Kinross, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kinross, Iowa
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Location of Kinross, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Keokuk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.19 sq mi (0.49 km2) |
| • Land | 0.19 sq mi (0.49 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
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| • Total | 80 |
| • Density | 423.28/sq mi (163.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52335
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| Area code(s) | 319 |
| FIPS code | 19-41475 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395544 |
Kinross is a small city in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, its population was 80 people. The city was named after a place called Kinross in Scotland.
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History of Kinross
Kinross began in 1879. People moved their homes and businesses to be closer to a new train station. This big move caused their old community, Hinkletown, Iowa, to become a ghost town.
Where is Kinross?
Kinross is located in the state of Iowa. It is southwest of a larger city called Iowa City.
The United States Census Bureau says that Kinross covers a total area of about 0.49 square kilometers (0.19 square miles). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Kinross?
Kinross has had different numbers of people living there over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 132 | — |
| 1910 | 142 | +7.6% |
| 1920 | 138 | −2.8% |
| 1930 | 137 | −0.7% |
| 1940 | 109 | −20.4% |
| 1950 | 105 | −3.7% |
| 1960 | 103 | −1.9% |
| 1970 | 98 | −4.9% |
| 1980 | 79 | −19.4% |
| 1990 | 89 | +12.7% |
| 2000 | 80 | −10.1% |
| 2010 | 73 | −8.8% |
| 2020 | 80 | +9.6% |
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Kinross Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 80 people living in Kinross. There were 24 households and 17 families. This means there were about 163 people per square kilometer (423 per square mile).
Most of the people in Kinross (90%) were White. A small number (1.2%) were Asian, and 8.8% were from two or more racial backgrounds. About 1.2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
- About 41.7% of households had children under 18.
- Nearly half (45.8%) were married couples.
- About 29.2% of all households were made up of people living alone.
- Around 20.8% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The average age in Kinross was 34.3 years. About 33.8% of residents were under 20 years old. About 15% were 65 years or older. Slightly more than half (51.2%) of the residents were male, and 48.8% were female.
Kinross Population in 2010
The 2010 census showed 73 people living in Kinross. There were 32 households and 19 families. The population density was about 365 people per square mile (141 per square kilometer). All residents were White.
- About 28.1% of households had children under 18.
- Almost half (46.9%) were married couples.
- About 37.5% of households were individuals living alone.
- Around 12.5% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The average age was 44.5 years. About 24.7% of residents were under 18. Around 8.2% were 65 years or older. The population was 53.4% male and 46.6% female.
Education in Kinross
Students in Kinross attend schools within the English Valleys Community School District.
See also
In Spanish: Kinross (Iowa) para niños
