Ellsworth, Iowa facts for kids
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Ellsworth, Iowa
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Location of Ellsworth, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Hamilton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.88 sq mi (2.29 km2) |
| • Land | 0.88 sq mi (2.29 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 508 |
| • Density | 575.31/sq mi (222.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50075
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-25050 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0456324 |
Ellsworth is a small city located in Hamilton County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 508 people called Ellsworth home. It's a quiet place with a rich history, nestled in the heart of Iowa.
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History of Ellsworth
Ellsworth was officially planned and laid out in 1880. This process is called "platting," which means creating a map of the land. The city was named to honor Elmer E. Ellsworth. He was a brave soldier from the Chicago Zouaves who was killed during the early days of the American Civil War.
Geography of Ellsworth
Ellsworth is located at specific coordinates: 42.311954 degrees north latitude and -93.580868 degrees west longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The city covers a total area of about 0.90 square miles (2.29 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 319 | — |
| 1910 | 406 | +27.3% |
| 1920 | 512 | +26.1% |
| 1930 | 405 | −20.9% |
| 1940 | 444 | +9.6% |
| 1950 | 439 | −1.1% |
| 1960 | 493 | +12.3% |
| 1970 | 443 | −10.1% |
| 1980 | 480 | +8.4% |
| 1990 | 451 | −6.0% |
| 2000 | 531 | +17.7% |
| 2010 | 531 | +0.0% |
| 2020 | 508 | −4.3% |
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Ellsworth's Population in 2020
According to the 2020 census, Ellsworth had 508 residents. The city had 209 households. This means there were about 575 people living in each square mile.
Most of the people living in Ellsworth were White (87.6%). A small number were Black or African American (0.4%), Native American (1.0%), or Asian (0.4%). About 7.7% of the population identified as two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 7.9% of the population.
The average age in Ellsworth was about 35.9 years old. Many residents were young, with 28.0% being under 20 years old. About 17.1% of the population was 65 years or older. The city's population was almost evenly split between males (49.4%) and females (50.6%).
Ellsworth's Population in 2010
In 2010, the city had 531 people living there. The population density was about 590 people per square mile. Most residents were White (92.1%). About 6.8% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
The median age was 36.1 years. About 27.3% of residents were under 18 years old. Around 14.3% were 65 years or older. The population was 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
Education in Ellsworth
The South Hamilton Community School District provides education for the students in Ellsworth.
See also
In Spanish: Ellsworth (Iowa) para niños
