Cadiz, Indiana facts for kids
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Town of Cadiz, Indiana
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Location of Cadiz in Henry County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Henry |
| Township | Harrison |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km2) |
| • Land | 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,089 ft (332 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 163 |
| • Density | 1,131.94/sq mi (435.88/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47362
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| FIPS code | 18-09712 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396622 |
Cadiz is a small and friendly town located in Henry County, Indiana, in the United States. It is part of Harrison Township. In 2020, about 163 people lived there.
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History of Cadiz
How Cadiz Got Its Name
Cadiz was officially planned and mapped out in 1836. Many of the first people who settled here came from a town called Cadiz, Ohio. They named their new home "Cadiz" to remember where they came from.
Early Services in Cadiz
A post office was opened in Cadiz in 1837. This was an important place for people to send and receive letters. The post office served the community for many years. It finally closed down in 1923.
Geography of Cadiz
Where is Cadiz Located?
Cadiz is found in the state of Indiana. It is a small town, covering a total area of about 0.16 square miles (0.37 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town's borders.
People of Cadiz
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Cadiz has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 594 | — | |
| 1890 | 307 | −48.3% | |
| 1900 | 253 | −17.6% | |
| 1910 | 209 | −17.4% | |
| 1920 | 148 | −29.2% | |
| 1930 | 165 | 11.5% | |
| 1940 | 182 | 10.3% | |
| 1950 | 222 | 22.0% | |
| 1960 | 198 | −10.8% | |
| 1970 | 207 | 4.5% | |
| 1980 | 180 | −13.0% | |
| 1990 | 202 | 12.2% | |
| 2000 | 161 | −20.3% | |
| 2010 | 150 | −6.8% | |
| 2020 | 163 | 8.7% | |
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Cadiz in 2010
According to the census from 2010, 150 people lived in Cadiz. These people lived in 51 different homes. Most of the people living in Cadiz were White. About 2.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Homes and Families
- Out of the 51 homes, almost half (45.1%) had children under 18 living there.
- More than half (54.9%) were married couples living together.
- Some homes had a single parent, either a mom (7.8%) or a dad (9.8%).
- The average number of people living in one home was about 2.94.
Age and Gender
The average age of people in Cadiz in 2010 was 35.2 years old.
- About 32% of the residents were under 18 years old.
- About 30% were young adults between 25 and 44 years old.
- The town had a fairly even mix of genders: 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
