Swaledale, Iowa facts for kids
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Swaledale, Iowa
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Location of Swaledale, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Cerro Gordo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.64 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
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| • Total | 144 |
| • Density | 578.31/sq mi (223.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
50477
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-76620 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0462129 |
Swaledale is a small city located in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, in the United States. In 2020, about 144 people lived there. It is considered part of the larger Mason City area.
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Discovering Swaledale's Location and Size
Swaledale is found at these coordinates: 42°58′41″N 93°18′56″W / 42.97806°N 93.31556°W. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The city covers a total area of about 0.64 square kilometers (0.25 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Swaledale? A Look at the Population
The number of people living in Swaledale has changed over time. Here's a quick look at its population history:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 240 | — |
| 1910 | 235 | −2.1% |
| 1920 | 200 | −14.9% |
| 1930 | 178 | −11.0% |
| 1940 | 204 | +14.6% |
| 1950 | 205 | +0.5% |
| 1960 | 217 | +5.9% |
| 1970 | 222 | +2.3% |
| 1980 | 186 | −16.2% |
| 1990 | 190 | +2.2% |
| 2000 | 174 | −8.4% |
| 2010 | 165 | −5.2% |
| 2020 | 144 | −12.7% |
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Swaledale's Population in 2020
According to the census taken in 2020, 144 people lived in Swaledale. There were 81 households and 44 families.
Most residents, about 98.6%, identified as White. A very small percentage identified as Asian. No residents identified as Black or African American, Native American, or Pacific Islander. There were no Hispanic or Latino residents reported in 2020.
About 28.4% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in Swaledale was 53.3 years. About 18.8% of residents were under 20 years old. The population was split evenly, with 50% male and 50% female residents.
Swaledale's Population in 2010
The census in 2010 counted 165 people living in Swaledale. There were 77 households and 46 families.
Most people, 97.6%, were White. A small number, 2.4%, were from other racial backgrounds. About 3.0% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in 2010 was 48.4 years. About 20% of residents were under 18 years old. The gender split was almost even, with 49.7% male and 50.3% female.
Education in Swaledale
Students in Swaledale attend schools within the West Fork Community School District. This district was created in 2011. It was formed when two older school districts, the Rockwell–Swaledale Community School District and the SCMT Community School District, joined together.
The Rockwell–Swaledale district itself was formed earlier, in 1960. That's when the Rockwell Community School District and the original Swaledale Community School District merged.
Famous People from Swaledale
- Don Eddy was a professional baseball pitcher. He played for the Chicago White Sox in Major League Baseball from 1970 to 1971.
See also
In Spanish: Swaledale (Iowa) para niños
