New London, IA is a small rural town located in Henry County. With a population of just over 2,500 people, it has a much lower population density than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size, New London offers plenty of activities for residents and visitors alike. Local businesses such as Chatterbox Café and May’s Department Store provide the community with goods and services. Residents can take advantage of year-round outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing at nearby White Oak Lake or exploring the 5000 acres of Turkey Creek Nature Preserve. Organizations like the New London Chamber of Commerce help to promote local commerce and organize events throughout the year. Finally, locals can enjoy sporting events like football games at New London High School or minor league baseball games at Quail Creek Stadium.
The population in New London is 2,535. There are 2,520 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in New London is 33.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in New London is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in New London
- 46.3% are married
- 13.6% are divorced
- 22.4% are married with children
- 15.2% have children, but are single
Race in New London
- 95.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander