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Garrison, Iowa
Location of Garrison, Iowa
Location of Garrison, Iowa
Country  United States
State  Iowa
County Benton
Area
 • Total 0.31 sq mi (0.80 km2)
 • Land 0.31 sq mi (0.80 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
879 ft (268 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 344
 • Density 1,116.88/sq mi (431.58/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
52229
Area code(s) 319
FIPS code 19-30000
GNIS feature ID 0456854

Garrison is a small city located in Benton County, Iowa, in the United States. It is part of the larger Cedar Rapids area. In 2020, the city had a population of 344 people.

How Garrison Got Its Name

Garrison was named after a farmer called Nelson Garrison. He owned land west of the town. In 1872, he even had the local post office in his home.

Geography of Garrison

Garrison is a small city in terms of land area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.25 square miles (0.80 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.

Population and People

The population of Garrison has changed over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived in the city at different times.

Historical populations
Year Pop. ±%
1880 255 —    
1890 367 +43.9%
1900 482 +31.3%
1910 438 −9.1%
1920 437 −0.2%
1930 432 −1.1%
1940 459 +6.2%
1950 457 −0.4%
1960 421 −7.9%
1970 383 −9.0%
1980 411 +7.3%
1990 320 −22.1%
2000 413 +29.1%
2010 371 −10.2%
2020 344 −7.3%
Source: and Iowa Data Center
Source:
U.S. Decennial Census

Garrison's Population in 2020

In 2020, the census showed that 344 people lived in Garrison. There were 133 households and 91 families. Most of the people living in Garrison were White (93.6%). A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 4.1% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino origin.

The average age of people in Garrison was 38.0 years. About 29.1% of residents were under 20 years old. The city had slightly more males (51.2%) than females (48.8%).

Garrison's Population in 2010

Back in 2010, 371 people lived in Garrison. There were 145 households and 99 families. Most residents were White (96.2%). About 1.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.

The average age in 2010 was 40.3 years. About 24.5% of residents were under 18 years old. The city had slightly more females (52.6%) than males (47.4%) at that time.

Arts and Culture in Garrison

Garrison is home to The Old Creamery Theatre Company. This is a special professional theatre group that started in 1971. It's a not-for-profit organization, meaning it uses its money to support its mission rather than make a profit. The theatre began in an old building that used to be a dairy.

Education in Garrison

Public schools in Garrison are part of the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District. This school district was formed in 1993 when the Vinton Community School District and the Shellsburg Community School District joined together. Before 1969, Garrison had its own school district. However, it then merged with the Vinton school district.

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