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Barney, Iowa
Barney, Iowa is located in Iowa
Barney, Iowa
Barney, Iowa
Location in Iowa
Barney, Iowa is located in the United States
Barney, Iowa
Barney, Iowa
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Iowa
County Madison
Elevation
1,050 ft (320 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 515
GNIS feature ID 464456

Barney is a small, unincorporated community located in Madison County, Iowa, in the United States. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity but without its own local government.

Exploring Barney's Past

Barney was officially established, or "laid out," in the year 1887. This means its streets and lots were planned out.

How Many People Lived in Barney?

Over the years, the number of people living in Barney has changed.

  • In 1902, about 51 people called Barney home.
  • By 1925, the population grew slightly to 75 residents.
  • Later, in 1940, the population was recorded as 61 people.
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