Galt, Iowa facts for kids
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Galt, Iowa
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Location of Galt, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Wright |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.56 sq mi (1.44 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.44 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 26 |
| • Density | 46.85/sq mi (18.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50101
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-29550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0456813 |
Galt is a small city located in Wright County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 26 people. It is a quiet place with a close-knit community.
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Exploring Galt's Location
Galt is a small city that covers an area of about 0.54 square miles (1.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits. It is located in the central part of Iowa.
Galt's Changing Population
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1920 | 134 | — |
| 1930 | 167 | +24.6% |
| 1940 | 156 | −6.6% |
| 1950 | 117 | −25.0% |
| 1960 | 75 | −35.9% |
| 1970 | 50 | −33.3% |
| 1980 | 60 | +20.0% |
| 1990 | 43 | −28.3% |
| 2000 | 30 | −30.2% |
| 2010 | 32 | +6.7% |
| 2020 | 26 | −18.8% |
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The number of people living in Galt has changed a lot over the years. In 1930, Galt had its highest population with 167 residents. Since then, the population has slowly decreased. By 2020, only 26 people lived in the city.
Life in Galt: 2020 Census Details
In 2020, there were 26 people living in Galt. These people lived in 8 different homes, and 6 of these were families. The city had 14 housing units in total.
The average age of people in Galt was 53 years old. About 19% of the residents were under 20 years old. A larger group, about 35%, were 65 years old or older. More males lived in Galt than females, with 57.7% being male and 42.3% female.
Galt's Community in 2010
Back in 2010, Galt had 32 residents living in 15 households. Most of the people living there were White. About 22% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 50.5 years. About 22% of residents were under 18 years old. Around 22% were between 25 and 44 years old. About 22% were 65 years or older. The number of males and females was similar to 2020, with 56.3% male and 43.8% female.
Education for Galt Students
Students living in Galt attend schools that are part of the Clarion–Goldfield–Dows Community School District. Before 2014, Galt was part of a different school district called the Clarion–Goldfield Community School District.
See also
In Spanish: Galt (Iowa) para niños
