Neola, Iowa facts for kids
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Neola, Iowa
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The Historic Phoenix Theatre in Neola, Iowa
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Location of Neola, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Pottawattamie |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.64 sq mi (1.65 km2) |
| • Land | 0.63 sq mi (1.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 918 |
| • Density | 1,448.12/sq mi (559.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51559
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-55560 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395171 |
Neola is a city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States. It is a friendly community with a rich history. In 2020, the city had a population of 918 people.
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History of Neola
Neola started in the year 1869. This happened after the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad built its railway tracks through the area. The railroad helped the town grow and connect with other places.
Geography of Neola
Neola is a small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 1.65 square kilometers (0.64 square miles). All of this area is land.
Population and People in Neola
How Many People Live in Neola?
The population of Neola was 918 people in 2020. This number comes from the 2020 United States Census. The city has about 559 people living in each square kilometer.
Neola's Community in 2020
In 2020, there were 363 households in Neola. A household is a group of people living together. About 36% of these households had children under 18 years old. Many families were married couples living together.
Most people in Neola are White, making up about 94% of the population. About 3.3% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Neola was 35.7 years old. About 32% of residents were under 20 years old. Also, 15.7% of the people were 65 years or older. The city has a good balance of different age groups. There were slightly more females (52%) than males (48%).
Education in Neola
Students in Neola attend schools operated by the Tri-Center Community School District. The high school for the area is Tri-Center High School.
Some students from Neola also attend Saint Albert Catholic Schools. These schools are located in Council Bluffs.
Notable People from Neola
- Red Downs: A professional baseball player.
- R. A. Lafferty: A well-known science fiction writer.
- Red Morgan: Another professional baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: Neola (Iowa) para niños
