Rock Falls, Iowa facts for kids
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Rock Falls, Iowa
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Location of Rock Falls, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Cerro Gordo |
| Incorporated | July 17, 1882 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.21 sq mi (0.54 km2) |
| • Land | 0.21 sq mi (0.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,102 ft (336 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 150 |
| • Density | 724.64/sq mi (279.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50467
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-68025 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0460739 |
Rock Falls is a small city located in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, in the United States. It sits right next to the beautiful Shell Rock River. In 2020, about 150 people lived there. Rock Falls is also part of the larger Mason City area.
The city got its start with a post office named Shell Rock Falls in 1855. Later, in 1872, its name was shortened to Rock Falls.
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Geography of Rock Falls
Rock Falls is located at specific coordinates: 43.206223 degrees North and 93.086145 degrees West. This helps us find it on a map!
The United States Census Bureau says that the city covers a total area of about 0.21 square miles (0.54 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits, though the Shell Rock River flows nearby.
People of Rock Falls
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1870 | 221 | — |
| 1880 | 221 | +0.0% |
| 1890 | 122 | −44.8% |
| 1900 | 124 | +1.6% |
| 1910 | 87 | −29.8% |
| 1920 | 85 | −2.3% |
| 1930 | 109 | +28.2% |
| 1940 | 153 | +40.4% |
| 1950 | 139 | −9.2% |
| 1960 | 156 | +12.2% |
| 1970 | 150 | −3.8% |
| 1980 | 196 | +30.7% |
| 1990 | 155 | −20.9% |
| 2000 | 170 | +9.7% |
| 2010 | 155 | −8.8% |
| 2020 | 150 | −3.2% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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What the 2020 Census Showed
In 2020, the census counted 150 people living in Rock Falls. There were 70 households, which means 70 different homes where people lived. Out of these, 46 were families.
Most people in Rock Falls are White (96.7%). A small number of people (2.7%) identified as being of two or more races. About 2.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Rock Falls was 45 years old. About 18.7% of the residents were under 20 years old. Also, a good portion (30.7%) were 65 years old or older. The city has a slightly higher number of females (52.7%) than males (47.3%).
What the 2010 Census Showed
Back in 2010, the census recorded 155 people in Rock Falls. There were 68 households. Most residents (98.7%) were White.
The average age was a bit older, at 49.5 years. About 14.8% of residents were under 18. A larger group (27.1%) was 65 or older. The number of males and females was almost even, with 51.0% male and 49.0% female.
Schools in Rock Falls
The public schools in Rock Falls are part of the Central Springs Community School District. This school district was created on July 1, 2011. It was formed when two older school districts, the North Central Community School District and the Nora Springs–Rock Falls Community School District, joined together.
See also
In Spanish: Rock Falls (Iowa) para niños
