Butler, Indiana facts for kids
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Butler, Indiana
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Location of Butler in DeKalb County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | DeKalb |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.97 sq mi (5.11 km2) |
| • Land | 1.97 sq mi (5.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,635 |
| • Density | 1,334.85/sq mi (515.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46721
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| FIPS code | 18-09532 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393482 |
| Website | http://www.butler.in.us |
Butler is a city located in DeKalb County, Indiana, in the United States. It's a smaller city with a friendly community. In 2020, about 2,635 people lived here.
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A Look Back at Butler's History
Butler was first planned out in 1856. This happened when the railroad lines were built to reach this area. It's believed the city was named after David Butler, an early pioneer in the region.
Butler officially became a town in 1866. Later, in 1903, it grew even more and was recognized as a city.
The Fastest Train Ride
On July 23, 1966, something amazing happened near Butler. A special train car, called the M-497 Black Beetle, made history. This train car was a RDC-3 that had two jet engines added to it!
It traveled on a very straight and flat rail line between Butler and Stryker, Ohio. The M-497 Black Beetle reached an incredible speed of 183.68 miles per hour (295.60 km/h). This set an American rail speed record that is still unbroken today!
Downtown's Historic Charm
The central part of Butler, known as the Downtown Butler Historic District, is special. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. This means its buildings and area are important for their history and architecture.
Where is Butler Located?
Butler is located in Indiana. According to information from 2010, the city covers a total area of about 2.09 square miles (5.41 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the city limits.
People of Butler
The number of people living in Butler has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 1,056 | — | |
| 1890 | 2,521 | 138.7% | |
| 1900 | 2,063 | −18.2% | |
| 1910 | 1,818 | −11.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,745 | −4.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,643 | −5.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,794 | 9.2% | |
| 1950 | 1,914 | 6.7% | |
| 1960 | 2,176 | 13.7% | |
| 1970 | 2,394 | 10.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,509 | 4.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,601 | 3.7% | |
| 2000 | 2,725 | 4.8% | |
| 2010 | 2,684 | −1.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,635 | −1.8% | |
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In 2010, there were 2,684 people living in Butler. Most people lived in families, and many households had children under 18. The average age of people in Butler was about 33.7 years old.
News and Learning in Butler
Butler's Local Newspaper
Butler has its own local newspaper called the Butler Bulletin. It is published every week by KPC Media. The newspaper was started in 1976 by Joe Shelton. Jeff Jones has been the editor since 1985.
Schools in Butler
Students living in Butler attend schools that are part of the DeKalb County Eastern Community Schools district. The local schools that serve the city's residents include:
- Butler Elementary
- Eastside Junior-Senior High School
- Riverdale Elementary
The Public Library
The city of Butler is proud to have the Butler Public Library. In August 2009, the library finished a big project. They expanded and renovated the building, almost doubling its size! This expansion added a new Children's Department with a special Story Time Room. It also created a new community room, a "Teen Zone" for young adults, and a Genealogy Room for researching family history.
Famous Faces from Butler
- Nemo Leibold – He was a professional baseball player. He played as an outfielder for the Chicago White Sox in both the 1917 and 1919 World Series.
See also
In Spanish: Butler (Indiana) para niños
