Lytton, Iowa facts for kids
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Lytton, Iowa
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The biggest little town for business in the state.
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Location of Lytton, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| Counties | Sac, & partially in Calhoun |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Land | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,227 ft (374 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 282 |
| • Density | 1,226.09/sq mi (474.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50561
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-47730 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0458704 |
Lytton is a small city located in the state of Iowa, in the United States. It is mainly in Sac County, but a small part of it extends into Calhoun County. In 2020, about 282 people lived there.
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Where is Lytton Located?
Lytton is found in Iowa, at specific geographic coordinates: 42.424360 degrees North and 94.859129 degrees West. The city covers a total area of about 0.20 square miles (0.52 square kilometers), and all of this area is land.
A Look at Lytton's Past
Lytton was named after a famous English writer, Edward Bulwer-Lytton. He was well-known for his novels and plays. The city's post office officially opened on January 10, 1900. A notable person from the area was Daryl Hecht, who became a justice on the Iowa Supreme Court. He grew up on a farm near Lytton.
Who Lives in Lytton?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1920 | 278 | — |
| 1930 | 373 | +34.2% |
| 1940 | 335 | −10.2% |
| 1950 | 373 | +11.3% |
| 1960 | 376 | +0.8% |
| 1970 | 378 | +0.5% |
| 1980 | 377 | −0.3% |
| 1990 | 320 | −15.1% |
| 2000 | 305 | −4.7% |
| 2010 | 315 | +3.3% |
| 2020 | 282 | −10.5% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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The population of Lytton has changed over the years. In 2020, the city had 282 residents. This population lived in 119 households, with 74 of these being families.
Lytton's Population in 2020
In 2020, most of the people living in Lytton were White. A small percentage of residents were from other racial backgrounds or identified with two or more races. About 3.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households included children under 18. The city's median age was 35.5 years old. This means half the population was younger than 35.5, and half was older. About 32.3% of residents were under 20 years old, showing a good number of young people.
Lytton's Population in 2010
In 2010, Lytton had 315 people. There were 135 households in the city. Most residents were White, with a small percentage identifying as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Lytton in 2010 was 39.4 years. About 24.1% of the residents were under 18 years old. The population was almost evenly split between males and females.
Education in Lytton
Students in Lytton attend schools within the South Central Calhoun Community School District.
Before this, Lytton had its own school district called the Lytton Community School District. In 1993, it joined with another district to form the Rockwell City–Lytton Community School District. Then, in 2014, this district merged again to become part of the South Central Calhoun Community School District.
See also
In Spanish: Lytton (Iowa) para niños
