Stuart, Iowa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Stuart, Iowa
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Hotel Stuart
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Location of Stuart, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| Counties | Guthrie, Adair |
| Township | Lincoln |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.78 sq mi (7.21 km2) |
| • Land | 2.78 sq mi (7.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
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| • Total | 1,782 |
| • Density | 640.32/sq mi (247.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50250
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| FIPS code | 19-75990 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395991 |
Stuart is a city located in the state of Iowa, United States. It is split between two counties: Adair County and Guthrie County. The part of Stuart in Guthrie County is also considered part of the larger Des Moines area. In 2020, about 1,782 people lived in Stuart.
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History of Stuart
Stuart began in the late 1860s. This happened after the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad built its tracks through the area. The city is named after Charles Stuart. He was very important in bringing the railroad to this new city.
Geography of Stuart
Stuart covers a total area of about 2.58 square miles (6.68 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
People Living in Stuart
Stuart has seen its population change over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1880 | 1,994 | — |
| 1890 | 2,052 | +2.9% |
| 1900 | 2,079 | +1.3% |
| 1910 | 1,826 | −12.2% |
| 1920 | 1,716 | −6.0% |
| 1930 | 1,626 | −5.2% |
| 1940 | 1,611 | −0.9% |
| 1950 | 1,500 | −6.9% |
| 1960 | 1,486 | −0.9% |
| 1970 | 1,354 | −8.9% |
| 1980 | 1,650 | +21.9% |
| 1990 | 1,522 | −7.8% |
| 2000 | 1,712 | +12.5% |
| 2010 | 1,648 | −3.7% |
| 2020 | 1,782 | +8.1% |
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What the 2020 Census Shows
In 2020, there were 1,782 people living in Stuart. They lived in 733 households, with 457 of these being families. The city had about 640 people per square mile.
Most people in Stuart were White (93.9%). A small number were Black, Native American, or Asian. About 3.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 29.3% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average age in Stuart was 39.3 years old. About 26.7% of residents were under 20 years old.
What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, Stuart had 1,648 people living there. There were 667 households. The population density was about 639 people per square mile.
Most residents (97.1%) were White. About 2.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 31.0% of households had children under 18. The average age was 41.5 years. About 24.5% of residents were under 18.
Education in Stuart
Students in Stuart attend schools within the West Central Valley Community School District. This school district was created in 2001. It was formed when the Stuart-Menlo and Dexfield school districts joined together.
Famous People from Stuart
- Osborn Deignan – He received the Medal of Honor for his brave actions during the Spanish–American War.
- William R. Peers – A high-ranking United States Army General. He is known for leading an investigation into the My Lai Massacre.
- Buck Shaw – A famous football player and coach. He played for the University of Notre Dame and coached the Philadelphia Eagles to an NFL Championship in 1960.
- A. H. Wilkinson – He served as a state senator in Wisconsin. He was born in Stuart.
Images for kids
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A wind turbine near Stuart
See also
In Spanish: Stuart (Iowa) para niños
