Wyaconda, Missouri facts for kids
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Wyaconda, Missouri
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Location of Wyaconda, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Clark |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.64 sq mi (1.67 km2) |
| • Land | 0.64 sq mi (1.66 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 214 |
| • Density | 332.81/sq mi (128.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
63474
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| Area code(s) | 660 |
| FIPS code | 29-81142 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397383 |
Wyaconda is a small city in Clark County, Missouri, USA. In 2020, about 214 people lived there. The city started in 1888. Its name comes from a Siouan word for "God" or "Great Spirit." The first land was bought in 1888.
Wyaconda is part of the Fort Madison–Keokuk, IA-MO Micropolitan Statistical Area. This means it is connected to nearby cities for things like jobs and services.
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Exploring Wyaconda's Location
Wyaconda is located in the western part of Clark County. It is only one mile from the border with Scotland County. The city sits where three Missouri roads meet: Route A, Route E, and Route W.
Nearby Towns and Rivers
Kahoka is about eleven miles northeast of Wyaconda. South Gorin is five miles southwest. The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad tracks run through the city. The South Wyaconda River is about 1.5 miles northeast. The Little Wyaconda River is about 1.5 miles southwest.
Size of the City
According to the United States Census Bureau, Wyaconda covers an area of 0.64 square miles (1.67 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Wyaconda's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 507 | — | |
| 1910 | 480 | −5.3% | |
| 1920 | 659 | 37.3% | |
| 1930 | 544 | −17.5% | |
| 1940 | 517 | −5.0% | |
| 1950 | 483 | −6.6% | |
| 1960 | 402 | −16.8% | |
| 1970 | 356 | −11.4% | |
| 1980 | 359 | 0.8% | |
| 1990 | 347 | −3.3% | |
| 2000 | 310 | −10.7% | |
| 2010 | 227 | −26.8% | |
| 2020 | 214 | −5.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Wyaconda has changed over the years. In 1900, there were 507 people. The highest population was 659 in 1920. By 2020, the population was 214.
Understanding the 2010 Census
In 2010, 227 people lived in Wyaconda. There were 108 households and 63 families. The city had about 354.7 people per square mile. There were 140 housing units.
Most residents, 98.2%, were White. About 1.8% were from two or more racial backgrounds.
Household Details
Out of 108 households, 27.8% had children under 18 living with them. About 43.5% were married couples. Some households had a single parent, either a mother (9.3%) or a father (5.6%). About 41.7% of households were not families.
Many people (38.0%) lived alone. About 16.6% of households had someone aged 65 or older living by themselves. The average household had 2.10 people. The average family had 2.76 people.
Age Groups in Wyaconda
The average age in Wyaconda was 43.5 years old.
- 24.2% of residents were under 18.
- 4.7% were between 18 and 24.
- 22.1% were between 25 and 44.
- 30.4% were between 45 and 64.
- 18.5% were 65 years or older.
The population was almost evenly split between males and females. About 49.3% were male and 50.7% were female.
Getting Around Wyaconda
The Amtrak Southwest Chief train passes through Wyaconda. This train travels between Los Angeles and Chicago. However, it does not stop in Wyaconda. The train uses the BNSF tracks.
The closest train station is in Fort Madison. This station is about 54 miles northeast of Wyaconda.
See also
In Spanish: Wyaconda (Misuri) para niños
