Luxemburg, Iowa facts for kids
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Luxemburg, Iowa
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Holy Trinity Catholic Church
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Location of Luxemburg, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Dubuque |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.47 sq mi (1.22 km2) |
| • Land | 0.47 sq mi (1.22 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
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| • Total | 245 |
| • Density | 519.07/sq mi (200.53/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52056
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| Area code(s) | 563 |
| FIPS code | 19-47460 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0458690 |
Luxemburg is a small city located in Dubuque County, Iowa, in the United States. It's part of the larger Dubuque, Iowa area. In 2020, about 245 people lived there. This was just one person less than in 2000. Not far from Luxemburg, about four miles northwest, you can find the beautiful White Pine Hollow State Forest.
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Where is Luxemburg Located?
Luxemburg is found at coordinates 42.604830 degrees north and -91.076542 degrees west.
The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.46 square miles (1.22 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Who Lives in Luxemburg?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1920 | 93 | — |
| 1930 | 105 | +12.9% |
| 1940 | 124 | +18.1% |
| 1950 | 120 | −3.2% |
| 1960 | 159 | +32.5% |
| 1970 | 185 | +16.4% |
| 1980 | 271 | +46.5% |
| 1990 | 257 | −5.2% |
| 2000 | 246 | −4.3% |
| 2010 | 240 | −2.4% |
| 2020 | 245 | +2.1% |
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The population of Luxemburg has changed over the years. In 1920, there were only 93 people. The population grew to 271 in 1980 before slightly decreasing.
Luxemburg's Population in 2020
According to the census in 2020, 245 people lived in Luxemburg. There were 101 households and 82 families. The city had about 519 people per square mile.
Most residents, about 97.1%, were White. A small number of people identified as Asian or from two or more races. About 1.2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
- About 31.7% of households had children under 18.
- Most households (65.3%) were married couples.
- About 18.8% of households were not families.
- Around 14.9% of households had someone living alone.
- About 10.9% of households had someone aged 65 or older living by themselves.
The average age in Luxemburg was 44.5 years.
- Almost 25% of residents were under 20.
- About 27.3% were 65 years or older.
- The city had slightly more males (51.0%) than females (49.0%).
Luxemburg's Population in 2010
In 2010, the city had 240 people living in 100 households. The population density was about 521 people per square mile. All residents were identified as White. About 1.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
- About 28% of households had children under 18.
- Most households (68%) were married couples.
- About 25% of households were made up of individuals.
- Around 13% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The average age was 44 years.
- About 23.3% of residents were under 18.
- About 21.7% were 65 years or older.
- The city had slightly more males (51.3%) than females (48.8%).
Schools in Luxemburg
Students living in Luxemburg attend schools within the Western Dubuque Community School District.
