South English, Iowa facts for kids
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South English, Iowa
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The Post Office (and Odd Fellows Hall) in South English as they appeared in August of 2013.
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Location of South English, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Keokuk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| • Land | 0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 202 |
| • Density | 643.31/sq mi (248.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52335
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| Area code(s) | 319 |
| FIPS code | 19-74055 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395914 |
South English is a small city located in Keokuk County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 202 people lived there. The city gets its name from the nearby English River.
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Discovering South English's Past
South English officially became a city in 1892. It was named after the English River, which flows nearby. A notable event happened close to the community in 1863. This event, sometimes called Tally's War or the Skunk River War, involved a disagreement between groups with different views during a time of conflict.
Exploring South English's Location
South English is located in Iowa. The United States Census Bureau reports that the city covers a total area of about 0.81 square kilometers (0.31 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Understanding South English's Population
The number of people living in South English has changed over the years. Here is a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 360 | — |
| 1900 | 319 | −11.4% |
| 1910 | 338 | +6.0% |
| 1920 | 355 | +5.0% |
| 1930 | 296 | −16.6% |
| 1940 | 288 | −2.7% |
| 1950 | 248 | −13.9% |
| 1960 | 217 | −12.5% |
| 1970 | 218 | +0.5% |
| 1980 | 211 | −3.2% |
| 1990 | 224 | +6.2% |
| 2000 | 213 | −4.9% |
| 2010 | 212 | −0.5% |
| 2020 | 202 | −4.7% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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People in South English: 2020 Census
According to the 2020 census, 202 people lived in South English. There were 82 households and 60 families. Most residents were White. A small number of people identified as Black or African American, or from two or more races. About 5.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the city was about 40.3 years old. Nearly a quarter of the residents were under 20 years old. About 15% were 65 years or older. The population was made up of slightly more males (54%) than females (46%).
People in South English: 2010 Census
The 2010 census showed that 212 people lived in South English. There were 88 households and 58 families. Most of the people were White. A small percentage of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the city was 37.3 years. About 29% of residents were under 18 years old. Around 12.5% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more males (53.8%) than females (46.2%).
Education in South English
Students in South English attend schools within the English Valleys Community School District.
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