Eckley, Colorado facts for kids
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Eckley, Colorado
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"Pedal the Plains" event (2012)
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Location within Yuma County and Colorado
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| Country | United States |
| State | Colorado |
| County | Yuma |
| Incorporated | June 16, 1920 |
| Named for | Adam Eckles |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.473 sq mi (1.225 km2) |
| • Land | 0.473 sq mi (1.225 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.000 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,895 ft (1,187 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 232 |
| • Density | 490.5/sq mi (189.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| ZIP Code |
80727
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| Area code | 970 |
| FIPS code | 08-23025 |
| GNIS ID | 183026 |
Eckley is a small town located in Yuma County, Colorado, in the United States. In 2020, about 232 people lived there. It is known as a "statutory town," which is a type of local government in Colorado.
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History of Eckley
Eckley has had a post office since the 1880s. The town was named after a rancher named Adam Eckles. It officially became an incorporated town on June 16, 1920.
Geography and Climate
Eckley is located in eastern Colorado. It covers a total area of about 1.225 square kilometers (0.473 square miles). All of this area is land. The town is located at an elevation of 3,895 feet (1,187 meters) above sea level.
Eckley's Climate
Eckley has a semi-arid climate. This means it is generally dry, but not a true desert. It gets some rain, but not a lot. This type of climate is often found in the middle of continents.
Population Changes in Eckley
The number of people living in Eckley has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from different U.S. Decennial Census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 332 | — | |
| 1930 | 359 | 8.1% | |
| 1940 | 358 | −0.3% | |
| 1950 | 295 | −17.6% | |
| 1960 | 207 | −29.8% | |
| 1970 | 193 | −6.8% | |
| 1980 | 262 | 35.8% | |
| 1990 | 211 | −19.5% | |
| 2000 | 278 | 31.8% | |
| 2010 | 257 | −7.6% | |
| 2020 | 232 | −9.7% | |
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In 2000, there were 278 people living in Eckley. The average age of people in the town was 32 years old. About 37.1% of the population was under 18 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Eckley (Colorado) para niños
