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Paton, Iowa
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Location of Paton, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Greene |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,106 ft (337 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 221 |
| • Density | 393.24/sq mi (151.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50217
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| Area code | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-61815 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396160 |
Paton is a small city located in Greene County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 221 people. It is a quiet place with a friendly community feel.
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History of Paton
Paton started to grow when a railroad was built through the area. The railroad helped connect the town to other places and brought more people and businesses.
Geography of Paton
Paton is located in the state of Iowa. The city covers a total area of about 0.56 square miles (1.46 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People in Paton
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 84 | — |
| 1890 | 245 | +191.7% |
| 1900 | 328 | +33.9% |
| 1910 | 358 | +9.1% |
| 1920 | 414 | +15.6% |
| 1930 | 388 | −6.3% |
| 1940 | 394 | +1.5% |
| 1950 | 404 | +2.5% |
| 1960 | 370 | −8.4% |
| 1970 | 329 | −11.1% |
| 1980 | 291 | −11.6% |
| 1990 | 255 | −12.4% |
| 2000 | 265 | +3.9% |
| 2010 | 236 | −10.9% |
| 2020 | 221 | −6.4% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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Paton's Population in 2020
In 2020, the city of Paton had 221 residents living in 93 households. About 60 of these households were families. The population density was around 393 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Paton were White. A small number of residents were from other racial backgrounds.
About 25% of the households had children under 18 years old. The average age of people in Paton was about 35 years old. This means there was a mix of younger people, adults, and older residents living in the city.
Paton's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, Paton had 236 people living in 108 households. The population density was similar to 2020. Most residents were White, with a small percentage of African American and Native American people. About 3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Around 28% of households had children under 18. The average age was about 34.8 years. This shows that Paton has consistently been a community with a mix of age groups.
Education in Paton
Students in Paton attend public schools operated by the Paton-Churdan Community School District. This district serves the local area, providing education for children and teens.
Media in Paton
See also
In Spanish: Paton (Iowa) para niños
