Ireton, Iowa facts for kids
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Ireton, Iowa
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Location of Ireton, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Sioux |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.02 sq mi (2.64 km2) |
| • Land | 1.02 sq mi (2.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,424 ft (434 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 590 |
| • Density | 578.43/sq mi (223.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51027
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-38820 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0457850 |
Ireton is a small city located in Sioux County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 590 people lived there. It is a quiet community known for its friendly atmosphere.
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History of Ireton
Ireton was officially planned and marked out in 1882. It got its name from Henry Ireton. He was a famous military leader who worked with Oliver Cromwell during the English Civil War. A post office has been open in Ireton since it was founded in 1882.
Geography and Location of Ireton
Ireton is located at coordinates 42.974206 degrees North and 96.317640 degrees West. This means it is in the northwestern part of Iowa.
A small stream called Indian Creek flows through the northern part of the city. This creek eventually joins the larger Big Sioux River. The city covers a total area of about 1.01 square miles (2.64 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
Population Changes in Ireton
The number of people living in Ireton has changed over many years. Here is a look at its population history:
| Historical populations | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1890 | 412 | — |
| 1900 | 545 | +32.3% |
| 1910 | 631 | +15.8% |
| 1920 | 730 | +15.7% |
| 1930 | 612 | −16.2% |
| 1940 | 653 | +6.7% |
| 1950 | 573 | −12.3% |
| 1960 | 510 | −11.0% |
| 1970 | 582 | +14.1% |
| 1980 | 588 | +1.0% |
| 1990 | 597 | +1.5% |
| 2000 | 585 | −2.0% |
| 2010 | 609 | +4.1% |
| 2020 | 590 | −3.1% |
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Ireton's Population in 2020
In 2020, the city of Ireton had 590 residents. There were 233 households, which are groups of people living together. About 30.5% of these households had children under 18 years old. The average age of people in Ireton was 38.0 years. About 27.6% of the residents were under 20 years old. The population was split almost evenly between males and females.
Ireton's Population in 2010
In 2010, Ireton had 609 people living in the city. There were 246 households. About 32.5% of these households included children under 18. The average age of residents was 38.6 years. About 26.3% of the people were under 18 years old.
Education in Ireton
Ireton is part of the West Sioux Community School District. This district was formed in 1959 and also includes the towns of Hawarden and Chatsworth. Before this, Ireton had its own public school.
Today, Ireton is home to the Ireton Elementary Center. This school provides classes for students in kindergarten and first grade.
The town also has the Ireton Christian School. This school offers classes for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. It is a member of Christian Schools International, a group of Christian schools.
Notable People from Ireton
Some well-known people have come from Ireton:
- Stanley L. Greigg: He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, which is part of the United States Congress.
- The Honorable Terry L. Huitink: He served as a Judge on the Iowa Court of Appeals.
See also
- In Spanish: Ireton (Iowa) para niños
