Albion, Iowa facts for kids
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Albion, Iowa
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Location of Albion, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Marshall |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.60 sq mi (1.56 km2) |
| • Land | 0.60 sq mi (1.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 958 ft (292 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 448 |
| • Density | 742.95/sq mi (286.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50005
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-00955 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0454115 |
Albion is a small city in Marshall County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, about 448 people lived there. It is a friendly place located in the heart of Iowa.
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History of Albion
Albion was started in 1852. At first, it had a different name: La Fayette. But in 1858, the name was changed to Albion. This new name comes from an old, poetic name for Britain.
Geography of Albion
Albion is a small city, covering an area of about 0.60 square miles (1.56 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits. It is located in a flat part of Iowa.
People of Albion (Demographics)
Demographics is the study of people living in a place. It looks at things like how many people there are, their ages, and how many families live there.
Albion's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 448 people living in Albion. These people lived in 202 households, and 131 of these were families. Most people in Albion were White. A small number of people were Black, Native American, or Asian. Some people were from two or more races. About 4.5% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Albion was about 47 years old.
- About 21% of residents were under 20 years old.
- About 25% were 65 years old or older.
- The rest were adults between 20 and 64 years old.
Slightly more than half of the people living in Albion were male.
Albion's Population in 2010
In 2010, Albion had 505 people. There were 206 households and 147 families. Most of the people were White. A small number were African American or Pacific Islander. Some people were from two or more races. About 1.8% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was about 43 years old.
- About 24% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 17% were 65 years old or older.
- The rest were adults between 18 and 64 years old.
Just like in 2020, slightly more than half of the people in Albion were male.
Economy
The economy of Albion involves local businesses and jobs. In 2011, the average price for a home in Albion was about $75,300. If people rented a home, the average rent was about $600 per month.
Education
Students in Albion attend schools that are part of the Marshalltown Community School District. This district also runs Marshalltown High School.
See also
In Spanish: Albion (Iowa) para niños
