Lansing, Iowa facts for kids
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Lansing, Iowa
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Where Main Street Meets The Mississippi
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Location of Lansing, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Allamakee |
| Township | Lansing |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.17 sq mi (3.03 km2) |
| • Land | 1.06 sq mi (2.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.27 km2) |
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 968 |
| • Density | 908.92/sq mi (350.89/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52151
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| Area code(s) | 563 |
| FIPS code | 19-43275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0458225 |
Lansing is a small city in Allamakee County, Iowa, United States. It is located in Lansing Township, Allamakee County, Iowa. In 2020, about 968 people lived there. Lansing is known for its beautiful location where the main street meets the Mississippi River.
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History of Lansing
Lansing was first planned out around 1851. The city got its name because the very first person to settle there came from Lansing, Michigan.
A famous person named Joseph "Diamond Jo" Reynolds built his first boat in Lansing. He named this boat after the town. Joseph Reynolds later became well-known for his "Diamond Jo" steamship line.
Geography of Lansing
Lansing is located in a scenic area. The city covers about 1.18 square miles (3.03 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, while a small part is water.
A special landmark called Mount Hosmer is found at the northern end of Lansing. It offers great views of the area.
About the People of Lansing
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1870 | 1,755 | — |
| 1880 | 1,811 | +3.2% |
| 1890 | 1,668 | −7.9% |
| 1900 | 1,438 | −13.8% |
| 1910 | 1,542 | +7.2% |
| 1920 | 1,447 | −6.2% |
| 1930 | 1,321 | −8.7% |
| 1940 | 1,388 | +5.1% |
| 1950 | 1,536 | +10.7% |
| 1960 | 1,325 | −13.7% |
| 1970 | 1,227 | −7.4% |
| 1980 | 1,181 | −3.7% |
| 1990 | 1,007 | −14.7% |
| 2000 | 1,012 | +0.5% |
| 2010 | 999 | −1.3% |
| 2020 | 968 | −3.1% |
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In 2020, the city of Lansing had 968 residents. There were 442 households in the city. Most of the people living in Lansing were White, making up about 96.1% of the population. A small number of residents were Black, Asian, or from two or more races. About 0.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Lansing was about 53 years old. Many residents were 65 years or older, showing it's a place where many older adults live. About 19.7% of the residents were under 20 years old. The number of males and females in the city was almost equal.
Fun Things to See and Do
Lansing has several interesting places to visit:
- Old Stone School – This historic school building was built way back in 1864.
- Commercial Fishing Museum – Here, you can learn about Lansing's past as a fishing town. It shows how people used to fish, make pearl buttons, and even harvest ice.
- Black Hawk Bridge – This impressive bridge was built in 1931.
- Mount Hosmer – This mountain was named after an artist, Harriet Hosmer. She climbed to its top in 1851.
- Allamakee County Historical Society Museum – This museum shares the history of Allamakee County.
The local newspaper for Lansing is called The Waukon Standard.
Schools in Lansing
The Eastern Allamakee Community School District manages the public schools in Lansing. Students in Lansing attend these schools:
- New Albin Elementary School
- Lansing Middle School
- Kee High School
Roads and Bridges
Iowa Highway 9 serves Lansing. This highway ends at the Black Hawk Bridge, which connects Iowa to Wisconsin. The Iowa Department of Transportation plans to replace the Black Hawk Bridge. Construction for the new bridge is expected to start in 2024.
Famous People from Lansing
- James Isham Gilbert – He was a Union general during the American Civil War. He moved to Iowa in 1851 and helped start the town of Lansing.
- Edwin G. Krebs – He was a scientist who won the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1992. He shared the prize for his work on how cells communicate.
See also
In Spanish: Lansing (Iowa) para niños
