Alvord, Iowa facts for kids
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Alvord, Iowa
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Location of Alvord, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Lyon |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.58 sq mi (1.50 km2) |
| • Land | 0.58 sq mi (1.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,322 ft (403 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 206 |
| • Density | 357.02/sq mi (137.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51230
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-01675 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0454161 |
| Website | City of Alvord |
Alvord is a small city located in Lyon County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 206 people lived there. It's a quiet place where people can enjoy a close-knit community.
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Exploring Alvord's Location
Alvord is found at specific coordinates: 43°20′32″N 96°18′13″W / 43.34222°N 96.30361°W. This helps us pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The city covers a total area of about 0.28 square miles (0.73 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Alvord's Population Over Time
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 249 | — |
| 1910 | 283 | +13.7% |
| 1920 | 359 | +26.9% |
| 1930 | 313 | −12.8% |
| 1940 | 306 | −2.2% |
| 1950 | 263 | −14.1% |
| 1960 | 238 | −9.5% |
| 1970 | 204 | −14.3% |
| 1980 | 246 | +20.6% |
| 1990 | 204 | −17.1% |
| 2000 | 187 | −8.3% |
| 2010 | 196 | +4.8% |
| 2020 | 206 | +5.1% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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The number of people living in Alvord has changed quite a bit over the years. For example, in 1900, there were 249 residents. The population grew to its highest point in 1920 with 359 people. After that, it slowly decreased for many years.
By 2000, the population was 187, which was its lowest point in the recorded history. However, it has started to grow again. In 2010, there were 196 people, and by the 2020 census, the population reached 206. This shows a small but steady increase in recent times.
What the 2020 Census Tells Us
The 2020 census counted 206 people living in Alvord. There were 80 households, which means 80 different homes where people lived. Most of these households (61) were families.
The city had about 356.7 people per square mile (137.7 per square kilometer). Most of the people living in Alvord (88.8%) were White. A small percentage were from other racial backgrounds. About 8.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Alvord was 35.0 years old. About one-third of the residents (33.0%) were under 20 years old. This means there are quite a few young people in the city. The number of males and females was almost exactly equal, with 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
Famous Person from Alvord
- Agnes Allen was a talented athlete born in Alvord. She was a pitcher and outfielder who played professional baseball. She was part of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League from 1950 to 1953. This league was famous for giving women a chance to play professional baseball.
See also
In Spanish: Alvord (Iowa) para niños
