West Fork township, Iowa
West Fork township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
West Fork township is a geographic entity located in Franklin County, Iowa. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 38. The land area covers 36.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38 | ±36 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 61.2 yrs | ±34.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 38 | ±36 | 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 | 38 | ±36 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 38 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 0 | ±10 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $146,521 | ±$115,465 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±26.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±35.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 28 | ±32 |
| 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: 10,024 (2024)
ID: 164249
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 26, HAMPTON IA 50441-0026
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Latimer, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hampton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Hampton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Allison, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Greene, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Hampton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Rockford, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Rockford, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | Hampton, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Rockwell, 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 | 20.5 mi away | 500 College Dr, Mason City, IA, 50401 |
6414231264
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SHEFFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 123 S 3RD ST, SHEFFIELD, IA, 50475 |
(641) 892-4717
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La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology
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College | 20.9 mi away | 24 Second St NE, Mason City, IA, 50401-3308 |
6414242161
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DUMONT COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 602 2ND ST, DUMONT, IA, 50625 |
(641) 857-3304
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Ellsworth Community College
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College | 25.0 mi away | 1100 College Ave, Iowa Falls, IA, 50126 |
8003229235
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ROCKWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 307 MAIN ST E, ROCKWELL, IA, 50469 |
(641) 822-3268
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HAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 4 S FEDERAL ST, HAMPTON, IA, 50441 |
(641) 456-4451
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MARBLE ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 122 S MAIN ST, MARBLE ROCK, IA, 50653 |
(641) 315-4480
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SWALEDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 504 MAIN ST, SWALEDALE, IA, 50477 |
(641) 995-2352
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GREENE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 231 W TRAER ST, GREENE, IA, 50636 |
(641) 816-5642
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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 HAMPTON, IA US, located 9.5 miles from West Fork township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4° | 7.9° | 16.7° | 0.97" | — |
| February | 30.2° | 11.9° | 21.1° | 1.31" | — |
| March | 43.3° | 23.6° | 33.4° | 2.09" | — |
| April | 58.2° | 34.8° | 46.5° | 4.26" | — |
| May | 70.2° | 47.6° | 58.9° | 5.25" | — |
| June | 80.3° | 58.3° | 69.3° | 6.06" | — |
| July | 83.4° | 61.9° | 72.7° | 4.70" | — |
| August | 81.4° | 59.1° | 70.3° | 4.24" | — |
| September | 75.4° | 50.2° | 62.8° | 3.30" | — |
| October | 61.9° | 38.0° | 49.9° | 2.54" | — |
| November | 45.1° | 25.4° | 35.2° | 1.80" | — |
| December | 31.4° | 14.5° | 22.9° | 1.59" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aredale city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Dougherty city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Sheffield city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Chapin CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Hansell city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Dumont city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1906994668. • 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.