Quasqueton, Iowa facts for kids
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Quasqueton, Iowa
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Rapids on the Wapsipinicon River with old mill monument at Quasqueton
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| Motto(s):
"Friendliest town by a dam site"
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Location of Quasqueton, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Buchanan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.16 sq mi (3.00 km2) |
| • Land | 1.13 sq mi (2.92 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 570 |
| • Density | 504.87/sq mi (194.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52326
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| Area code(s) | 319 |
| FIPS code | 19-65235 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0460483 |
Quasqueton is a small city located in Buchanan County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 570 people lived there.
Just outside of Quasqueton, you can find Cedar Rock. This park is home to a special house designed by the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Today, the state of Iowa takes care of it as a museum.
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History of Quasqueton
Quasqueton was an important meeting point for several Native American trails long ago. The first European-American settlers arrived in the area in 1842. A post office was opened in 1845, helping the community grow.
In 1858, the people of Quasqueton formed a group called the Quaqueton Mutual Protection Company. This group worked to prevent horse theft, which was a common problem back then. Sadly, in 1904, a large fire destroyed most of the town.
Geography of Quasqueton
Quasqueton is located at a specific point on the map: 42°23′41″N 91°45′33″W / 42.39472°N 91.75917°W. This means it's in the northern part of the United States.
The city covers a total area of about 1.16 square miles (3.00 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.13 square miles (2.92 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.03 square miles (0.08 square kilometers), is water.
Population Changes in Quasqueton
Quasqueton's population has changed over many years. Here's a look at how many people have lived there at different times:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 529 | — |
| 1910 | 394 | −25.5% |
| 1920 | 453 | +15.0% |
| 1930 | 342 | −24.5% |
| 1940 | 400 | +17.0% |
| 1950 | 374 | −6.5% |
| 1960 | 373 | −0.3% |
| 1970 | 464 | +24.4% |
| 1980 | 599 | +29.1% |
| 1990 | 579 | −3.3% |
| 2000 | 574 | −0.9% |
| 2010 | 554 | −3.5% |
| 2020 | 570 | +2.9% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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Quasqueton in 2020
According to the census taken in 2020, there were 570 people living in Quasqueton. These people lived in 239 households, and 160 of these were families.
The city had about 505 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Quasqueton were White. A small number of people identified with two or more races.
The average age of people in Quasqueton was about 44 years old. About 24% of the residents were under 20 years old. About 18% were 65 years or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (50.2%) and females (49.8%).
Quasqueton in 2010
In the census of 2010, Quasqueton had 554 people. They lived in 232 households, with 162 of these being families.
The population density was about 490 people per square mile. Most residents were White. A small percentage of people identified as African American, Asian, or from other races.
The average age in 2010 was 40.4 years. About 21% of residents were under 18 years old. About 13% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more males (51.8%) than females (48.2%).
Notable People from Quasqueton
- Larry Lujack (born Larry Lee Blankenburg in Quasqueton, June 6, 1940; died December 18, 2013) was a famous radio DJ. He is a member of both the National Radio Hall of Fame and the NAB Hall of Fame. He was best known for his work on radio stations like WCFL (AM) and WLS AM/FM in Chicago.
See also
In Spanish: Quasqueton (Iowa) para niños
