Rutland, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rutland, Iowa
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Location of Rutland, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Humboldt |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.90 sq mi (2.33 km2) |
| • Land | 0.90 sq mi (2.33 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,106 ft (337 m) |
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| • Total | 113 |
| • Density | 125.70/sq mi (48.52/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50582
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-69375 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0460867 |
Rutland is a small city located in Humboldt County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 113 people lived there.
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The Story of Rutland: A Brief History
Rutland was officially planned and founded in 1869. It got its name from another city, Rutland, Vermont. A road called Iowa Highway 367 used to serve Rutland. But this highway was removed from service in 1980.
Where is Rutland Located?
Rutland is located in a specific spot: 42°45′32″N 94°17′34″W / 42.75889°N 94.29278°W. It sits right on the West Fork Des Moines River.
The city covers a total area of about 0.90 square miles (2.33 km2). All of this area is land, meaning there are no lakes or large rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Rutland? Population Facts
Rutland's population has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1910 | 212 | — |
| 1920 | 197 | −7.1% |
| 1930 | 222 | +12.7% |
| 1940 | 255 | +14.9% |
| 1950 | 225 | −11.8% |
| 1960 | 221 | −1.8% |
| 1970 | 215 | −2.7% |
| 1980 | 163 | −24.2% |
| 1990 | 149 | −8.6% |
| 2000 | 145 | −2.7% |
| 2010 | 126 | −13.1% |
| 2020 | 113 | −10.3% |
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Rutland's Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 113 people living in Rutland. There were 54 households and 33 families. This means there were about 125.7 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Rutland (99.1%) were White.
About 22.2% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in Rutland was 48.5 years old.
Rutland's Population in 2010
Back in 2010, the census showed 126 people living in Rutland. There were 63 households. The population density was about 140 people per square mile. Most residents (99.2%) were White.
About 15.9% of households had children under 18. The average age in the city was 49 years.
Schools in Rutland
The Humboldt Community School District is in charge of the public schools for Rutland. Students in Rutland attend:
- Mease Elementary School in Dakota City
- Taft Elementary School in Humboldt
- Humboldt Middle School
- Humboldt High School
Famous People from Rutland
- Doreen Wilber: She was an amazing archer who won a gold medal at the 1972 Summer Olympics!
Images for kids
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The Rutland dam is a big attraction in Humboldt County.
See also
In Spanish: Rutland (Iowa) para niños
