Linn Grove, Iowa facts for kids
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Linn Grove, Iowa
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Location of Linn Grove, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Buena Vista |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.58 sq mi (1.51 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 163 |
| • Density | 292.11/sq mi (112.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51033
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-45480 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0458415 |
Linn Grove is a small city in Buena Vista County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 163 people.
Near Linn Grove, you can find the Chan-Ya-Ta Site. This special place holds the remains of a very old village, about 1000 years old! It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's an important historical site.
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History of Linn Grove
The town of Linn Grove got its name from a group of linden trees that grew nearby. A post office, which is where people send and receive mail, has been open in Linn Grove since 1877.
Geography and Location
Linn Grove is located in Iowa, near the Little Sioux River. Its exact location is 42.892537 degrees North and -95.241992 degrees West.
The city covers a total area of about 0.61 square miles (1.58 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.58 square miles (1.50 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.03 square miles (0.08 square kilometers), is water.
Population Over Time
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1920 | 433 | — |
| 1930 | 360 | −16.9% |
| 1940 | 402 | +11.7% |
| 1950 | 320 | −20.4% |
| 1960 | 330 | +3.1% |
| 1970 | 240 | −27.3% |
| 1980 | 205 | −14.6% |
| 1990 | 194 | −5.4% |
| 2000 | 211 | +8.8% |
| 2010 | 154 | −27.0% |
| 2020 | 163 | +5.8% |
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Linn Grove in 2020
According to the census in 2020, 163 people lived in Linn Grove. There were 82 households and 48 families in the city. The city had about 292 people per square mile.
Most residents, about 81%, identified as White. A small number were Black or African American (0.6%) or Pacific Islander (0.6%). About 12% of residents identified with two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up about 16.6% of the population.
About 20.7% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average age in the city was 52.8 years. About 20.2% of residents were under 20 years old. About 30.1% were 65 years or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (47.9%) and females (52.1%).
Linn Grove in 2010
In 2010, the census showed 154 people living in Linn Grove. There were 81 households. The population density was about 265.5 people per square mile.
Most people, about 96.8%, were White. About 0.6% were African American. About 2.6% were from other racial backgrounds. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 8.4% of the population.
The average age in the city was 51.7 years. About 16.9% of residents were under 18. Also, 16.9% were 65 years or older. The population was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
Local News and Media
The local newspaper that shares news and events for Linn Grove and nearby areas is called the Peterson Patriot.
Education for Students
Students in Linn Grove attend schools in the Sioux Central Community School District.
In the past, Linn Grove had its own school district. In the early 1960s, it joined with the Peterson School District to create the Sioux Valley School District. Later, on July 1, 1993, the Sioux Valley district combined with the Sioux Rapids-Rembrandt School District. This merger formed the current Sioux Central Community School District.
Famous People from Linn Grove
- Stell Andersen, a talented classical pianist.
- Rick Grapenthin, a professional baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: Linn Grove (Iowa) para niños
