Fraser, Iowa facts for kids
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Fraser, Iowa
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Location of Fraser, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Boone |
| Township | Dodge |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.24 km2) |
| • Land | 1.14 sq mi (2.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| Elevation | 958 ft (292 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 101 |
| • Density | 88.91/sq mi (34.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50036
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-28920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0456747 |
Fraser is a small city in Dodge Township, Boone County, Iowa, United States. It is located right by the Des Moines River. In 2020, the city had a population of 101 people. Fraser is part of a larger area that includes the cities of Boone and Ames in Iowa.
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A Look Back: Fraser's Story
Fraser was officially started in 1893. It was planned out by a company called the Fraser Coal Company. This company was involved in mining coal.
For a few decades, coal mining was a big part of Fraser's economy. However, the coal mines eventually ran out of coal.
Today, the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad still runs through the town. This railroad is known for its scenic routes.
Fraser's Location and Land
Fraser is located at coordinates 42°7′28″N 93°58′9″W / 42.12444°N 93.96917°W. This tells us its exact spot on a map.
The city covers a total area of about 0.88 square miles (2.28 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.83 square miles (2.15 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.05 square miles (0.13 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Fraser?
| Historical populations | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1910 | 537 | — |
| 1920 | 391 | −27.2% |
| 1930 | 309 | −21.0% |
| 1940 | 263 | −14.9% |
| 1950 | 219 | −16.7% |
| 1960 | 134 | −38.8% |
| 1970 | 143 | +6.7% |
| 1980 | 139 | −2.8% |
| 1990 | 120 | −13.7% |
| 2000 | 137 | +14.2% |
| 2010 | 102 | −25.5% |
| 2020 | 101 | −1.0% |
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Fraser's Population in 2020
According to the 2020 United States Census, there were 101 people living in Fraser. These people made up 40 households and 31 families. The city had about 88.8 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Fraser were White. A small number of residents identified as Native American or from two or more races. About 2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Out of the 40 households, 40% had children under 18 living there. Most households, 60%, were married couples living together. Some households had a female or male head without a spouse. About 22.5% of all households were not families.
Age Groups
The average age in Fraser was 39.8 years old. About 16.8% of residents were under 20 years old. People aged 25 to 44 made up the largest group, at 29.7%. About 23.8% of residents were 65 years or older.
Fraser's Population in 2010
In 2010, the city had 102 people living in 43 households. Most residents were White.
About 23.3% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.37 people. The average family had 2.79 people.
The median age was 45 years. About 18.6% of residents were under 18. About 12.7% were 65 or older.
Schools in Fraser
Fraser is part of the Southeast Valley Community School District. Students in Fraser attend Southeast Valley High School in Gowrie.
Before 2023, Fraser was part of the Southeast Webster-Grand Community School District. This district was formed in 2005. In 2023, it joined with the Southeast Valley district.
See also
In Spanish: Fraser (Iowa) para niños
