Washburn, Iowa facts for kids
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Washburn, Iowa
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 Washburn, Iowa
Location in Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Black Hawk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.23 km2) |
| • Land | 1.24 sq mi (3.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 870 |
| • Density | 703.88/sq mi (271.71/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 19-82290 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0462685 |
Washburn is a small community in Black Hawk County, Iowa, in the United States. It is called an "unincorporated town" and a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it is a recognized area for counting people, but it doesn't have its own city government.
Washburn is located south of a larger city called Waterloo. You can find it along U.S. Route 218. Other nearby towns include Gilbertville and La Porte City. Washburn is part of the bigger Waterloo–Cedar Falls area, which is a group of cities and towns that are close together.
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People in Washburn: Census Facts
The United States census counts how many people live in an area. This helps us understand the population.
Washburn's Population Over Time
The population of Washburn has been counted several times.
- In 2010, there were 876 people living in Washburn.
- In 2020, the population was 870 people.
What the 2020 Census Showed
The 2020 census found 870 people living in Washburn. There were 380 households, which means 380 homes where people live. About 256 of these were families.
The community had about 704 people per square mile. There were 394 housing units in total. Most people (92.9%) were White. A small number were Black or African American (1.5%), Asian (0.3%), or from two or more races (4.9%). About 3.8% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Ages
About 25% of the households in Washburn had children under 18 living there. Most households (55.8%) were married couples. Some households (32.6%) were not families, meaning people living alone or with roommates.
The average age in Washburn was 42 years old. About 23.6% of residents were under 20 years old. Also, 21% of people were 65 years old or older. Slightly more males (53.1%) lived in Washburn than females (46.9%).
A Look at Washburn's History
Washburn was officially planned and marked out on a map in 1880. This is when the community officially began. In 1902, only 79 people lived there. By 1925, the population had grown a little to 94 people. The community has grown much larger since then.
Learning in Washburn
Children in Washburn attend schools in the Waterloo Community School District. Students go to Orange Elementary for younger grades. Then they move on to Hoover Middle School. For high school, students attend Waterloo West High School.
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