Dayton, Iowa facts for kids
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Dayton, Iowa
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Location of Dayton, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Webster |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) |
| • Land | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 772 |
| • Density | 906.10/sq mi (349.80/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50530
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-19180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0455819 |
Dayton is a small city located in Webster County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 772 people. It is a friendly community in the heart of Iowa.
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History of Dayton
Dayton got its name from the larger city of Dayton, Ohio. A post office has been open in Dayton, Iowa, since 1877. This means people have been sending and receiving mail here for a very long time!
Geography of Dayton
Dayton is located in central Iowa. You can find it at these coordinates: 42 degrees, 15 minutes, 46 seconds North and 94 degrees, 4 minutes, 9 seconds West. The city covers a total area of about 0.85 square miles (2.21 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
People of Dayton: Demographics
Demographics is the study of a population. It helps us understand who lives in a place.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 239 | — |
| 1890 | 669 | +179.9% |
| 1900 | 753 | +12.6% |
| 1910 | 717 | −4.8% |
| 1920 | 836 | +16.6% |
| 1930 | 713 | −14.7% |
| 1940 | 732 | +2.7% |
| 1950 | 793 | +8.3% |
| 1960 | 820 | +3.4% |
| 1970 | 909 | +10.9% |
| 1980 | 941 | +3.5% |
| 1990 | 818 | −13.1% |
| 2000 | 884 | +8.1% |
| 2010 | 837 | −5.3% |
| 2020 | 772 | −7.8% |
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Dayton's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 772 people living in Dayton. These people lived in 324 households. About 46% of these households were married couples living together. Many households also included children under 18. The average age of people in Dayton was about 43 years old. Around 27% of the residents were under 20 years old. Also, about 24% were 65 years old or older. Most of the people in Dayton were White.
Dayton's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, Dayton had 837 residents. There were 330 households in the city. About 33.6% of these households had children under 18 living with them. The average age in Dayton was 42.2 years. About 26% of the residents were under 18. Around 21.9% were 65 years or older. Most people living in Dayton at that time were White.
Annual Events in Dayton
Dayton is famous for its annual rodeo. This exciting event has been held every year since 1937! It takes place during the Labor Day weekend. The rodeo started small with local cowboys. Now, it has grown into a National Championship Rodeo. It is approved by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association.
The rodeo features many thrilling events. These include bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding. You can also see calf roping, team roping, and steer wrestling. Barrel racing and the wild horse race are also popular. The Dayton rodeo attracts large crowds and top competitors. It's a big celebration for the community!
Education in Dayton
Students in Dayton attend schools within the Southeast Valley Community School District. This district operates Dayton Elementary School, which is right in Dayton. For middle school, students go to Southeast Valley Middle School in Burnside. High school students attend Southeast Valley High School in Gowrie.
Dayton's school district has changed over the years. It used to be part of the Southeast Webster-Grand Community School District. That district was formed in 2005. In 2023, it joined with the Southeast Valley district. Before that, Dayton was part of the Southeast Webster Community School District. This district was created in 1991.
See also
In Spanish: Dayton (Iowa) para niños
