Avondale, Missouri facts for kids
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Avondale, Missouri
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Location of Avondale, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Clay |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.14 sq mi (0.35 km2) |
| • Land | 0.14 sq mi (0.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 810 ft (250 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 436 |
| • Density | 3,229.63/sq mi (1,245.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
64117
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| Area code(s) | 816 |
| FIPS code | 29-02800 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394044 |
Avondale is a small city in Clay County, Missouri, United States. It is a part of the larger Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2020, about 436 people lived there.
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Discover Avondale's Past
Avondale has an interesting history. A post office was first set up here in 1915. The city got its name from the River Avon in England. It's like naming a new place after a famous spot from somewhere else!
Local Hero: Carl Beck
Avondale is also known as the birthplace of Carl Beck. He was a hero during World War II. Carl served bravely in the 101st Airborne division. He fought in important battles like Normandy and Bastogne.
Avondale's Location and Size
Avondale is a small city when it comes to its size. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.14 square miles (0.35 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Avondale?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 314 | — | |
| 1930 | 452 | 43.9% | |
| 1940 | 435 | −3.8% | |
| 1950 | 532 | 22.3% | |
| 1960 | 663 | 24.6% | |
| 1970 | 512 | −22.8% | |
| 1980 | 612 | 19.5% | |
| 1990 | 550 | −10.1% | |
| 2000 | 529 | −3.8% | |
| 2010 | 440 | −16.8% | |
| 2020 | 436 | −0.9% | |
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The population of Avondale has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 440 people living in the city. The population density was about 3,143 people per square mile. This means a lot of people live in a relatively small area.
A Look at the 2010 Population
In 2010, most people in Avondale were White (89.1%). There were also African American (4.1%), Native American (1.1%), and Asian (0.5%) residents. About 7.0% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Avondale in 2010 was about 43.4 years old. About 18% of the residents were under 18 years old. This shows a mix of different age groups living in the city.
Schools in Avondale
Students in Avondale attend schools in the North Kansas City School District. Younger students go to Chouteau Elementary School. After that, they move on to Northgate Middle School. Finally, older students attend North Kansas City High School.
See also
In Spanish: Avondale (Misuri) para niños
