Larrabee, Iowa facts for kids
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Larrabee, Iowa
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Location of Larrabee, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Cherokee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) |
| • Land | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,362 ft (415 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 123 |
| • Density | 946.15/sq mi (364.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51029
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-43500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0458234 |
Larrabee is a small city in Cherokee County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, about 123 people lived there. It is a quiet place located in the heart of Iowa.
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History of Larrabee
Larrabee got its name from William Larrabee, who was the 13th Governor of Iowa. A post office, which helps send and receive mail, has been open in Larrabee since 1877. This shows that people have lived and communicated in this area for a long time.
Geography and Location
Larrabee is located in the state of Iowa. Its exact spot on a map is 42°51′41″N 95°32′42″W / 42.86139°N 95.54500°W. The city covers a total area of about 0.12 square miles (0.31 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Larrabee has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 125 | — | |
| 1910 | 158 | 26.4% | |
| 1920 | 206 | 30.4% | |
| 1930 | 189 | −8.3% | |
| 1940 | 189 | 0.0% | |
| 1950 | 158 | −16.4% | |
| 1960 | 167 | 5.7% | |
| 1970 | 167 | 0.0% | |
| 1980 | 169 | 1.2% | |
| 1990 | 175 | 3.6% | |
| 2000 | 149 | −14.9% | |
| 2010 | 132 | −11.4% | |
| 2020 | 123 | −6.8% | |
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Larrabee's Population in 2020
In 2020, the city had 123 residents. There were 59 households and 41 families living in Larrabee. Most people living there were White (92.7%). A small number of people were Black or African American (0.8%), Asian (1.6%), or from two or more races (4.1%). About 4.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Larrabee was about 53.6 years old. About 13.8% of the residents were under 20 years old. Many people were between 25 and 64 years old. About 31.7% of the people were 65 years or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (48.0%) and females (52.0%).
Larrabee's Population in 2010
In 2010, Larrabee had 132 people living in the city. There were 62 households and 38 families. The population density was about 1100 people per square mile. Most residents were White (97.7%). About 4.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age was 45.5 years. About 20.5% of residents were under 18. Many people were between 45 and 64 years old. The number of males and females was very close, with 50% male and 50% female.
Education in Larrabee
Students in Larrabee attend schools operated by the Cherokee Community School District. This district provides education for children and teens in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Larrabee (Iowa) para niños
