Castalia, Iowa facts for kids
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Castalia, Iowa
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Location of Castalia, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Winneshiek |
| 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 | 1,250 ft (380 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 145 |
| • Density | 250.87/sq mi (96.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52133
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| Area code(s) | 563 |
| FIPS code | 19-11485 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393770 |
Castalia is a small city located in Winneshiek County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 145 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Castalia
Castalia became a city in 1902. Before that, a railroad was built through the area in 1864. This helped the community grow and connect with other places.
Geography of Castalia
Castalia is located in Iowa. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.58 square miles (1.50 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
People of Castalia
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 108 | — |
| 1910 | 230 | +113.0% |
| 1920 | 272 | +18.3% |
| 1930 | 200 | −26.5% |
| 1940 | 239 | +19.5% |
| 1950 | 221 | −7.5% |
| 1960 | 216 | −2.3% |
| 1970 | 210 | −2.8% |
| 1980 | 188 | −10.5% |
| 1990 | 177 | −5.9% |
| 2000 | 175 | −1.1% |
| 2010 | 173 | −1.1% |
| 2020 | 145 | −16.2% |
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Castalia's Population in 2020
In 2020, the city had 145 residents. There were 78 households and 49 families. The population density was about 251 people per square mile. Most residents (85.5%) were White. About 13.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Castalia was 53.3 years. About 14.5% of residents were under 20 years old. Many residents were 65 years or older, making up 32.4% of the population. The city had slightly more females (52.4%) than males (47.6%).
Castalia's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, Castalia had 173 people. There were 82 households, with 49 of them being families. The population density was about 298 people per square mile. At that time, all residents were White. About 1.2% were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age was 48.6 years. About 20.8% of residents were under 18. Many people were between 45 and 64 years old (35.2%). The number of males and females was almost equal.
Education in Castalia
Students in Castalia attend schools within the South Winneshiek Community School District. This district serves the community's educational needs.
See also
In Spanish: Castalia (Iowa) para niños
