Lacona, Iowa facts for kids
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Lacona, Iowa
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Location of Lacona, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Warren |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.33 sq mi (0.86 km2) |
| • Land | 0.33 sq mi (0.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 345 |
| • Density | 1,042.30/sq mi (402.25/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50139
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-42285 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395579 |
Lacona is a small city in Warren County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, about 345 people lived there. It is part of the larger Des Moines metropolitan area.
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A Look Back at Lacona's History
Lacona was first planned and settled in 1856. It officially became a city in 1881.
Where is Lacona?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Lacona covers a total area of about 0.36 square miles (0.93 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Lacona?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 282 | — |
| 1890 | 301 | +6.7% |
| 1900 | 496 | +64.8% |
| 1910 | 517 | +4.2% |
| 1920 | 502 | −2.9% |
| 1930 | 443 | −11.8% |
| 1940 | 424 | −4.3% |
| 1950 | 430 | +1.4% |
| 1960 | 396 | −7.9% |
| 1970 | 424 | +7.1% |
| 1980 | 376 | −11.3% |
| 1990 | 357 | −5.1% |
| 2000 | 360 | +0.8% |
| 2010 | 361 | +0.3% |
| 2020 | 345 | −4.4% |
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Lacona's Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 345 people living in Lacona. There were 132 households and 88 families.
Most people living in Lacona were White (97.7%). A small number were Black or African American (0.3%), or from two or more races (1.7%). About 0.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Lacona was 39 years old. About 29.3% of residents were under 20. About 16.8% were 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more females (52.2%) than males (47.8%).
Lacona's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed 361 people living in Lacona. There were 152 households and 102 families.
Most residents were White (99.7%). A small number (0.3%) were from two or more races. About 0.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was 37.6 years. About 27.1% of residents were under 18. About 16.6% were 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more females (51.0%) than males (49.0%).
Schools in Lacona
Lacona is part of the Southeast Warren Community School District. This district was formed in 1959 when several local schools joined together.
The district has three schools:
- Southeast Warren Elementary School in Milo
- Southeast Warren Intermediate School in Lacona
- Southeast Warren Junior-Senior High School in Liberty Center
Famous People from Lacona
Some notable people have come from Lacona:
- Dave Baker – A professional baseball player.
- Cliff Clevenger – He was a United States Representative for Ohio from 1939 to 1959.
See also
In Spanish: Lacona para niños
