Garrison, Iowa facts for kids
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Garrison, Iowa
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Location of Garrison, Iowa
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| 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
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| • 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
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| 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.
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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.
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| 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% |
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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.
See also
In Spanish: Garrison (Iowa) para niños
