Stanhope, Iowa facts for kids
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Stanhope, Iowa
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| Motto(s):
"A Slice of the Good Life"
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Location of Stanhope, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Hamilton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.98 sq mi (2.54 km2) |
| • Land | 0.98 sq mi (2.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,115 ft (340 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 364 |
| • Density | 371.43/sq mi (143.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50246
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-74910 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0461950 |
| Website | Stanhope, Iowa Website |
Stanhope is a small city in Hamilton County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 364 people lived there.
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A Look Back: Stanhope's History
Stanhope was first planned out in 1883. It might have been named after Lady Hester Stanhope. She was a British traveler and writer. Another idea is that it was named after an official. This person worked for the Chicago Northwestern Railroad. The city officially became a city on December 14, 1897.
Stanhope's Location and Land
Stanhope is located at 42°17′22″N 93°47′43″W / 42.28944°N 93.79528°W. This is its exact spot on a map.
The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.97 square miles. That's about 2.54 square kilometers. All of this area is land, with no water.
Who Lives in Stanhope: Population Facts
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 297 | — |
| 1910 | 281 | −5.4% |
| 1920 | 400 | +42.3% |
| 1930 | 425 | +6.2% |
| 1940 | 425 | +0.0% |
| 1950 | 420 | −1.2% |
| 1960 | 461 | +9.8% |
| 1970 | 482 | +4.6% |
| 1980 | 492 | +2.1% |
| 1990 | 447 | −9.1% |
| 2000 | 488 | +9.2% |
| 2010 | 422 | −13.5% |
| 2020 | 364 | −13.7% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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Stanhope's Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 364 people living in Stanhope. There were 172 households and 96 families. This means there were about 371 people for every square mile.
Most people in Stanhope were White. A small number were Black or African American. Some people were Native American. About 6.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 18.6% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples living together. The average age in Stanhope was 48 years old. About 20.9% of residents were under 20. Also, 16.8% were 65 or older. The city had slightly more males than females.
Stanhope's Population in 2010
The census in 2010 showed 422 people lived in Stanhope. There were 192 households. The population density was about 435 people per square mile.
Most people were White. A small number were from other racial groups. About 1.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 23.4% of households had children under 18. Many were married couples. The average age was 45.4 years. About 17.3% of residents were under 18. Also, 20.6% were 65 or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Fun in Stanhope: Arts and Culture
Stanhope is well-known for its yearly Watermelon Day celebration. This fun event started in 1958. The local Lions Club helps put it on.
The celebration includes a parade. There is also a slow-pitch softball tournament. People can play games and enjoy free watermelon. It's a big community event!
Learning in Stanhope: Education
The South Hamilton Community School District serves the students in Stanhope.
See also
In Spanish: Stanhope (Iowa) para niños
