Indiana, Iowa
Indiana: A city located in the state of Iowa. It is the county seat of Johnson County. Indiana is known for its historic downtown and its annual tulip festival.
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Indiana is a city located in the county of Marion in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 820,445 and a population density of 861 people per km². After 7 years in 2017 city had an estimated population of 863,002 inhabitants.
The city was created 203 years ago in 1820.
Indiana is a city in Marion County, Iowa, located approximately 6 miles east of Des Moines. As of July 29, 2023, the population of Indiana is 633 residents. Here are some key details:
History
Indiana was platted in 1855 shortly after railroads expanded into central Iowa. It was incorporated as a city in 1909. Early settlers were attracted by coal mining opportunities.
Economy & Culture
Historically Indiana was a coal mining town, although mining ended in the 1920s. Today it is primarily a residential community. The Indiana Historical Society Museum preserves local history.
Geography & Climate
Indiana is situated along the South Skunk River in central Iowa. The terrain is relatively flat prairie land. The city has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters.
Community
The small-town atmosphere makes Indiana popular with families. The city has an aquatic center and community center offering events. The Indiana Days Festival is held each June.
Education
Indiana is served by the Collins-Maxwell Community School District. Students attend elementary, middle, and high school in nearby Maxwell.
In summary, Indiana is a small, residential Iowa community with historic roots in coal mining. It provides a close-knit, family atmosphere just minutes from Des Moines.
Quick Facts about Indiana
| Population : | 820,445 (2017) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Iowa (United States) |
| County : | Marion County |
| Different from : | Circle City, Circle, Circle |
| Postal code : | 46285, 46254, 46222, 46240, 46226, 46208, 46253, 46207, 46291, 46247, 46266, 46275, 46231, 46217, 46278, 46298, 46223, 46230, 46244, 46237, 46229, 46268, 46260, 46280, 46224, 46209, 46201, 46241, 46202, 46234, 46214, 46259, 46219, 46228, 46277, 46290, 46283, 46239, 46204, 46203, 46220, 46249, 46221, 46251, 46205, 46256, 46282, 46235, 46274, 46227, 46296, 46211, 46242, 46225, 46236, 46250, 46206, 46218, 46216, 46295, 46255 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 486, 317 |
| Area : | 953.18 km2 |
| Official name : | Indianapolis |
| Has part : | Acton, Broad Ripple Village, Arden, Bates–Hendricks, Woodruff Place |
| Altitude : | 715 feet / 218 meters |
| Capital city : | Indiana is capital of Indiana, Marion County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1821 (203 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Eastern Time Zone, UTC−04:00 |
| Local time : | 03:12:09 (27th April 2024) |
| Density : | 905 Pop. per km² as of 2017 |
| Population growth : | 4.93% (2010-2017) |
Geography
Indiana is located at 41°12'16"N 93°1'31"W (41.2044400, -93.0252000). It has 17 neighbors: Avon, Beech Grove, Cumberland, Fishers, Hancock County, Hendricks County, Johnson County, Lawrence, McCordsville, Morgan County, Shelby County, Southport, Speedway, Zionsville, Boone County, Hamilton County and City of Greenwood.
Indiana map
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- Official Website
Official website of Indiana
- Stephen Goldsmith , 2000 1992-01-01T00:00:00Z
- William H. Hudnut III , 1992 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z
- John J. Barton , 1968 1964-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Richard Lugar , 1976 1968-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Joe Hogsett , 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Greg Ballard , 2016 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z
- Bart Peterson , 2008 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z
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Indiana has 17 neighbours.
- Avon town in Indiana
- Beech Grove city in Marion County, Indiana, United States
- Cumberland town in Hancock and Marion Counties, Indiana
- Fishers The most populous city in Hamilton County, Indiana. It is located on the White River in central Indiana. Fishers is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Fishers History Museum and the Fishers Arts Center.
- Hancock County county in Indiana, United States
- Hendricks County county in Indiana, United States
- Johnson County county in Indiana, United States
- Lawrence A city in Marion County, Indiana. It is located in the central part of the state. Lawrence is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lawrence Heritage Center and the Lawrence Community Center.
- McCordsville town in Vernon Township, Hancock County, Indiana, United States
- Morgan County county in Indiana, United States
- Shelby County county in Indiana, United States
- Southport town in Marion County, Indiana, United States
- Speedway town in Wayne Township, Marion County, Indiana
- Zionsville town of Indiana
- Boone County county in Indiana, United States
- Hamilton County county in Indiana, United States
- City of Greenwood city in Johnson County, Indiana, United States
- Center Township
- Franklin Township
- Pike Township
- Perry Township
- Warren Township
- Decatur Township
- Spring Hill
- Clermont
- Williams Creek
- Washington Township
- Lawrence Township
- Wayne Township
- Rocky Ripple
- Warren Park
- Wynnedale
- Meridian Hills
- Crows Nest
- Homecroft
- North Crows Nest
Demographics
The population of Indiana increased by 4.93% in 7 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 820,445 | - | |
| 2011 | 827,400 | 0.84% | |
| 2012 | 834,673 | 0.87% | |
| 2013 | 843,532 | 1.05% | |
| 2014 | 849,052 | 0.65% | |
| 2015 | 853,173 | 0.48% | |
| 2017 | 863,002 | 1.14% |
People born in Indiana (200)
People born in Indiana, including author and vlogger John Green, United States Navy Admiral and Medal of Honor recipient Norman Scott, basketball player Katie Douglas, .
List
- John Fitch (racecar driver) he was born in 04/08/1917
- Jimmy Jackson (racecar driver) he was born in 25/07/1910
- Jackie Holmes (racecar driver) he was born in 04/09/1920
- Adam Lambert (American singer, songwriter) he was born in 29/01/1982
- Philip W. Anderson (American physicist) he was born in 13/12/1923
- Brendan Fraser (Canadian-American actor) he was born in 03/12/1968
- Jamie Hamilton (British rower and publisher) he was born in 15/11/1900
- David Letterman (American comedian and actor) he was born in 12/04/1947
- Vivica A. Fox (American actress, producer) she was born in 30/07/1964
- Catherine Lucile Moore (American author) she was born in 24/01/1911
- John Dillinger (American bank robber) he was born in 22/06/1903
- Clarence Zener (American physicist) he was born in 01/12/1905
- Mary Harrison McKee (daughter of President Benjamin Harrison (1858-1930)) she was born in 03/04/1858
- Connie Booth (American writer and actress) she was born in 31/01/1944
- Samantha Peszek (American gymnast) she was born in 14/12/1991
- Roxy DeVille (American movie actress) she was born in 08/11/1982
- Hyapatia Lee (American movie actress) she was born in 11/11/1960
- Evangeline Walton (American writer) she was born in 24/11/1907
Schools in Indiana
College & universities near Indiana, IA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153108 | Central College | Pella (IA) | 50219 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Indiana, IA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OTM | Ottumwa station | 210 West Main Street | RAIL |
| OSC | Osceola | Main & East Clay Streets | RAIL |
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
Post offices near Indiana
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Post Office | Hamilton (IA) | 50116 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Indiana state of the United States of America with a population of 6,754,953 people.
- Indiana , Pennsylvania borough in Pennsylvania with a population of 13,120 people.
Other cities in Marion County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marion County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pella | 10,266 | City in Marion County, Iowa, United States |
| Knoxville | 7,082 | City in and seat of Marion County, Iowa, United States |
| Pleasantville | 1,714 | City in Marion County, Iowa |
| Melcher-Dallas | 1,236 | City in Marion County, Iowa, United States |
| Bussey | 406 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Harvey | 243 | Human settlement in Marion County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Hamilton | 135 | City in Marion County, Alabama, United States |
| Swan | 74 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Marysville | 68 | Human settlement in Marion County, Iowa, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Indiana distances to largest Iowa cities
