George, IA is a small rural town located in the northwest corner of the state. With a population of 1,105 and an estimated population density of 429 people per square mile, George is much less populated than the United States as a whole. Despite its size, George offers plenty to do for visitors and locals alike. Local businesses include La Bufa’s Mexican Restaurant, The Red Barn Winery & Vineyard, and L&M Meat Market. Outdoor activities are plentiful in George throughout the year – hiking trails can be found at nearby Springbrook State Park while Lake Pahoja provides opportunities for fishing, swimming and other watersports. For those interested in organized activities or sports teams, there are several organizations in town such as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts troops provided by the local school district and summer softball leagues sponsored by the City of George Parks & Recreation Department. Finally, fans of spectator sports can attend local high school sporting events throughout the school year.
The population in George is 1,105. There are 461 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in George is 51.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in George is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in George
- 65.1% are married
- 7.0% are divorced
- 27.4% are married with children
- 6.5% have children, but are single
Race in George
- 94.9% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 4.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander