Bland, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bland, Missouri
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| City of Bland | |
Location of Bland, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| Counties | Gasconade, Osage |
| incorporated | 1877 |
| Named for | U.S. Congressman Richard P. Bland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.65 sq mi (1.67 km2) |
| • Land | 0.65 sq mi (1.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 506 |
| • Density | 784.50/sq mi (302.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
65014, 65062
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| Area code(s) | 573 |
| FIPS code | 29-06256 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394190 |
Bland is a small city located in the state of Missouri, in the United States. It is found in two different counties: Gasconade and Osage. In 2020, about 506 people lived in Bland. The part of Bland in Osage County is also considered part of the larger Jefferson City area.
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About Bland's Location
Bland is a landlocked city, meaning it has no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within its borders. The city covers a total area of about 0.65 square miles (1.67 square kilometers). This makes it a relatively small city in terms of land size.
A Look at Bland's History
How Bland Got Its Name
The city of Bland has had a post office since 1877. It was named after a famous person from Missouri, Richard Parks Bland. He was a U.S. Congressman, which means he was elected to represent people from Missouri in the United States government. Before the city was named after him, Richard P. Bland worked as a lawyer in a nearby town called Rolla.
Bland on the Big Screen
In 2020, the city of Bland became a filming location for an indie movie called SCP: Overlord. This short film is part of the popular SCP Foundation universe, which is a fictional world with strange creatures and objects. The movie was written by Evan Muir and directed by Steven Hancock. It even won five awards at the Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival, including "Best Short Film."
Who Lives in Bland?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 359 | — | |
| 1920 | 470 | 30.9% | |
| 1930 | 577 | 22.8% | |
| 1940 | 565 | −2.1% | |
| 1950 | 596 | 5.5% | |
| 1960 | 654 | 9.7% | |
| 1970 | 621 | −5.0% | |
| 1980 | 662 | 6.6% | |
| 1990 | 651 | −1.7% | |
| 2000 | 565 | −13.2% | |
| 2010 | 539 | −4.6% | |
| 2020 | 506 | −6.1% | |
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Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Bland has changed over the years. In 1910, there were 359 residents. The population grew to its highest point in 1980 with 662 people. By 2020, the population was 506.
A Snapshot of Bland in 2010
According to the census taken in 2010, there were 539 people living in Bland. Most of the residents were White. A small number of people identified as Native American or Asian.
The average age of people in Bland in 2010 was about 41.9 years old. About 23.6% of the residents were under 18 years old. This means that many young people and families call Bland home.
City Services
Fire Protection
Bland has its own fire department, known as the Bland Fire Protection District. This district is made up of about 20 volunteer firefighters. They work hard to keep the community safe. The fire department operates firehouses in Bland and a nearby town called Redbird.
Famous People from Bland
- Ray Steiner, a well-known basketball player, is from Bland.
See also
In Spanish: Bland (Misuri) para niños
