Alton, IA is a small town with a population of 1,380. This population density of 657 people per square mile is significantly lower than the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. Alton has a variety of businesses and organizations including its local grocery store, cafe, library, churches, fire department and cemetery as well as various other shops such as auto repair shops and family-owned restaurants. There are many outdoor activities that can be enjoyed year round like fishing or kayaking on the nearby lake or trails for biking and hiking. The town also holds various events throughout the year like their annual 4th of July parade and fireworks display. Local sporting events include high school basketball games which are greatly attended by community members.
The population in Alton is 1,380. There are 726 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Alton is 32.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Alton is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Alton
- 70.6% are married
- 5.8% are divorced
- 34.8% are married with children
- 6.0% have children, but are single
Race in Alton
- 86.8% are White
- 0.9% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 9.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander