Linden, Iowa facts for kids
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Linden, Iowa
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Location of Linden, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Dallas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.78 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Land | 0.78 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,129 ft (344 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 200 |
| • Density | 255.43/sq mi (98.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
5146
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-45390 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395716 |
Linden is a small city located in Dallas County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 200 people lived there. It is part of the larger Des Moines area.
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Geography
Linden is a small city with a total area of about 0.79 square miles (2.03 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People
Linden's population has changed over the years. Here is a look at how many people have lived in the city at different times:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 314 | — |
| 1910 | 315 | +0.3% |
| 1920 | 267 | −15.2% |
| 1930 | 314 | +17.6% |
| 1940 | 298 | −5.1% |
| 1950 | 290 | −2.7% |
| 1960 | 258 | −11.0% |
| 1970 | 278 | +7.8% |
| 1980 | 264 | −5.0% |
| 1990 | 201 | −23.9% |
| 2000 | 226 | +12.4% |
| 2010 | 199 | −11.9% |
| 2020 | 200 | +0.5% |
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2020 Census Details
In 2020, the city of Linden had 200 residents. There were 79 households, which means 79 different groups of people living together. Most of the people living in Linden were White. A small percentage of the population was Hispanic or Latino. The average age of people in Linden was about 43.5 years old.
2010 Census Details
According to the 2010 census, 199 people lived in Linden. There were 84 households. Most residents were White. About 1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. The average age was about 44.4 years old.
Local Events and Fun
Linden has a special event called Linden Daze. This festival happens every year on the third weekend in August. It includes a fun parade and a street dance for everyone to enjoy.
Parks and Recreation
For outdoor activities, Linden offers a local park. There is also a community building for gatherings and events. Sports lovers can use the baseball field.
Education
Students in Linden attend schools within the Panorama Community School District. This school district was formed in 1989. The main school buildings are located in the nearby town of Panora.
See also
In Spanish: Linden (Iowa) para niños
