Mallard, Iowa facts for kids
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Mallard, Iowa
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Location of Mallard, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Palo Alto |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.39 sq mi (1.01 km2) |
| • Land | 0.39 sq mi (1.01 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 257 |
| • Density | 655.61/sq mi (253.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50562
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-48585 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0458740 |
Mallard is a small city in Palo Alto County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 257 people lived there. It's a friendly place, as you can see from the welcome sign!
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How Did Mallard Get Its Name?
Mallard started around 1882. This was when the Des Moines and Fort Dodge Railroad built its tracks through the area.
The president of the railroad loved to hunt. He noticed many mallard ducks living in the local ponds. So, he decided to name the new town "Mallard" after these birds.
Where is Mallard Located?
Mallard is located in Iowa. It's found at coordinates 42°56′14″N 94°41′3″W / 42.93722°N 94.68417°W.
The city covers a total area of about 1.01 square kilometers (0.39 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Mallard?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 292 | — |
| 1910 | 331 | +13.4% |
| 1920 | 431 | +30.2% |
| 1930 | 449 | +4.2% |
| 1940 | 438 | −2.4% |
| 1950 | 399 | −8.9% |
| 1960 | 431 | +8.0% |
| 1970 | 384 | −10.9% |
| 1980 | 407 | +6.0% |
| 1990 | 360 | −11.5% |
| 2000 | 298 | −17.2% |
| 2010 | 274 | −8.1% |
| 2020 | 257 | −6.2% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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The census helps us learn about the people living in a city. Here's what the 2020 census showed for Mallard:
Mallard's Population in 2020
In 2020, 257 people lived in Mallard. There were 125 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most people in Mallard are White. A very small number of people are from other racial backgrounds. About 0.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Mallard was about 49.6 years old. This means that many adults live there. About 20.6% of the people were under 20 years old. Also, 24.1% were 65 years or older.
More males live in Mallard than females. About 54.5% of the population was male, and 45.5% was female.
Learning in Mallard
Students in Mallard attend schools in the West Bend–Mallard Community School District. This school district was created in 1995. It joined the schools from West Bend and Mallard together.
Famous People from Mallard
Even small towns can have famous people! Here are a few notable individuals who were born in Mallard:
- Mark Kacmarynski: He was a running back in NFL Europe. He played for the Frankfurt Galaxy in 1999.
- Frank Mulroney: He was a relief pitcher in professional baseball. He played for the Boston Red Sox in 1930.
See also
In Spanish: Mallard (Iowa) para niños
