Chariton, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chariton, Iowa
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Lucas County Courthouse in Chariton
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"Pride in Community"
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Location of Chariton, Iowa
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| Country | USA |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Lucas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.77 sq mi (9.76 km2) |
| • Land | 3.77 sq mi (9.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,040 ft (320 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,193 |
| • Density | 1,112.79/sq mi (429.61/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50049
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-12720 |
| GNIS feature ID | 467591 |
Chariton is a city in Iowa, USA. It is the main town and county seat of Lucas County, Iowa. In 2020, about 4,193 people lived there. Chariton is also known as a major center for the Hy-Vee supermarket chain.
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History of Chariton
Chariton was officially started in 1850. The city was named after a French trader.
Hotel Charitone's Story
The Hotel Charitone is a special building in Chariton. It was designed by a local architect named William L. Perkins. This hotel is important because it helped Chariton grow as a county seat. It is even listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The hotel is currently being fixed up, and many parts of it are being turned into apartments.
About Chariton's Geography
Chariton covers an area of about 3.82 square miles (9.76 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The highest point in the city is the Lucas County Courthouse.
Chariton's Climate
Chariton has a type of climate called a hot-summer humid continental climate. This means it has warm, humid summers and cold winters.
People of Chariton
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1860 | 641 | — |
| 1870 | 1,728 | +169.6% |
| 1880 | 2,977 | +72.3% |
| 1890 | 3,122 | +4.9% |
| 1900 | 3,989 | +27.8% |
| 1910 | 3,794 | −4.9% |
| 1920 | 5,175 | +36.4% |
| 1930 | 5,365 | +3.7% |
| 1940 | 5,754 | +7.3% |
| 1950 | 5,320 | −7.5% |
| 1960 | 5,042 | −5.2% |
| 1970 | 5,009 | −0.7% |
| 1980 | 5,116 | +2.1% |
| 1990 | 4,616 | −9.8% |
| 2000 | 4,573 | −0.9% |
| 2010 | 4,321 | −5.5% |
| 2020 | 4,193 | −3.0% |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, Chariton had 4,193 people living there. Most people (93.1%) were White. About 3.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Chariton was 41 years old. About 24.8% of the people were under 20 years old. This means a good number of kids and teens live in the city!
Population in 2010
In 2010, Chariton had 4,321 people. The city was mostly White (98.7%). About 24.6% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age was 42.1 years.
Education in Chariton
The Chariton School District is the only school district in Lucas County. It has been the only one since 2008.
- Elementary Schools: Columbus Elementary (for grades K-2) and Van Allen Elementary (for grades 3-5).
- Middle School: Chariton Middle School (for grades 6-8).
- High School: Chariton High School (for grades 9-12).
The sports teams at Chariton High School are called the Chargers.
Getting Around Chariton
Transportation Options
Air Travel
The Chariton Municipal Airport is owned by the city. It is located just 3 miles west of Chariton. This airport has been serving the city and Lucas County since April 1947.
Main Roads
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U.S. Route 34. This highway goes from the east side of Iowa to the west side. The city is also served by Iowa Highway 14.
Famous People from Chariton
Many interesting people have come from Chariton, including:
- Paul Engebretsen – a player in the National Football League.
- Everett Gendler – a rabbi, social activist, and writer.
- Theodore Heck – a Catholic priest and educator.
- T. J. Hockenson – a current National Football League player for the Minnesota Vikings.
- Leo Hoegh – a former governor.
- Lyle Tuttle – a famous tattoo artist and historian.
- Mortimer Wilson – a composer.
- Gordon Willey – an anthropologist.
See also
In Spanish: Chariton (Iowa) para niños
