Grant, Iowa facts for kids
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Grant, Iowa
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Location of Grant, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Montgomery |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.74 sq mi (1.93 km2) |
| • Land | 0.73 sq mi (1.90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,148 ft (350 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 86 |
| • Density | 117.17/sq mi (45.23/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50847
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-32295 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394964 |
Grant is a small city located in Montgomery County, Iowa, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a small population. In 2020, about 86 people lived there.
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A Look at Grant's Past
Grant got its name from Ulysses S. Grant. He was a very important person in American history, serving as the 18th President of the United States.
The city's main business area, called its commercial district, has a long history. Buildings there were built between 1871 and 1952. This area is so special that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. This means it's recognized for its historical importance.
Where is Grant?
Grant is located in Iowa. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers a total area of about 0.75 square miles (1.93 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, and a very small part is water.
Who Lives in Grant?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 249 | — |
| 1910 | 177 | −28.9% |
| 1920 | 282 | +59.3% |
| 1930 | 242 | −14.2% |
| 1940 | 231 | −4.5% |
| 1950 | 237 | +2.6% |
| 1960 | 180 | −24.1% |
| 1970 | 152 | −15.6% |
| 1980 | 143 | −5.9% |
| 1990 | 123 | −14.0% |
| 2000 | 102 | −17.1% |
| 2010 | 92 | −9.8% |
| 2020 | 86 | −6.5% |
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Grant's Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 86 people living in Grant. There were 41 households, which are like homes where people live. About 27 of these households were families.
The city had about 117 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Grant were White. A small number of people were from two or more races.
About 17% of the people in Grant were under 20 years old. Many residents were adults, with a good number of people aged 65 or older. The city had a fairly even number of males and females.
Grant's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, the census showed that 92 people lived in Grant. There were 41 households then too. All the residents were White.
About 13% of the people were under 18 years old. Many residents were older adults, with 25% being 65 years or older. The number of males and females was almost exactly the same.
Schools in Grant
Students in Grant attend public schools operated by the Griswold Community School District.
See also
In Spanish: Grant (Iowa) para niños
