Agency, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Agency, Iowa
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Chief Wapello Memorial Park and Gravesite
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Location of Agency, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Wapello |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor/Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.57 sq mi (1.47 km2) |
| • Land | 0.57 sq mi (1.47 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 810 ft (250 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 620 |
| • Density | 1,095.41/sq mi (423.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52530
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-00640 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393889 |
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Agency is a small city located in Wapello County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 620 people lived there. This city is famous for being an old trading post for Native Americans and the burial place of a respected leader, Chief Wapello.
History of Agency, Iowa
Agency began as an 'Indian agency' in 1838. This was a place where government officials worked with local Native American tribes. The agency operated until the tribes moved to Kansas. The town of Agency was officially started in 1843. It became an incorporated city in 1859.
Chief Wapello's Resting Place
Agency is the burial site of Chief Wapello. He was a very important leader, second in command of the Sac and Fox tribe. Chief Wapello is buried next to his good friend, General Joseph M. Street, and his family.
2001 Tornado Event
On April 11, 2001, a strong tornado hit Agency. This tornado was an F2, which means it was quite powerful. It destroyed or damaged many buildings in the city. Sadly, two people lost their lives, and three others were hurt during this event.
Geography of Agency
Agency is located in Iowa. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.57 square miles (1.47 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population and People
The population of Agency has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1870 | 630 | — |
| 1880 | 566 | −10.2% |
| 1890 | 442 | −21.9% |
| 1900 | 408 | −7.7% |
| 1910 | 322 | −21.1% |
| 1920 | 429 | +33.2% |
| 1930 | 371 | −13.5% |
| 1940 | 452 | +21.8% |
| 1950 | 524 | +15.9% |
| 1960 | 702 | +34.0% |
| 1970 | 610 | −13.1% |
| 1980 | 657 | +7.7% |
| 1990 | 616 | −6.2% |
| 2000 | 622 | +1.0% |
| 2010 | 638 | +2.6% |
| 2020 | 620 | −2.8% |
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2020 Census Information
In 2020, the city of Agency had 620 residents. There were 273 households and 173 families living in the city. The population density was about 1,095 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Agency were White (93.5%). A small number of residents were Native American (0.5%), or from two or more races (3.4%). About 5.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Agency was 47.2 years. About 22.1% of residents were under 20 years old. About 25.3% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more females (53.2%) than males (46.8%).
2010 Census Information
In 2010, Agency had 638 people. There were 277 households and 189 families. The population density was about 981 people per square mile.
Most residents were White (97.6%). About 1.3% were Native American. About 2.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Agency was 44.6 years. About 20.4% of residents were under 18. About 22.3% were 65 or older. The city had slightly more females (51.1%) than males (48.9%).
See also
In Spanish: Agency (Iowa) para niños
