Guernsey, Iowa facts for kids
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Guernsey, Iowa
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Location of Guernsey, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Poweshiek |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 823 ft (251 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 63 |
| • Density | 112.10/sq mi (43.25/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52221
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| Area code(s) | 319 |
| FIPS code | 19-33285 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0457176 |
Guernsey is a small town located in Poweshiek County, Iowa, in the United States. It is a quiet community. According to the 2020 census, 63 people lived there.
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History of Guernsey
Guernsey was officially planned and marked out as a town in 1884. This process is called "platting." The town was named after Guernsey County, Ohio. A post office was first opened in Guernsey in 1884. This helped people send and receive mail in the new town.
Geography of Guernsey
Guernsey is located in central Iowa. Its exact location is 41°39′0″N 92°20′40″W / 41.65000°N 92.34444°W. This means it is at 41 degrees, 39 minutes North latitude and 92 degrees, 20 minutes, 40 seconds West longitude.
The United States Census Bureau states that the town covers a total area of about 0.18 square miles (0.47 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population and Demographics
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1910 | 143 | — |
| 1920 | 167 | +16.8% |
| 1930 | 177 | +6.0% |
| 1940 | 121 | −31.6% |
| 1950 | 113 | −6.6% |
| 1960 | 108 | −4.4% |
| 1970 | 94 | −13.0% |
| 1980 | 83 | −11.7% |
| 1990 | 70 | −15.7% |
| 2000 | 70 | +0.0% |
| 2010 | 63 | −10.0% |
| 2020 | 63 | +0.0% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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The population of Guernsey has changed over the years. In 1910, there were 143 people. The population grew to 177 by 1930. Since then, it has slowly decreased. By 2020, the population was 63 people.
Guernsey's Population in 2020
The census of 2020 showed that 63 people lived in Guernsey. There were 31 households and 19 families. The town had about 112 people per square mile (43.3 per square kilometer).
Most residents were White. A small percentage of people were from other racial backgrounds. Some residents identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Guernsey was about 48.9 years old. About 11% of residents were under 20 years old. Another 28.6% were 65 years old or older. The town had a nearly equal number of males and females.
Guernsey's Population in 2010
The census of 2010 also counted 63 people living in Guernsey. There were 27 households and 18 families. The population density was about 350 people per square mile (135 per square kilometer).
Most of the people living in Guernsey were White. A small group of residents were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 43.8 years. About 23.8% of residents were under 18 years old. About 28.6% were 65 years old or older. The town had slightly more males than females.
Education in Guernsey
The BGM Community School District is responsible for the public schools in the Guernsey area. This school district was created in 1960. It was formed when schools from Brooklyn, Guernsey, and Malcom joined together.
See also
In Spanish: Guernsey (Iowa) para niños
