Cleghorn, Iowa facts for kids
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Cleghorn, Iowa
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Location of Cleghorn, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Cherokee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Land | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,460 ft (445 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 240 |
| • Density | 1,052.63/sq mi (406.47/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51014
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-14115 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0455470 |
| Website | http://cleghorniowa.com/ |
Cleghorn is a small city in Cherokee County, Iowa, United States. It is located in the midwestern part of the country. In 2020, the city had a population of 240 people. Cleghorn is a quiet place, known for its friendly community.
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Geography of Cleghorn
Cleghorn is found at specific coordinates: 42.812680 degrees North and 95.711997 degrees West. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The city covers a total area of about 0.59 square kilometers (0.23 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
People of Cleghorn
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 186 | — | |
| 1920 | 232 | 24.7% | |
| 1930 | 238 | 2.6% | |
| 1940 | 236 | −0.8% | |
| 1950 | 246 | 4.2% | |
| 1960 | 228 | −7.3% | |
| 1970 | 274 | 20.2% | |
| 1980 | 275 | 0.4% | |
| 1990 | 275 | 0.0% | |
| 2000 | 250 | −9.1% | |
| 2010 | 240 | −4.0% | |
| 2020 | 240 | 0.0% | |
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The population of Cleghorn has changed over the years. In 1910, there were 186 people. The population grew to 275 by 1980 and 1990. By 2020, the population was 240, which was the same as in 2010.
Life in Cleghorn (2020)
In 2020, there were 240 people living in Cleghorn. These people lived in 91 households. Most of the people in Cleghorn were White. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 4.6% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households were made up of married couples. Some households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in Cleghorn was 39 years old. About 31.2% of residents were under 20 years old. Also, 25% of residents were 65 years or older. More females lived in Cleghorn than males.
Life in Cleghorn (2010)
In 2010, Cleghorn also had 240 people. There were 106 households in the city. The population density was about 706 people per square mile. Most residents were White. A small percentage were African American or Asian. About 3.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 22.6% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples living together. The median age was 43 years. About 19.6% of residents were under 18. And 22.5% were 65 or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Education in Cleghorn
Cleghorn is part of the Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District. This school district was formed in 1993. It combined the Marcus and Meriden-Cleghorn school districts.
The original Cleghorn school had an interesting history. It closed temporarily in 1918 due to the Spanish flu. Then, a fire destroyed it in February 1919. The people of Cleghorn voted to build a new school. This new school was damaged by an airplane accident in 1919 before it was finished. It finally opened in 1920.
In 1961, the Cleghorn school joined with the Meriden school. Later, in 2015, the Cleghorn school building closed. This decision was made to save money for the school district. Students from Cleghorn now attend school in Marcus.
See also
In Spanish: Cleghorn (Iowa) para niños
