Iva, South Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location of Iva, South Carolina
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| Country | United States | |
| State | South Carolina | |
| County | Anderson | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.03 sq mi (2.66 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.02 sq mi (2.65 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) | |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,015 | |
| • Density | 991.21/sq mi (382.67/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
29655
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| Area codes | 864, 821 | |
| FIPS code | 45-36160 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 1246134 | |
Iva is a small town located in Anderson County, South Carolina. In 2020, about 1,015 people lived there.
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Where is Iva? Understanding its Location
Iva is found in the southern part of Anderson County. Its exact location is 34°18′26″N 82°39′50″W / 34.30722°N 82.66389°W. The town covers an area of about 2.3 square kilometers (0.89 square miles). This means it's a pretty compact town!
Learning in Iva: Schools and Library
Public education in Iva is managed by Anderson School District 3. This district includes two main schools for students in the area.
- Iva Elementary School
- Crescent High School
Iva also has a public library. It is part of the Anderson County Library System. In July 2024, work started to turn a former fire station building into the new library. While the new building is being prepared, the library is sharing space with the Iva Museum.
Who Lives in Iva? A Look at the Population
The number of people living in Iva has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different years:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 804 | — | |
| 1920 | 962 | 19.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,273 | 32.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,285 | 0.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,164 | −9.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,357 | 16.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,114 | −17.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,369 | 22.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,174 | −14.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,156 | −1.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,218 | 5.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,015 | −16.7% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 1,158 | −4.9% | |
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What the 2020 Census Shows
The 2020 United States census counted 1,015 people living in Iva. There were 514 households and 349 families in the town.
The census also collects information about the different groups of people living in Iva. This helps us understand the town's community better.
| Group | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 887 | 87.39% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 63 | 6.21% |
| Native American | 3 | 0.3% |
| Asian | 5 | 0.49% |
| Other/Mixed | 37 | 3.65% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 20 | 1.97% |
Famous People from Iva
- Ralph McT. Pennell was a U.S. Army major general. He was a very important military leader.
See also
In Spanish: Iva (Carolina del Sur) para niños
