Hanlontown, Iowa facts for kids
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Hanlontown, Iowa
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Location of Hanlontown, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Worth |
| Founded | October 9, 1899 |
| Incorporated | January 18, 1902 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.97 sq mi (2.51 km2) |
| • Land | 0.97 sq mi (2.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 206 |
| • Density | 212.59/sq mi (82.05/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50444
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-34185 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0457231 |
Hanlontown is a small city in Worth County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, about 206 people lived there. It is part of the wider Mason City area.
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History
Hanlontown was founded on October 9, 1899. This happened when a railroad line, the Chicago and North Western Railroad, was built through the area. The city was named after James Hanlon, who owned the land. Hanlontown officially became a city on January 18, 1902.
Geography
Hanlontown is located at 43°16′51″N 93°22′46″W / 43.28083°N 93.37944°W. The city covers a total area of about 0.97 square miles (2.51 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Demographics
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1910 | 129 | — |
| 1920 | 202 | +56.6% |
| 1930 | 190 | −5.9% |
| 1940 | 260 | +36.8% |
| 1950 | 257 | −1.2% |
| 1960 | 193 | −24.9% |
| 1970 | 182 | −5.7% |
| 1980 | 213 | +17.0% |
| 1990 | 193 | −9.4% |
| 2000 | 229 | +18.7% |
| 2010 | 226 | −1.3% |
| 2020 | 206 | −8.8% |
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Population in 2020
According to the census of 2020, there were 206 people living in Hanlontown. There were 84 households and 56 families. The city had about 212.5 people per square mile (82.0 per km2). Most residents were White (87.9%). About 4.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was 36.3 years. About 24.3% of residents were under 20 years old. Also, 16.5% were 65 years or older. The population was 45.6% male and 54.4% female.
Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, Hanlontown had 226 people. There were 90 households and 58 families. The population density was about 233.0 people per square mile. Most people were White (97.3%). About 4.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age was 36.7 years. About 27.4% of residents were under 18. Also, 9.3% were 65 years or older. The population was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
Education
Public schools in Hanlontown are part of the Central Springs Community School District. This district was formed on July 1, 2011. It combined the North Central Community School District and the Nora Springs–Rock Falls Community School District. Before this, Hanlontown was in the North Central district.
Town celebration
Hanlontown has an annual event called "Sundown Day." It happens on June 21, or the weekend before. This celebration is special because it matches the time when the sun sets on the railroad tracks, making them look golden.
See also
In Spanish: Hanlontown (Iowa) para niños
