Brooklyn, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Brooklyn, Indiana
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Location in Morgan County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Morgan |
| Townships | Clay, Brown |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.00 sq mi (2.60 km2) |
| • Land | 0.99 sq mi (2.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,511 |
| • Density | 2,536.36/sq mi (979.67/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EST) |
| ZIP codes |
46111 (Brooklyn)
46158 (Mooresville) |
| Area code | 317, 463 |
| FIPS code | 18-08038 |
| GNIS ID431572 431572] | 2396605 |
Brooklyn is a town located in Morgan County, Indiana, in the United States. It is part of both Clay and Brown townships. In 2020, the town had a population of 2,511 people. This was a notable increase from its population of 1,598 in 2010.
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History of Brooklyn
Brooklyn was officially established in 1854. This happened around the same time that the railroad tracks reached the area, which helped the town grow. It is believed that the town was named after the famous Brooklyn, New York. A post office has been serving the community of Brooklyn since 1856.
A special place called the Franklin Landers-Black and Adams Farm was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2000. This means it is recognized as an important historical site.
Geography and Location
Brooklyn is found in the northeastern part of Morgan County. To its south, it shares a border with the town of Bethany. The town of Mooresville is about 5 miles (8 km) north of Brooklyn. If you travel northeast for about 21 miles (34 km), you will reach downtown Indianapolis.
The U.S. Census Bureau reports that Brooklyn covers a total area of about 1 square mile (2.6 square kilometers). A small part of this area, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water. The White Lick Creek flows through the eastern side of the town. This creek then travels south to join the White River near Centerton.
Population Details
The population of Brooklyn has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 244 | — | |
| 1910 | 572 | — | |
| 1920 | 528 | −7.7% | |
| 1930 | 545 | 3.2% | |
| 1940 | 485 | −11.0% | |
| 1950 | 592 | 22.1% | |
| 1960 | 866 | 46.3% | |
| 1970 | 911 | 5.2% | |
| 1980 | 888 | −2.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,162 | 30.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,545 | 33.0% | |
| 2010 | 1,598 | 3.4% | |
| 2020 | 2,511 | 57.1% | |
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2010 Census Information
According to the 2010 census, there were 1,598 people living in Brooklyn. These people made up 580 households, and 455 of these were families. The town had 630 housing units.
Most of the people in Brooklyn in 2010 were White (97.8%). A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 1.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
- About 40.3% of households had children under 18 living with them.
- 58.4% of households were married couples living together.
- The average household had about 2.76 people.
- The average family had about 3.05 people.
The average age of people in Brooklyn was 34.7 years.
- 28.1% of residents were under 18 years old.
- 11% were 65 years old or older.
- The population was almost evenly split between males (50.4%) and females (49.6%).
Education in Brooklyn
Students in elementary school attend Brooklyn Elementary STEM Academy. This school is part of the MSD of Martinsville school district. After elementary school, students from Brooklyn go to Bell Intermediate Academy and John R. Wooden Middle School. For high school, they attend Martinsville High School in Martinsville, Indiana.
Brooklyn also has a public library. It is a branch of the Morgan County Public Library, where residents can borrow books and use other resources.
Arts and Culture
A notable cultural site near Brooklyn is the Goethe Link Observatory. It is located a short distance west of town on Observatory Road. The grounds around the observatory are well-known for a large collection of daffodil flowers. These beautiful flowers were gathered by Dr. Link's wife.
See also
In Spanish: Brooklyn (Indiana) para niños
