Dexter, Iowa facts for kids
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Dexter, Iowa
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Dexter Community House
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Location of Dexter, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Dallas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.24 km2) |
| • Land | 1.25 sq mi (3.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,148 ft (350 m) |
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| • Total | 640 |
| • Density | 511.18/sq mi (197.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50070
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-21225 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394529 |
Dexter is a small city located in Dallas County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 640 people lived there. Dexter is part of the larger Des Moines area.
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History of Dexter
Dexter was started in 1868. It has seen some important moments in history.
Famous Events in Dexter's Past
On July 23, 1933, Dexter was the site of a well-known event. A group of outlaws had a shootout with police officers. Police came from places like Des Moines to help.
Another big event happened on September 18, 1948. President Harry Truman visited Dexter for a national plowing match. During his visit, he gave a very important speech. He talked about how the government was helping American farmers. This speech helped him win the election and stay in the White House.
Geography of Dexter
Dexter is a city that covers about 1.25 square miles (3.24 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
The community is located right next to Interstate 80. This major highway runs just north of Dexter.
Population of Dexter
| Historical populations | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 704 | — |
| 1890 | 607 | −13.8% |
| 1900 | 795 | +31.0% |
| 1910 | 767 | −3.5% |
| 1920 | 790 | +3.0% |
| 1930 | 748 | −5.3% |
| 1940 | 760 | +1.6% |
| 1950 | 643 | −15.4% |
| 1960 | 670 | +4.2% |
| 1970 | 652 | −2.7% |
| 1980 | 678 | +4.0% |
| 1990 | 628 | −7.4% |
| 2000 | 689 | +9.7% |
| 2010 | 611 | −11.3% |
| 2020 | 640 | +4.7% |
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Dexter's Population in 2020
The 2020 census counted 640 people living in Dexter. There were 254 households in the city. The population density was about 511 people per square mile. Most residents were White. A small percentage were Black, Asian, or from other racial backgrounds. About 2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Dexter was about 35.6 years old. Many residents were under 20, and some were 65 or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Dexter's Population in 2010
In the 2010 census, Dexter had 611 people. There were 257 households. The population density was about 260 people per square mile. Most people identified as White. A small number were African American or Native American. About 2.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The median age in 2010 was 36.3 years. About a quarter of the residents were under 18. The number of males and females was very close.
Education in Dexter
Students in Dexter attend schools within the West Central Valley Community School District. This school district was formed in 2001. It was created when the Dexfield Community School District and the Stuart-Menlo Community School District joined together.
Notable People from Dexter
Dexter has been home to some important people:
- Brenna Bird is currently the attorney general of Iowa.
- Edwin H. Conger was a diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to China during the Boxer Rebellion. He also represented the U.S. in Brazil and Mexico.
See also
In Spanish: Dexter (Iowa) para niños
