Central City, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Central City, Iowa
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Location of Central City, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Linn |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.10 sq mi (2.84 km2) |
| • Land | 1.07 sq mi (2.78 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,264 |
| • Density | 1,176.91/sq mi (454.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52214
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| Area code(s) | 319 |
| FIPS code | 19-12495 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0455313 |
| Website | https://www.centralcityia.gov/ |
Central City is a small town in Linn County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,264 people lived there. It is part of the larger Cedar Rapids area.
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History of Central City
Central City was started in the 1850s. It got its name because it was close to important railroad lines. These railroads helped the town grow.
Some old buildings in its downtown area are special. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites.
Geography of Central City
Central City is located at these coordinates: 42°12′16″N 91°31′30″W / 42.20444°N 91.52500°W.
The city covers a total area of about 1.10 square miles (2.84 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. A very small part, about 0.02 square miles (0.06 square kilometers), is water.
People in Central City
The number of people living in Central City has changed over time. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
- 1890: 467 people
- 1900: 623 people
- 1950: 965 people
- 2000: 1,157 people
- 2010: 1,257 people
- 2020: 1,264 people
What the 2020 Census Shows
In 2020, the census counted 1,264 people in Central City. There were 548 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most people living in Central City were White (about 94.1%). A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 2.1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was about 39 years old.
- About 26% of residents were under 20 years old.
- About 18% were 65 years old or older.
The population was almost evenly split between males (48.5%) and females (51.5%).
Education in Central City
The Central City Community School District is in charge of the public schools in the area. These schools help students learn and grow.
See also
In Spanish: Central City (Iowa) para niños
