Portsmouth, Iowa facts for kids
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Portsmouth, Iowa
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Location of Portsmouth, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Shelby |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.29 sq mi (0.77 km2) |
| • Land | 0.29 sq mi (0.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 182 |
| • Density | 616.95/sq mi (237.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51565
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-64200 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396260 |
| Website | City of Portsmouth |
Portsmouth is a small city located in Shelby County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 182 people. It is a quiet community in the heart of the Midwest.
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History of Portsmouth
The first person to settle permanently in Portsmouth was William Williams. He built a log cabin home there sometime in the 1860s.
Portsmouth officially began in 1882. This was when the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul railway planned and laid out the town along its train tracks.
Geography of Portsmouth
Portsmouth is located in Iowa, a state in the central United States. The city covers a total area of about 0.28 square miles (0.72 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population and People
The number of people living in Portsmouth has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1890 | 250 | — |
| 1900 | 316 | +26.4% |
| 1910 | 347 | +9.8% |
| 1920 | 280 | −19.3% |
| 1930 | 328 | +17.1% |
| 1940 | 320 | −2.4% |
| 1950 | 299 | −6.6% |
| 1960 | 232 | −22.4% |
| 1970 | 239 | +3.0% |
| 1980 | 240 | +0.4% |
| 1990 | 209 | −12.9% |
| 2000 | 225 | +7.7% |
| 2010 | 195 | −13.3% |
| 2020 | 182 | −6.7% |
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Portsmouth in 2020
In 2020, there were 182 people living in Portsmouth. These people lived in 86 different homes. About 54 of these homes were families.
The city had about 616 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Portsmouth were White (96.7%). A small number (3.3%) were from two or more races. Less than 1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Portsmouth was 45.3 years old. About 20.3% of residents were under 20 years old. Also, 20.3% were 65 years or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (50.5%) and females (49.5%).
Portsmouth in 2010
In 2010, Portsmouth had 195 people. They lived in 94 homes. About 59 of these homes were families.
The city had about 696 people per square mile. Most residents (98.5%) were White. A small number (0.5%) were African American. About 1.0% of residents were from two or more races.
The average age in the city was 51.2 years. About 16.9% of residents were under 18 years old. About 26.7% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more males (52.3%) than females (47.7%).
Education in Portsmouth
Students in Portsmouth attend public schools operated by the Harlan Community School District. This school district serves several nearby towns and communities. These include Harlan, Defiance, Earling, Panama, Portsmouth, and Westphalia. It also serves the areas around Jacksonville and Corley.
See also
In Spanish: Portsmouth (Iowa) para niños
