Craig, Iowa facts for kids
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Craig, Iowa
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Location of Craig, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Plymouth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| • Land | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,398 ft (426 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 79 |
| • Density | 897.73/sq mi (348.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51031
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-16950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0455692 |
Craig is a small city in Plymouth County, Iowa, United States. It is a quiet place with a friendly community. The city was officially started on April 26, 1911.
In 2020, the census counted 79 people living in Craig. This makes it one of the smaller cities in Iowa.
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About Craig, Iowa
Where is Craig located?
Craig is found in the northwestern part of Iowa. Its exact location is 42°53′47″N 96°18′37″W / 42.89639°N 96.31028°W.
The city covers a very small area. It is about 0.23 square kilometers (0.09 square miles) in total. All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
How many people live in Craig?
The number of people living in Craig has changed over the years. In 1920, there were 156 residents. The population has slowly decreased since then.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1920 | 156 | — |
| 1930 | 155 | −0.6% |
| 1940 | 165 | +6.5% |
| 1950 | 142 | −13.9% |
| 1960 | 117 | −17.6% |
| 1970 | 98 | −16.2% |
| 1980 | 105 | +7.1% |
| 1990 | 116 | +10.5% |
| 2000 | 102 | −12.1% |
| 2010 | 89 | −12.7% |
| 2020 | 79 | −11.2% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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According to the 2020 census, there were 79 people living in Craig. These people lived in 40 different households. Most residents were White. A small number of people identified with two or more races.
The average age of people in Craig in 2020 was about 43 years old. About 29% of residents were under 20 years old. About 16% were 65 years old or older.
In 2010, there were 89 people in Craig. The population density was about 989 people per square mile. Most households were families, including married couples.
Education in Craig
Students in Craig attend public schools operated by the Le Mars Community School District. This district serves the local area.
See also
In Spanish: Craig (Iowa) para niños
