Ogden, Iowa facts for kids
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Ogden, Iowa
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"Our City, make it yours"
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Location of Ogden, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Boone |
| Township | Yell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.37 sq mi (3.54 km2) |
| • Land | 1.37 sq mi (3.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,109 ft (338 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,007 |
| • Density | 1,467.11/sq mi (566.59/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50212
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-58665 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0459806 |
Ogden is a city located in Boone County, Iowa, United States. It's part of Yell Township. In 2020, about 2,007 people lived there. Ogden is also part of a larger area that includes the cities of Boone, Iowa and Ames, Iowa.
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History of Ogden
Ogden was officially planned and laid out in 1866. The town got its name from William B. Ogden, who was an important person in the railroad business. A post office opened in Ogden in 1871, and the town officially became a city in 1878.
Geography of Ogden
Ogden is located at specific coordinates: 42.040057 degrees North and -94.030678 degrees West. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The city covers a total area of about 1.37 square miles (3.54 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
People in Ogden
| Historical populations | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 568 | — |
| 1890 | 689 | +21.3% |
| 1900 | 993 | +44.1% |
| 1910 | 1,298 | +30.7% |
| 1920 | 1,451 | +11.8% |
| 1930 | 1,429 | −1.5% |
| 1940 | 1,513 | +5.9% |
| 1950 | 1,486 | −1.8% |
| 1960 | 1,525 | +2.6% |
| 1970 | 1,661 | +8.9% |
| 1980 | 1,953 | +17.6% |
| 1990 | 1,909 | −2.3% |
| 2000 | 2,023 | +6.0% |
| 2010 | 2,044 | +1.0% |
| 2020 | 2,007 | −1.8% |
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2020 Population Count
In 2020, the city of Ogden had 2,007 people living in 826 households. About 539 of these were families. The city had about 1,467 people per square mile.
Most people in Ogden were White (96.3%). A small number were from other racial backgrounds or identified with two or more races. About 1.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 30.5% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (50.4%) were married couples. The average age in Ogden was 41.8 years. About 25.9% of residents were under 20 years old.
2010 Population Count
In 2010, there were 2,044 people living in Ogden, with 829 households. The population density was about 1,492 people per square mile.
About 32.6% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.43 people. The median age was 41.6 years. About 24.8% of residents were under 18 years old.
Transportation in Ogden
Ogden is located along U.S. Route 30, an important highway. The original Lincoln Highway (Walnut Street) used to go right through the center of town. However, a new four-lane highway was built in 1965 that goes around the south side of Ogden.
The old part of Highway 30 in the business district was repaved. There were even some footprints in the old cement that were saved before the new paving! Another important road, U.S. Route 169 (First Street), used to cross Highway 30 in Ogden. These main roads helped Ogden's businesses grow because of all the traffic passing through.
A major east-west railroad line, once part of the Chicago & North Western railroad, also runs through Ogden. This line was a key connection between Chicago and the western United States. Before 1956, there was a train station in Ogden where people could catch passenger trains. The railroad also had an office that handled packages and freight for the town. Today, this line is part of the Union Pacific railroad.
Economy in Ogden
The economy of Ogden involves various jobs and businesses. Here are some facts about it:
- Unemployment rate: This is the percentage of people who want to work but can't find a job. In Ogden, it's 3.6%, which is lower than the USA average (6%).
- Recent job growth: This shows how much the number of jobs has changed recently. Ogden has seen a small decrease (-5.8%), similar to the national trend (-6.2%).
- Future job growth: This is an estimate of how many jobs might be added in the future. Ogden is expected to have 21.1% job growth, though this is less than the USA average (33.5%).
- Sales taxes: When you buy things in Ogden, there's a 7.00% sales tax. The USA average is 7.3%.
- Income per person: This is the average amount of money each person earns in a year. In Ogden, it's about $33,469, compared to the USA average of $37,638.
- Household income: This is the average amount of money earned by a household in a year. In Ogden, it's about $55,852, compared to the USA average of $69,021.
Education in Ogden
Children living in Ogden attend schools within the Ogden Community School District. The school system has two main buildings: one for elementary school students and another combined building for middle school and high school students. The school district is actually the biggest employer in the town, providing many jobs for teachers and staff.
Notable People from Ogden
- Mike Banks: A professional football player who played as a tight end for the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL.
- Brooklyn Supreme: This was a world-record setting horse, known for being the heaviest horse ever. He lived from 1928 to 1948.
- Dennis B. Kouhns: An Army Specialist who was from Ogden. He sadly died in 1968 while serving in Vietnam. He was the only soldier from Ogden to pass away during the Vietnam War.
- Carl Nebbe: A bandleader who led the Carl Nebbe Orchestra and other bands from the 1930s to the 1950s.
- Charity Nebbe: A well-known broadcaster who works for Iowa PBS and Iowa Public Radio.
- Zane Satre: He joined the weather team at KCCI-TV Channel 8 in 2022 and is currently a weekend meteorologist.
See also
- In Spanish: Ogden (Iowa) para niños
