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Martelle, Iowa
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Martelle, Iowa
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Location of Martelle, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Jones |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| • Land | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 909 ft (277 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 249 |
| • Density | 800.64/sq mi (309.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52305
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| Area code(s) | 319 |
| FIPS code | 19-49845 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0458825 |
Martelle, Iowa is a small city in Jones County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, the population was 249 people. It is part of the larger Cedar Rapids area.
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History
Martelle was officially planned and laid out in 1872. This happened when the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad was building its tracks through the area. The railroad helped the town grow.
Geography
Martelle is located at specific map coordinates: 42 degrees, 1 minute, 14 seconds North and 91 degrees, 21 minutes, 30 seconds West.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.81 square kilometers (0.31 square miles). All of this area is land.
Population and People
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 96 | — |
| 1900 | 158 | +64.6% |
| 1910 | 178 | +12.7% |
| 1920 | 156 | −12.4% |
| 1930 | 185 | +18.6% |
| 1940 | 215 | +16.2% |
| 1950 | 228 | +6.0% |
| 1960 | 247 | +8.3% |
| 1970 | 341 | +38.1% |
| 1980 | 316 | −7.3% |
| 1990 | 290 | −8.2% |
| 2000 | 280 | −3.4% |
| 2010 | 255 | −8.9% |
| 2020 | 249 | −2.4% |
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2020 Population Details
In 2020, the census showed there were 249 people living in Martelle. There were 110 households and 81 families. The city had about 800 people per square mile (309 per square kilometer).
Most of the people living in Martelle were White (97.6%). About 2.0% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was 36.1 years. About 23.7% of residents were under 20 years old. Also, 13.7% were 65 years old or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (52.2%) and females (47.8%).
2010 Population Details
The census in 2010 counted 255 people living in Martelle. There were 114 households and 81 families. The population density was about 750 people per square mile.
Most residents were White (97.6%). A small number (1.6%) were Asian, and 0.8% were from two or more races. About 0.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 45.7 years. About 16.5% of residents were under 18. Also, 21.2% were 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more females (51.8%) than males (48.2%).
Education
The Anamosa Community School District is responsible for operating the schools that serve the children in Martelle.
See also
In Spanish: Martelle (Iowa) para niños
