Iaeger, West Virginia facts for kids
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Iaeger, West Virginia
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Iaeger West Virginia 2017
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Location of Iaeger in McDowell County, West Virginia.
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 Iaeger, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Iaeger, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | McDowell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.84 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Land | 0.79 sq mi (2.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 257 |
| • Density | 305.56/sq mi (117.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
24844
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| Area code(s) | 304 |
| FIPS code | 54-39652 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1540647 |
| Website | https://local.wv.gov/iaeger/Pages/default.aspx |
Iaeger (pronounced YAY-ger) is a small town in McDowell County, West Virginia, United States. In 2020, about 257 people lived there. It is known for its quiet, friendly atmosphere.
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History of Iaeger
Iaeger became an official town in 1917. It was named after Colonel William G. W. Iaeger. He was one of the first people to settle in the area.
Where is Iaeger?
Iaeger is located in West Virginia. The town covers a total area of about 2.16 square kilometers (0.83 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
A special meeting point for the Norfolk Southern Railway is found in Iaeger. This means different train lines connect there. Iaeger is also the westernmost town in McDowell County.
Iaeger's Weather
The weather in Iaeger has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps.
People of Iaeger
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 481 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,066 | 121.6% | |
| 1940 | 986 | −7.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,271 | 28.9% | |
| 1960 | 930 | −26.8% | |
| 1970 | 822 | −11.6% | |
| 1980 | 833 | 1.3% | |
| 1990 | 551 | −33.9% | |
| 2000 | 358 | −35.0% | |
| 2010 | 302 | −15.6% | |
| 2020 | 257 | −14.9% | |
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The population of Iaeger has changed over the years. In 1920, there were 481 people. The population grew to its highest in 1950 with 1,271 people. By 2020, the population was 257.
2010 Population Details
In 2010, there were 302 people living in Iaeger. These people lived in 131 households. About 83 of these households were families.
Most of the people in Iaeger were White (98.3%). A small number were African American (1.3%). The average age of people in the town was about 45 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Iaeger (Virginia Occidental) para niños
