Bancroft, Iowa
Bancroft: human settlement in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Bancroft is a city located in the county of Kossuth in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 732 and a population density of 513 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 684 inhabitants.
The city was created 145 years ago in 1880.
Quick Facts about Bancroft
| Population | 684 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Iowa (United States) |
| County | Kossuth County |
| Postal code | 50517 |
| Area | 1.43 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.2927,-94.2180 |
| Altitude | 1,181 feet / 360 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1881 (145 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 18:04:26 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 480 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.02% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Bancroft is located at 43°17'34"N 94°13'5"W (43.2927400, -94.2180200).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Bancroft decreased by 7.02% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 732 | - | census |
| 2011 | 728 | -0.55% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 726 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 724 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 716 | -1.12% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 717 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 709 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 699 | -1.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 698 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 696 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 684 | -1.75% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bancroft, IA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154518 | Waldorf University | Forest City (IA) | 50436-1713 |
Closest post offices linked to Bancroft.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bancr Post Office | Bancroft (IA) | 50517 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Bancroft, Minnesota township in Freeborn County, Minnesota with a population of 811 people.
- Bancroft, West Virginia town in West Virginia, United States with a population of 596 people.
- Bancroft, Kentucky human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America with a population of 511 people.
- Bancroft, Michigan village in Michigan, United States with a population of 494 people.
- Bancroft, Nebraska village in Nebraska with a population of 470 people.
- Bancroft, Idaho city in Caribou County, Idaho, United States with a population of 394 people.
- Bancroft, Maine town of the United States with a population of 65 people.
- Bancroft, South Dakota town in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 19 people.
Other cities in Kossuth County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Kossuth County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Algona | 5,359 | City in Iowa |
| West Bend | 741 | Human settlement in Iowa, United States of America |
| Swea City | 507 | Human settlement in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Burt | 493 | Human settlement in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Whittemore | 469 | Township in Kossuth County, Iowa |
| Titonka | 433 | Human settlement in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Wesley | 364 | City in Iowa, USA |
| Lakota | 275 | Human settlement in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Lu Verne | 246 | Township in Kossuth County, Iowa |
| Fenton | 225 | City in Kossuth County, Iowa |
| Lone Rock | 137 | Human settlement in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Ledyard | 121 | Township in Kossuth County, Iowa |