Iowa Calhoun County Public Libraries

By | December 30, 2022

We are providing a comprehensive directory of public libraries in Calhoun County, Iowa. This list includes library formal name, street address, postal code, phone number and how many books are available. Check the following list to see all public libraries in Iowa Calhoun County.

1. Library System FARNHAMVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 240 Hardin, Farnhamville, IA 50538
Phone Number: (515) 544-3660 Calhoun 3,542 2,019

2. Central Library FARNHAMVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 240 Hardin, Farnhamville, IA 50538
Phone Number: (515) 544-3660 Calhoun N/A N/A

3. Central Library J.J. HANDS LIBRARY
Street Address: 609 2nd Street, Lohrville, IA 51453
Phone Number: (712) 465-4115 Calhoun N/A N/A

4. Library System J.J. HANDS LIBRARY
Street Address: 609 2nd Street, Lohrville, IA 51453
Phone Number: (712) 465-4115 Calhoun 13,970 10,220

5. Library System LAKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 110 E. Washington ST., Lake City, IA 51449
Phone Number: (712) 464-3413 Calhoun 18,681 18,871

6. Central Library LAKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 110 E. Washington ST., Lake City, IA 51449
Phone Number: (712) 464-3413 Calhoun N/A N/A

7. Central Library MANSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 1312 10th AVE., Manson, IA 50563
Phone Number: (712) 469-3986 Calhoun N/A N/A

8. Library System MANSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 1312 10th AVE., Manson, IA 50563
Phone Number: (712) 469-3986 Calhoun 13,416 9,220

9. Library System POMEROY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 114 S. Ontario ST., Pomeroy, IA 50575
Phone Number: (712) 468-2311 Calhoun 10,371 7,502

10. Central Library POMEROY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 114 S. Ontario ST., Pomeroy, IA 50575
Phone Number: (712) 468-2311 Calhoun N/A N/A

11. Library System ROCKWELL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 426 Fifth Street, Rockwell City, IA 50579
Phone Number: (712) 297-8422 Calhoun 15,450 16,322

12. Central Library ROCKWELL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 426 Fifth Street, Rockwell City, IA 50579
Phone Number: (712) 297-8422 Calhoun N/A N/A

13. Central Library SOMERS PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 606 6th Street, Somers, IA 50586
Phone Number: (515) 467-5522 Calhoun N/A N/A

14. Library System SOMERS PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 606 6th Street, Somers, IA 50586
Phone Number: (515) 467-5522 Calhoun N/A N/A

Overview of Calhoun County, Iowa

Calhoun County is a county located in the state of Iowa. As of 2000, the population is 11,115. Its county seat is Rockwell City, Iowa.

Geography

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,482 km² (572 mi²). 1,477 km² (570 mi²) of it is land and 6 km² (2 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 0.37% water.

Adjacent counties

  • Pocahontas County (north)
  • Webster County (east)
  • Greene County (southeast)
  • Carroll County (southwest)
  • Sac County (west)

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there are 11,115 people, 4,513 households, and 3,014 families residing in the county. The population density is 8/km² (20/mi²). There are 5,219 housing units at an average density of 4/km² (9/mi²). The racial makeup of the county is 98.06% White, 0.69% Black or African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.34% from other races, and 0.52% from two or more races. 0.90% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There are 4,513 households out of which 27.80% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.90% are married couples living together, 6.60% have a female householder with no husband present, and 33.20% are non-families. 30.50% of all households are made up of individuals and 17.80% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.31 and the average family size is 2.87.

In the county the population is spread out with 23.10% under the age of 18, 6.40% from 18 to 24, 24.80% from 25 to 44, 23.70% from 45 to 64, and 22.10% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 42 years. For every 100 females there are 98.10 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 97.60 males.

The median income for a household in the county is $33,286, and the median income for a family is $41,583. Males have a median income of $28,787 versus $20,095 for females. The per capita income for the county is $17,498. 10.10% of the population and 7.10% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 13.50% of those under the age of 18 and 8.50% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.

Cities and towns

According to countryaah, Calhoun County, Iowa has the following cities and towns:

  • Farnhamville
  • Jolley
  • Knierim
  • Lake City
  • Lohrville
  • Lytton
  • Manson
  • Pomeroy
  • Rinard
  • Rockwell City
  • Somers
  • Yetter

Map of Calhoun County Iowa