Barnum, IA is a small rural town in the state with a population of 289 people. It is located in Warren county and has a population density of 493 people per square mile. As such, it provides a quiet atmosphere to its inhabitants that can't be found in bigger cities. In town there are many local businesses available for residents to enjoy including the Barnum Country Store, B&M Farm Equipment & Repair, and The Wild Hare Saloon. For year-round outdoor activities, locals can explore miles of trails at the Moingona Nature Area or camp along the Des Moines River at Big Creek Park. Other organizations in Barnum include the local 4-H club and American Legion Post 363. Lastly, Barnum hosts several sporting events throughout the year such as high school football games and youth soccer tournaments.
The population in Barnum is 289. There are 788 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Barnum is 27.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Barnum is 3.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Barnum
- 55.6% are married
- 5.3% are divorced
- 40.4% are married with children
- 29.8% have children, but are single
Race in Barnum
- 75.7% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 24.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander