Greene, Iowa facts for kids
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Greene, Iowa
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Location of Greene, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State | Iowa |
| Counties | Butler, Floyd |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.21 sq mi (3.13 km2) |
| • Land | 1.14 sq mi (2.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 990 |
| • Density | 867.66/sq mi (334.89/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50636
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-32745 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0457119 |
Greene is a small city in the state of Iowa, United States. It is located in Butler County, Iowa, right on the border with Floyd County, Iowa. The city sits along the Shell Rock River.
In 2020, about 990 people lived in Greene. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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How Greene Started
Greene began as a postal area called "Elm Springs" in 1855. This first settlement was a few miles southwest of where Greene is today.
In 1871, a railroad company decided to build a train station and a roundhouse (a place to store and fix trains) on the east side of the Shell Rock River. This new railroad spot attracted the Elm Springs community.
The postal area's name changed from Elm Springs to Greene in 1871. This was to honor Judge George Greene. He was the president of the Burlington, Cedar Rapids and Minnesota railroad. Judge Greene helped buy the land for the new town and gave a lot of money and land to help it grow.
By 1879, the Greene postal area officially became "The Town of Greene." This meant it was recognized as an official town with its own local government.
Where is Greene Located?
Greene is mostly in the northern part of Butler County. A small piece of the city actually stretches north into Floyd County.
The city covers about 1.22 square miles (3.13 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The Shell Rock River flows right through the middle of Greene. Bridges, like Highway 14 and County Road 13, connect the two parts of the town that the river divides.
People in Greene
Greene's population has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there according to different censuses:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 711 | — |
| 1890 | 845 | +18.8% |
| 1900 | 1,192 | +41.1% |
| 1900 | 1,192 | +0.0% |
| 1910 | 1,150 | −3.5% |
| 1920 | 1,375 | +19.6% |
| 1930 | 1,268 | −7.8% |
| 1940 | 1,303 | +2.8% |
| 1950 | 1,347 | +3.4% |
| 1960 | 1,427 | +5.9% |
| 1970 | 1,363 | −4.5% |
| 1980 | 1,332 | −2.3% |
| 1990 | 1,142 | −14.3% |
| 2000 | 1,099 | −3.8% |
| 2010 | 1,130 | +2.8% |
| 2020 | 990 | −12.4% |
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What the 2020 Census Shows
A census is like a big count of all the people living in a place. In 2020, the census found 990 people living in Greene. There were 459 households, which are groups of people living together in one home.
Most people in Greene are White. A very small number of people are from other racial backgrounds. About 0.6% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Greene was 49 years old. About 23% of the residents were under 20 years old. Many people were also 65 years old or older, making up almost 30% of the population.
What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, Greene had 1,130 people. There were 510 households. The population density was about 991 people per square mile.
Most people were White. A small number of people were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 0.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 49.8 years. About 19% of residents were under 18. Many people were also 65 or older, making up about 28% of the population.
Learning in Greene
Greene is part of the North Butler Community School District. This school district was created in 2011 when the Greene Community School District joined with the Allison–Bristow Community School District.
The local high school for students in Greene is North Butler High School.
Famous People from Greene
Greene has been home to some notable people:
- Thomas Braden (1917–2009) was an author. His book Eight Is Enough became a popular TV show on ABC called Eight Is Enough.
- Henry Norman Graven (1893–1970) was a United States federal judge. He served as a judge from 1944 to 1970.
- Frank D. Jackson (1854–1938) served as the 15th Governor of Iowa. He was governor from 1894 to 1896.
See also
In Spanish: Greene (Iowa) para niños
