Templeton, Iowa facts for kids
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Templeton, Iowa
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| Motto(s):
"A Strong Community Spirit"
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Location of Templeton, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Carroll |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.45 sq mi (1.17 km2) |
| • Land | 0.45 sq mi (1.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,447 ft (441 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 352 |
| • Density | 780.49/sq mi (301.49/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
51463
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| Area code(s) | 712 |
| FIPS code | 19-77340 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396038 |
| Website | City of Templeton, Iowa Website |
Templeton is a small city located in Carroll County, Iowa, United States. In 2020, about 352 people lived there. It is known for its strong community spirit.
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Exploring Templeton's Past
Templeton was officially planned and marked out in 1882. It became an incorporated city on September 28, 1883. The city was likely named after someone who worked for the railroad.
Templeton Rye: A Secret History
Templeton is famous for something called Templeton Rye. This was a special type of rye product made during the Prohibition era. Prohibition was a time in the United States when it was illegal to make or sell alcohol.
Even though it was against the law, many clever farmers in Carroll County found ways to make this rye product. They sold it secretly to earn money, especially during the Great Depression. This was a very hard time for many families. Templeton Rye became very popular in big cities like Chicago and Omaha. At one point, this small town, with fewer than 500 people, was using huge amounts of sugar each month to make the product.
Where is Templeton Located?
Templeton is in Iowa. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.43 square miles (1.17 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Templeton?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1890 | 269 | — |
| 1900 | 321 | +19.3% |
| 1910 | 278 | −13.4% |
| 1920 | 373 | +34.2% |
| 1930 | 428 | +14.7% |
| 1940 | 390 | −8.9% |
| 1950 | 385 | −1.3% |
| 1960 | 354 | −8.1% |
| 1970 | 312 | −11.9% |
| 1980 | 319 | +2.2% |
| 1990 | 321 | +0.6% |
| 2000 | 334 | +4.0% |
| 2010 | 362 | +8.4% |
| 2020 | 352 | −2.8% |
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The number of people living in Templeton has changed over the years. You can see how the population has grown and shrunk in the table above.
Templeton's Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 352 people living in Templeton. There were 153 households and 104 families. This means there were about 780 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Templeton were White (97.4%). A small number were Black or African American (0.6%), Asian (0.3%), or from two or more races (1.7%). About 0.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (29.4%) had children under 18 living with them. Most households (58.8%) were married couples. Some households (20.9%) had a female head without a partner. Others (13.1%) had a male head without a partner. About 32.0% of all households were not families.
The average age in Templeton was about 40.2 years old. About 25.0% of residents were under 20. Another 19.9% were 65 years old or older. The population was split evenly, with 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
Templeton's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed 362 people lived in Templeton. There were 156 households and 107 families. The population density was about 842 people per square mile.
The racial makeup was mostly White (98.6%). A small number were African American (1.1%) or Asian (0.3%). About 0.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 26.9% of households had children under 18. Most households (54.5%) were married couples. The average household had 2.32 people. The average family had 2.75 people.
The average age was 43.6 years. About 24.6% of residents were under 18. About 18.5% were 65 or older. The city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
Learning in Templeton
Children in Templeton attend schools in the Carroll Community School District. A small part of the city is also in the IKM–Manning Community School District.
Years ago, Templeton had its own school district. This was called the Templeton Independent School District. Most of it later joined the Carroll district. In 1973, the Carroll district sold the Templeton school building to the city for $3,700.
See also
In Spanish: Templeton (Iowa) para niños
