Camden, Ohio facts for kids
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Camden, Ohio
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Camden Town Hall
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Location of Camden, Ohio
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Location of Camden in Preble County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Preble |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor/Council/Administrator |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.25 sq mi (3.23 km2) |
| • Land | 1.24 sq mi (3.21 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,989 |
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1,975 |
| • Density | 1,602.74/sq mi (618.70/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
45311
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| Area code(s) | 937, 326 |
| FIPS code | 39-11024 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397539 |
Camden is a small village located in Preble County, Ohio, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,989 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a friendly community.
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History of Camden: How Did It Get Its Name?
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Camden was first created in 1818. It was originally called Dover. However, there was already another town named Dover, Ohio. So, in 1824, the village's name was changed to Newcomb. This new name honored George Newcomb, who was a State Senator.
But the name Newcomb didn't really stick. People weren't using it much. So, in 1835, the village was renamed again. This time, it was called Camden, after a town in South Carolina called Camden, South Carolina. This name has stayed ever since!
Geography: Where Is Camden Located?
Camden is a small village. It covers a total area of about 1.25 square miles (3.23 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 1.24 square miles (3.21 square kilometers). Only a tiny part, about 0.01 square miles (0.02 square kilometers), is water.
Demographics: Who Lives in Camden?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 637 | — | |
| 1870 | 648 | 1.7% | |
| 1880 | 800 | 23.5% | |
| 1890 | 846 | 5.8% | |
| 1900 | 905 | 7.0% | |
| 1910 | 899 | −0.7% | |
| 1920 | 904 | 0.6% | |
| 1930 | 888 | −1.8% | |
| 1940 | 991 | 11.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,084 | 9.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,308 | 20.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,507 | 15.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,971 | 30.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,210 | 12.1% | |
| 2000 | 2,302 | 4.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,046 | −11.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,989 | −2.8% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 1,975 | −3.5% | |
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Population Details from 2010
In 2010, there were 2,046 people living in Camden. These people lived in 835 different homes. The village had about 1,650 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Camden were White, making up 98.8% of the population. A small number were African American, Native American, or from other backgrounds. About 1.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Camden was 35.2 years old. About 28% of the residents were under 18 years old. This means there are many kids and teenagers in the village. About 13.1% of the people were 65 years or older.
Education: Schools and Learning in Camden
Students in Camden are part of the Preble Shawnee School District. Younger students attend Camden Elementary for grades K-3. Older elementary students go to West Elkton Elementary for grades 4-6. Finally, students in grades 7-12 attend Preble Shawnee High School. The school district's mascot is the Arrows.
Camden also has a public library. It is a branch of the Preble County District Library. This library offers books and resources for everyone in the community.
Notable People: Famous Faces from Camden
Several interesting people have come from Camden, Ohio:
- Sherwood Anderson - A famous novelist who wrote many stories.
- Travis Gregg - A professional racing driver.
- Myron Scott - He created the All-American Soap Box Derby, a fun racing event for kids.
- Charles Mitchell Whiteside - A politician and businessman.
See also
In Spanish: Camden (Ohio) para niños
