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East Enterprise is a small community, also known as a census-designated place, located in Switzerland County, Indiana, in the United States. Even though it's not officially a town or city, it has its own post office with the ZIP code 47019.

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East Enterprise, Indiana
Location of East Enterprise in Switzerland County, Indiana.
Location of East Enterprise in Switzerland County, Indiana.
Country United States
State Indiana
County Switzerland
Township Cotton
Area
 • Total 0.52 sq mi (1.34 km2)
 • Land 0.52 sq mi (1.34 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
889 ft (271 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 145
 • Density 279.38/sq mi (107.89/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
47019
Area code(s) 812, 930
GNIS feature ID 2587017

A Look Back: History of East Enterprise

The post office in East Enterprise first opened its doors in 1864. This is when the community officially got its current name. Before that, it was known by other names like Allensville and Clapboard Corner.

Where is East Enterprise?

East Enterprise is found in the central part of Cotton Township. You can find it where two main roads, State Road 56 and State Road 250, meet. It's located northeast of Vevay, which is the main town and county seat for Switzerland County.

Who Lives in East Enterprise?

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 145
U.S. Decennial Census

According to the 2020 census, about 145 people live in East Enterprise. Most people in the community have finished high school.

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