Church, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Church, Iowa
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 Church, Iowa
Location in Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Allamakee |
| Elevation | 1,263 ft (385 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 563 |
| GNIS feature ID | 455410 |
Church (also called Church Village or Churchtown) is a small, unincorporated community in Allamakee County, Iowa, United States. An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it does not have its own local government like a city or town. It is part of the larger county.
What is the History of Church, Iowa?
Church officially became a recognized community in 1896. This means it was formally established and given its name. For many years, Church had important services for the people living there.
It had its own post office, which helped residents send and receive mail. There was also a telephone office, connecting people through phone calls. A creamery used to operate in the town as well. A creamery is a place where milk is processed into products like butter and cheese.
How Many People Lived in Church?
The population of Church was quite small. In 1925, about 25 people lived there. By 1940, the population had grown a little to 40 people.
