[6] In 1986 Ainsworth was the site of the World Horseshoe Pitching Championships.

There were 961 housing units at an average density of 961.0 per square mile (371.0/km2).

39.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

There were 944 housing units at an average density of 952.9 per square mile (367.9/km2).

38.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.00 square mile (2.59 km2), all land.

[9] The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally cool to cold winters.