Northboro, Iowa facts for kids
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Northboro, Iowa
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Location of Northboro, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Page |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.66 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.66 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 52 |
| • Density | 204.72/sq mi (78.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51647
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-57045 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395264 |
Northboro is a small city located in Page County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 52 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Northboro
Northboro was officially planned and marked out in 1881. This happened shortly after a railroad line was built nearby, which helped the town grow.
On April 5, 1954, Northboro was hit by a very strong tornado. This tornado was an F4, which means it caused a lot of damage. Two people were hurt during this event.
Where is Northboro?
Northboro is located in the state of Iowa. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 0.26 square miles (0.66 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Northboro
Northboro has seen its population change over the years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1910 | 197 | — |
| 1920 | 228 | +15.7% |
| 1930 | 246 | +7.9% |
| 1940 | 182 | −26.0% |
| 1950 | 167 | −8.2% |
| 1960 | 135 | −19.2% |
| 1970 | 115 | −14.8% |
| 1980 | 115 | +0.0% |
| 1990 | 78 | −32.2% |
| 2000 | 60 | −23.1% |
| 2010 | 58 | −3.3% |
| 2020 | 52 | −10.3% |
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Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 52 people living in Northboro. Most of the people (about 92.3%) were White. A small number (3.8%) were from two or more races, and 3.8% were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Northboro was about 48.5 years old. About 19.2% of the residents were under 20 years old, while 26.9% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more females (53.8%) than males (46.2%).
Population in 2010
In 2010, Northboro had 58 residents. At that time, all residents were White. About 3.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 46 years. About 15.5% of the residents were under 18, and 10.3% were 65 or older. The city had more males (55.2%) than females (44.8%) in 2010.
Education in Northboro
Students in Northboro attend schools that are part of the Shenandoah Community School District.
See also
In Spanish: Northboro (Iowa) para niños
