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Redding, Iowa
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Location of Redding, Iowa
Location of Redding, Iowa
Country  United States
State  Iowa
County Ringgold
Area
 • Total 1.00 sq mi (2.59 km2)
 • Land 0.99 sq mi (2.56 km2)
 • Water 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2)
Elevation
1,135 ft (346 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 63
 • Density 63.70/sq mi (24.58/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
50860
Area code(s) 641
FIPS code 19-66000
GNIS feature ID 2396339

Redding is a small city located in the southwestern part of Ringgold County, in the state of Iowa, United States. In 2020, about 63 people lived there.

About Redding's Location

Redding covers a total area of about 1 square mile (2.59 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water. The city is located in the United States and is part of Iowa, a state known for its farming.

People of Redding

Historical populations
Year Pop. ±%
1880 85 —    
1890 214 +151.8%
1900 311 +45.3%
1910 269 −13.5%
1920 289 +7.4%
1930 272 −5.9%
1940 246 −9.6%
1950 200 −18.7%
1960 129 −35.5%
1970 111 −14.0%
1980 91 −18.0%
1990 119 +30.8%
2000 78 −34.5%
2010 82 +5.1%
2020 63 −23.2%
Source: and Iowa Data Center
Source:
U.S. Decennial Census

Redding's Population in 2020

In 2020, a census counted 63 people living in Redding. These people lived in 34 households, and 22 of these were families. The city had about 63.7 people per square mile. Most residents (95.2%) were White. A small number (3.2%) were from two or more racial backgrounds.

About 35.3% of the households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (44.1%) were married couples living together. The average age of people in Redding was 56.5 years old. About 25.4% of residents were under 20, and 30.2% were 65 or older. The population was slightly more female (55.6%) than male (44.4%).

Redding's Population in 2010

Back in 2010, the census showed that 82 people lived in Redding. There were 37 households in the city. The population density was about 82 people per square mile. All residents were identified as White.

In 2010, 21.6% of households had children under 18. About 48.6% of households were married couples. The average age in Redding was 51.5 years. About 24.4% of residents were under 18, and 20.7% were 65 or older. The number of males and females was almost equal, with 50% male and 50% female.

Schools in Redding

The Mount Ayr Community School District is responsible for running the public schools that serve the community of Redding. This means students in Redding attend schools within this district.

See also

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