Cheraw, Colorado facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cheraw, Colorado
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Fire department and town office (2017)
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Location of the Town of Cheraw in the Otero County, Colorado.
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 Cheraw, Colorado
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| County | Otero County |
| Incorporated | April 17, 1917 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Statutory Town |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.183 sq mi (0.474 km2) |
| • Land | 0.180 sq mi (0.467 km2) |
| • Water | 0.003 sq mi (0.007 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,131 ft (1,259 m) |
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| • Total | 237 |
| • Density | 1,314/sq mi (507/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−07:00 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−06:00 (MDT) |
| ZIP Code |
81030
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| Area code(s) | 719 |
| FIPS code | 08-13460 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0195498 |
Cheraw is a small town in Otero County, Colorado, United States. It's known as a Statutory Town, which means it follows certain laws set by the state. In 2020, about 237 people lived there.
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A Look at Cheraw's Past
How Cheraw Began
Cheraw became an official town on April 17, 1917. That same year, it was quite special. It was the smallest town anywhere with its own regimental band. A regimental band is a group of musicians who play for a military unit.
People and Jobs in 1920
In 1920, the town had 186 people living in 49 homes. Most adults in Cheraw were not born in Colorado. They had moved there from other parts of the Midwest. A good number of people, about 15%, had moved from Mexico in the ten years before.
Many different jobs kept the town running. Men worked as blacksmiths, salesmen, and even a doctor. There were also farmers and people who worked at the railroad. Women had important jobs too. They worked as teachers, postal workers, and managed the telephone system.
Where is Cheraw Located?
Cheraw's Spot on the Map
Cheraw is located in Colorado at these coordinates: 38°6′28″N 103°30′40″W / 38.10778°N 103.51111°W. This helps us find its exact spot on a map.
Size of the Town
In 2020, the town covered a total area of about 0.474 square kilometers (0.183 square miles). A very small part of this area, about 0.007 square kilometers (0.003 square miles), is water.
Who Lives in Cheraw?
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Cheraw has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population from different U.S. Censuses:
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| 1920 | 186 | — | |
| 1930 | 293 | 57.5% | |
| 1940 | 184 | −37.2% | |
| 1950 | 174 | −5.4% | |
| 1960 | 173 | −0.6% | |
| 1970 | 129 | −25.4% | |
| 1980 | 233 | 80.6% | |
| 1990 | 265 | 13.7% | |
| 2000 | 211 | −20.4% | |
| 2010 | 252 | 19.4% | |
| 2020 | 237 | −6.0% | |
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People and Families in 2000
In 2000, there were 211 people in Cheraw living in 92 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Out of these, 58 were families.
Most people in Cheraw were White, about 95.73%. Some were Native American, and a few were from other backgrounds. About 10.90% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Cheraw
The town's population included people of all ages. About 24.2% were under 18 years old. Around 10.4% were young adults aged 18 to 24. The largest group, about 29.9%, was between 45 and 64 years old. The average age in Cheraw was 40 years.
Money Matters
In 2000, the average income for a household in Cheraw was $21,250 per year. For families, the average income was $24,844. The average income for each person in the town was $12,590. About 14.2% of the people in Cheraw lived below the poverty line. This included 16.7% of those under 18.
See also
In Spanish: Cheraw (Colorado) para niños
