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Newell, Iowa
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Allee Mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
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Location of Newell, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Buena Vista |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.26 sq mi (3.27 km2) |
| • Land | 1.26 sq mi (3.27 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,263 ft (385 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 906 |
| • Density | 717.34/sq mi (277.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50568
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-55965 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0459505 |
Newell is a city located in Buena Vista County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 906 people. It is a small community with a rich history.
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History of Newell
Newell was first established in 1870. It began as a station along the Dubuque and Sioux City Railroad line. The city was named after John Newell, who was a Vice President of that railroad company at the time. Newell officially became an incorporated city in 1876.
Geography of Newell
Newell covers a total area of about 1.27 square miles (3.27 square kilometers). All of this area is land. This means there are no large lakes, rivers, or significant water bodies within the city limits.
Population and People
The number of people living in Newell has changed over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 348 | — |
| 1890 | 540 | +55.2% |
| 1900 | 762 | +41.1% |
| 1910 | 728 | −4.5% |
| 1920 | 809 | +11.1% |
| 1930 | 812 | +0.4% |
| 1940 | 854 | +5.2% |
| 1950 | 884 | +3.5% |
| 1960 | 893 | +1.0% |
| 1970 | 877 | −1.8% |
| 1980 | 913 | +4.1% |
| 1990 | 1,089 | +19.3% |
| 2000 | 887 | −18.5% |
| 2010 | 876 | −1.2% |
| 2020 | 906 | +3.4% |
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Newell's Population in 2020
According to the census in 2020, there were 906 people living in Newell. The city had 359 households. The average age of people in Newell was 36.8 years old. About 29.6% of the residents were under 20 years old.
Newell's Population in 2010
In the census of 2010, Newell had 876 residents. There were 356 households in the city. The average age of people living in Newell at that time was 41.1 years. About 25.8% of the residents were under 18 years old.
Education in Newell
Students in Newell attend schools within the Newell-Fonda Community School District. This district operates Newell-Fonda High School, which is located right in Newell.
Famous People from Newell
- George L. Dobson (1861-1919) was an important person who lived in Newell. He served as the mayor of Newell and later became the Iowa Secretary of State.
See also
In Spanish: Newell (Iowa) para niños
