Barton township, Iowa
Barton township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Barton township is a geographic entity located in Worth County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 112. The land area covers 35.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | ±56 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 69 yrs | ±14.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 56 | ±28 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 56 | ±28 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 56 | ±28 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | $285,300 | ±$166,160 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,364 | ±$37,598 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,357 | ±$9,880 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±8.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±20% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 50 | ±39 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 7,307 (2024)
ID: 164279
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: WORTH COUNTY SUPERVISOR, CHAIRPERSON
1000 CENTRAL AVE, 2, NORTHWOOD IA 50459-1526
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Manly, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Manly, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GLENVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | GLENVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Mason City, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | LYLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Osage, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LYLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | LYLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Northwood, IA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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North Iowa Area Community College
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College | 15.6 mi away | 500 College Dr, Mason City, IA, 50401 |
6414231264
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GRAFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 201 4TH AVE, GRAFTON, IA, 50440 |
(641) 748-2735
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La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology
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College | 16.8 mi away | 24 Second St NE, Mason City, IA, 50401-3308 |
6414242161
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KENSETT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 214 5TH ST, KENSETT, IA, 50448 |
(641) 845-2222
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Riverland Community College
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College | 20.9 mi away | 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN, 55912-1473 |
5074330600
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NISSEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 217 W 5TH ST, ST. ANSGAR, IA, 50472 |
(641) 713-2218
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NORTHWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 906 1ST AVE S, NORTHWOOD, IA, 50459 |
(641) 324-1340
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MANLY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 127 S GRANT ST, MANLY, IA, 50456 |
(641) 454-2982
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OSAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 406 MAIN ST, OSAGE, IA, 50461 |
(641) 732-3323
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STACYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 106 N BROAD ST, STACYVILLE, IA, 50476 |
(641) 710-2531
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NORTHWOOD, IA US, located 8.7 miles from Barton township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.3° | 3.8° | 12.6° | 1.07" | 10.9" |
| February | 25.7° | 8.0° | 16.9° | 1.02" | 9.3" |
| March | 38.4° | 20.6° | 29.5° | 1.99" | 6.2" |
| April | 54.0° | 32.6° | 43.3° | 3.82" | 3.3" |
| May | 66.3° | 44.9° | 55.6° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.0° | 55.9° | 65.9° | 5.13" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.6° | 59.4° | 69.0° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.4° | 56.6° | 66.5° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.8° | 47.9° | 59.3° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.1° | 35.1° | 46.1° | 2.68" | 0.3" |
| November | 40.8° | 22.6° | 31.7° | 1.73" | 2.6" |
| December | 27.4° | 11.4° | 19.4° | 1.28" | 7.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolan CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Grafton city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Carpenter city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
| Kensett city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Otranto CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| St. Ansgar city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1919590132. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.