Haverhill, Iowa
Haverhill, Iowa | ||
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FIPS code 19-35220 | | |
GNIS feature ID | 0457323 |
Haverhill is a city in
Sites in Haverhill include the Immaculate Conception oratory, the
History
The St. Joseph's parochial school and the Immaculate Conception Church, established in the 1870s pre-date Haverhill's official 1882 platting by the
Throughout the 20th century, these businesses and services mostly closed. Rail traffic fell, first losing passenger rail service before freight traffic ceased in 1980.[6] Prior to this, the German Savings Bank (established in 1908) shuttered in the early 1920s.[6] By the mid-20th century, the public school had merged into the Marshalltown Community School District, with the St. Joseph's Catholic school closing in 1968.[6]
The town was only officially incorporated in 1968, when residents chose to elect a city government, establishing municipal services, including a fire department.[6] Just before the city's official incorporation, the Haverhill Development Corporation expanded streets and available housing from 3rd Avenue to 4th Avenue.[6] The town's roads were then paved in the 1980s, with sewer services later overhauled in the 1990s and early 2000s.[7]
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.13 square miles (0.34 km2), all land.[8]
Demographics
2010 census
Year | Pop. | ±% |
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1970 | 160 | — |
1980 | 173 | +8.1% |
1990 | 144 | −16.8% |
2000 | 170 | +18.1% |
2010 | 173 | +1.8% |
2020 | 165 | −4.6% |
Source:"U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved March 29, 2020.Iowa Data Center"Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.[2] Source: U.S. Decennial Census[9] |
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As of the
There were 64 households, of which 37.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.6% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 20.3% were non-families. 15.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.04.
The median age in the city was 37.2 years. 26% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.8% were from 25 to 44; 30% were from 45 to 64; and 11% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.2% male and 46.8% female.
2000 census
As of the
There were 62 households, out of which 38.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.5% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 22.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.24.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.2% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 32.9% from 25 to 44, 18.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.0 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,417, and the median income for a family was $48,250. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $19,688 for females. The
Arts and culture
Matthew Edel Blacksmith Shop in Haverhill, owned by the State Historical Society of Iowa, holds tours during the summer.[3] The town also has an oratory called Immaculate Conception, whose last regular worship services ended in 2007.[12] Previously a grocery store and tavern,[6] the Haverhill Social Club is today a bar and restaurant where locals frequently gather.[13] At the center of Haverhill is a memorial park.[14]
Residents hold an annual festival called Haverhill Days that celebrate the history of Haverhill, and includes tours of the Matthew Edel Blacksmith Shop.[15]
Government
Haverhill's residents elect their mayor and five city councilors in odd-numbered years, all of whom serve four-year terms.[16][17]
Education
Haverhill is served by the Marshalltown Community School District[18] and has been part of the district since voting to join in 1966, following the closing of Haverhill's independent schools.[19]
References
- ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
- ^ a b "2020 Census State Redistricting Data". census.gov. United states Census Bureau. Retrieved August 12, 2021.
- ^ a b "Matthew Edel Blacksmith Shop". State Historical Society of Iowa.
- ^ "Mid-Iowa Cooperative Haverhill".
- ^ Wieg, Nicole. "Local farmers, landowners invest in wind energy". Newton Daily News. Retrieved June 15, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Haverhill, Iowa, Centennial, 1882-1982. Marceline, Missouri: Walsworth Publishing Co. 1982.
- ^ "Haverhill city clerk to retire after 38 years of service". timesrepublican.com/. Retrieved June 15, 2021.
- ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved May 11, 2012.
- ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2016.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved May 11, 2012.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "150 years strong: Catholic churches become St. Francis of Assisi Parish". timesrepublican.com/. Retrieved June 21, 2021.
- ^ "HaverChill Day slated for Saturday". timesrepublican.com/. Retrieved June 15, 2021.
- ^ "Haverhill Memorial Park · 105 Main St, Haverhill, IA 50120". Haverhill Memorial Park · 105 Main St, Haverhill, IA 50120. Retrieved June 21, 2021.
- ^ "Haverhill Days – Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce". Retrieved April 15, 2021.
- ^ "City Public Profile - Haverhill". connect.iowaleague.org. Retrieved June 15, 2021.
- ^ "City Elected Officials in Marshall County, Iowa". elections.marshallcountyia.gov. Retrieved June 15, 2021.
- ^ "Marshalltown" (PDF). Iowa Department of Education. Retrieved March 22, 2020.
- ^ "Marshall County rural schools: A history". timesrepublican.com/. Retrieved April 15, 2021.