Bassett, Iowa facts for kids
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Bassett, Iowa
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 Bassett, Iowa
Location in Iowa
Bassett, Iowa
Location in the United States
Bassett, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Chickasaw |
| Incorporated | November 7, 1896 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.39 sq mi (1.02 km2) |
| • Land | 0.39 sq mi (1.02 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,063 ft (324 m) |
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| • Total | 45 |
| • Density | 114.80/sq mi (44.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50645
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-04780 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0454378 |
Bassett is a small city located in Chickasaw County, Iowa, in the United States. It officially became a city on November 7, 1896. A post office served the community for many years, from 1872 until 1957. According to the 2020 census, 45 people lived in Bassett.
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Where is Bassett?
Bassett is found in northeastern Iowa. Its exact location is 43°3′44″N 92°30′57″W / 43.06222°N 92.51583°W.
The city covers a total area of about 1.02 square kilometers (0.39 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no lakes or large rivers within the city limits.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Bassett has changed quite a bit over the years. Like many small towns, its population has seen ups and downs.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 149 | — |
| 1910 | 130 | −12.8% |
| 1920 | 135 | +3.8% |
| 1930 | 149 | +10.4% |
| 1940 | 147 | −1.3% |
| 1950 | 125 | −15.0% |
| 1960 | 130 | +4.0% |
| 1970 | 152 | +16.9% |
| 1980 | 128 | −15.8% |
| 1990 | 74 | −42.2% |
| 2000 | 74 | +0.0% |
| 2010 | 66 | −10.8% |
| 2020 | 45 | −31.8% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 45 people living in Bassett. There were 26 households and 21 families. Most residents, about 97.8%, identified as White. A small percentage, 2.2%, were of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average age of people in Bassett was 52.5 years. About 15.6% of the residents were under 20 years old. Also, 28.9% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more males (51.1%) than females (48.9%).
Population in 2010
Ten years earlier, in 2010, Bassett had 66 residents. There were 28 households living in the city. The population density was about 178.4 people per square mile. All residents identified as White.
The average age in 2010 was 51.5 years. About 18.2% of the residents were under 18. A large portion, 47%, were between 45 and 64 years old. The gender split was similar to 2020, with 53.0% male and 47.0% female.
See also
In Spanish: Bassett (Iowa) para niños
