Thornton, Iowa
Thornton: Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Thornton is a city located in the county of Cerro Gordo in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 422 and a population density of 131 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 401 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Thornton
| Population : | 401 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Iowa (United States) |
| County : | Cerro Gordo County |
| Postal code : | 50479 |
| Area : | 3.23 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,188 feet / 362 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 03:40:14 (8th March 2026) |
| Density : | 124 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -5.24% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Thornton is located at 42°56'41"N 93°23'5"W (42.9446900, -93.3846500).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Thornton decreased by 5.24% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 422 | - | census |
| 2011 | 420 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 420 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 414 | -1.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 411 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 408 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 410 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 407 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 404 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 402 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 401 | -0.25% | estimation process |
Other Places in Thornton
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Schools in Thornton
College & universities near Thornton, IA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153409 | Purdue University Global-Mason City | Mason City (IA) | 50401 |
| 153773 | La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology | Mason City (IA) | 50401-3308 |
| 154059 | North Iowa Area Community College | Mason City (IA) | 50401 |
| 154518 | Waldorf University | Forest City (IA) | 50436-1713 |
| 153296 | Ellsworth Community College | Iowa Falls (IA) | 50126 |
Post offices near Thornton
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Thornton Post Office | Thornton (IA) | 50479 |
| Swaledal Post Office | Swaledale (IA) | 50477 |
| Meservey Post Office | Meservey (IA) | 50457 |
| Sheffield Post Office | Sheffield (IA) | 50475 |
| Alexander Post Office | Alexander (IA) | 50420 |
Other cities in Cerro Gordo County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cerro Gordo County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mason City | 26,931 | City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa |
| Clear Lake | 7,517 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Rockwell | 979 | City in Cerrro Gordo County, Iowa, United States |
| Ventura | 706 | Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Meservey | 237 | Human settlement in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Swaledale | 157 | City in Iowa, USA |
| Rock Falls | 146 | City in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States |
| Dougherty | 56 | Township in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa |
