Edina, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Edina, Missouri
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Knox County Courthouse
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Location of Edina, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Knox |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.31 sq mi (3.40 km2) |
| • Land | 1.31 sq mi (3.38 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,012 |
| • Density | 774.89/sq mi (299.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
63537
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| Area code(s) | 660 |
| FIPS code | 29-21322 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0717404 |
Edina is a small city in Missouri, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Knox County. Edina is located between two parts of the South Fabius River. In 2020, about 1,012 people lived there.
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Geography of Edina
Edina is found in the middle of Knox County. It sits where two main roads, Missouri Route 6 and Missouri Route 15, cross. Nearby towns include Hurdland to the west and Knox City to the east. The community of Baring is a bit north. The North and South Forks of the South Fabius River flow close to the city.
The city covers a total area of about 1.32 square miles (3.42 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.026 square kilometers), is water.
Edina's Weather
Edina, Missouri, gets a lot of snow! Records from 1985 to 2015 show it's the snowiest place in Missouri. On average, Edina gets about 22 inches (56 cm) of snow each year.
History of Edina
Edina was officially planned out in 1839. The town got its name from Edinburgh, a famous city in Scotland. Scottish poets often wrote about Edinburgh. A post office opened in Edina in 1850. This means people have been sending and receiving mail there for a very long time.
The Edina Double Square Historic District is a special area in the city. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important place with historical buildings and a unique layout.
Population of Edina
The number of people living in Edina has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different years:
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| 1850 | 163 | — | |
| 1870 | 807 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,156 | 43.2% | |
| 1890 | 1,456 | 26.0% | |
| 1900 | 1,605 | 10.2% | |
| 1910 | 1,526 | −4.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,438 | −5.8% | |
| 1930 | 1,532 | 6.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,637 | 6.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,607 | −1.8% | |
| 1960 | 1,457 | −9.3% | |
| 1970 | 1,574 | 8.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,520 | −3.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,283 | −15.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,233 | −3.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,176 | −4.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,012 | −13.9% | |
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In 2010, there were 1,176 people living in Edina. These people lived in 535 homes. About 25% of these homes had children under 18. The average age of people in Edina was 46 years old.
Education in Edina
Public schools in Edina are managed by the Knox County R-I School District. This district helps make sure students get a good education. The town also has a public library. It's called the Knox County Branch Library. It's a great place to borrow books and learn new things.
Notable People from Edina
Some famous people have come from Edina:
- Terry Joyce was a college football star. He also played professional football.
- Gloria McCloskey played in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.
- George Turner became a United States Senator.
See also
In Spanish: Edina (Misuri) para niños
Images for kids
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Panoramic sketch of the Edina, Missouri courthouse square and some surrounding businesses, around 1876.
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A sketch of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Edina, Missouri, around 1876. The church is still standing today.
