a wagonmaker who also had a vineyard. The proprietors of a nearby sawmill and grain mill also lived in town.

The Burlington and Western Railway arrived in Martinsburg in late 1882. This was a narrow gauge line, widened to standard gauge in 1902 and taken over by the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy. The Minneapolis and St. Louis arrived in Martinsburg at about the same time. The two lines passed a few blocks north of the original town center, paralleling each other west of town, and diverging to the east. The CB&Q tracks through Martinsburg were sold to in 1934 to the M&StL.

By 1887, Martinsburg had been expanded by 5 subdivisions and it had gained a second church, a second hotel and a post office. In addition to the two railroad depots, there was a brickworks that mostly made drainage tile, served by the Iowa Central, and a creamery, a gristmill and a grain elevator, served by the Burlington and Western.

In 2023, the city was struck by an EF-3 rated tornado.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.38 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 112 people, 47 households, and 32 families living in the city. The population density was 294.7 PD/sqmi. There were 55 housing units at an average density of 144.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.1% White and 0.9% African American.

There were 47 households, of which 34.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.9% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 29.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 41.8 years. 24.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.7% were from 25 to 44; 28.6% were from 45 to 64; and 13.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.9% male and 49.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 126 people, 51 households, and 39 families living in the city. The population density was 333.4 PD/sqmi. There were 60 housing units at an average density of 158.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.62% White and 2.38% Native American.

There were 51 households, out of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.8% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.5% were non-families. 19.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 19.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,625, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $13,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,807. There were no families and 1.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 8.0% of those over 64.

Education
It is in the Pekin Community School District.

Notable people

 * Gayno Smith, mass murderer

title: Martinsburg, Iowa


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Ollie, Iowa

Ollie is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 201 at the time of the 2020 census. Originally known as Hemingford, the town voted to change the name to Ollie in 1892.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.99 sqmi, all of it land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 215 people, 97 households, and 58 families living in the city. The population density was 217.2 PD/sqmi. There were 108 housing units at an average density of 109.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.1% White, 0.5% Asian, and 0.5% from two or more races.

There were 97 households, of which 22.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.2% were non-families. 33.0% 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 2.22 and the average family size was 2.74.

The median age in the city was 46.1 years. 18.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.9% were from 25 to 44; 27.4% were from 45 to 64; and 24.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.4% male and 52.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 224 people, 101 households, and 65 families living in the city. The population density was 224.2 PD/sqmi. There were 112 housing units at an average density of 112.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.66% White, 0.45% Asian, and 0.89% from two or more races.

There were 101 households, out of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.4% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.7% were non-families. 32.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% 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 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 29.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $27,188 versus $20,313 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,100. About 1.8% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 17.3% of those 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Polly Rosenbaum (1899–2003), Member of the Arizona House of Representatives
 * Keaton Winn (born 1998), pitcher for the San Francisco Giants

Education
It is in the Pekin Community School District. Pekin Community High School is the local high school.

Ollie High School graduated its final class in 1959. In the fall of that year, the hitherto independent school systems of Ollie, Richland, Packwood and Farson, along with the associated rural areas, were consolidated, and all secondary students began to go to the Pekin Community High School. The Ollie school building remained open and was used for grades K-8. In the early 1970s, the Farson building was closed and Ollie was used for the K-5 students from Ollie, Packwood and Farson, while Richland's K-5 students remained in that town. All students 6-8 then went to the Packwood building. Finally, in 1978, all the local schools were closed and grades K-8 were educated in a new school building adjacent to the Pekin High School.

title: Ollie, Iowa


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Sigourney, Iowa

Sigourney is a city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. The population was 2,004 at the time of the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Keokuk County. Keokuk County Courthouse is located in the Public Square Historic District. Both are on the National Register of Historic Places.

History

Keokuk County was opened for Euro-American settlement in 1843, and the town got its start in 1844 when S.A. James built the first cabin there. Other families began to settle there as well, and in 1844, the town was named by county commissioner Dr. George H. Stone in honor of popular poet Lydia Sigourney. A large oil-painted portrait of her still graces the foyer of the county courthouse.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.18 sqmi, all of it land.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Sigourney has a hot-summer humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfa" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Sigourney was 113 F on July 22, 1901, while the coldest temperature recorded was -32 F on January 31, 2019.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,059 people, 878 households, and 537 families living in the city. The population density was 944.5 PD/sqmi. There were 987 housing units at an average density of 452.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 878 households, of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.5% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.8% were non-families. 34.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.7% 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 2.85.

The median age in the city was 45.1 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 24.9% were from 45 to 64; and 25.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.0% male and 53.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,209 people, 903 households, and 567 families living in the city. The population density was 1,016.3 PD/sqmi. There were 992 housing units at an average density of 456.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.09% White, 0.14% African American, 0.14% Native American, 0.45% Asian, 0.14% from other races, and 0.05% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 0.54% of the population.

There were 903 households, out of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.1% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.5% 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 2.93.

Age spread: 23.9% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 26.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,803, and the median income for a family was $43,519. Males had a median income of $29,783 versus $21,078 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,218. About 8.5% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.0% of those under age 18 and 10.7% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Sigourney is represented by Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks in the United States House of Representatives.

Education
The Sigourney Community School District encompasses nearly a 70 sqmi radius, drawing students from smaller surrounding communities. Approximately 700 students are enrolled yearly, with an average of 350 attending elementary (K-6) and 350 students attending junior/senior high (7-12). The average graduating class is 50 students with 80% moving on to college. The school system's mascot is the Sigourney Savage.

The public library is the Sigourney Public Library.

Notable people

 * William Lawrence Adrian (1883–1972), Roman Catholic bishop
 * Ambrose Burke (1895–1998), Roman Catholic priest and educator
 * John Burke (1859–1938) tenth Governor of North Dakota, United States Treasurer, North Dakota Supreme Court justice
 * Katharine Goeldner, opera singer
 * S.J. Mathes (1849–1927), newspaperman
 * Ernest L. Parker (1864–1934), 13th Lieutenant Governor of Idaho
 * Dan Peiffer (born 1951) NFL football player
 * Ezekiel S. Sampson (1831–1896), district judge and U.S. Representative

title: Sigourney, Iowa