Edwardsburg, Michigan facts for kids
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Edwardsburg, Michigan
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Location within Cass County
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 Edwardsburg, Michigan
Location in Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Cass |
| Township | Ontwa |
| Settled | 1828 |
| Incorporated | 1911 (village) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.02 sq mi (2.63 km2) |
| • Land | 0.91 sq mi (2.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.27 km2) |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,304 |
| • Density | 1,426.70/sq mi (550.75/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
49112, 49120
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| Area code(s) | 269 |
| FIPS code | 26-25040 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0625399 |
Edwardsburg is a small village in Michigan, United States. It is located in Cass County, within Ontwa Township. The village is northeast of South Bend, Indiana. In 2020, the population of Edwardsburg was 1,304 people. It is part of the larger South Bend–Mishawaka Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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History of Edwardsburg
Edwardsburg was first settled in 1828. Before it became a village, the area was known as Beardsley's Prairie. The village officially became a recognized community in 1911. It was named after Abraham Edwards, who was an important politician and one of the first people to settle in this area.
Geography of Edwardsburg
Edwardsburg covers a total area of about 1.01 square miles (2.63 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 0.91 square miles (2.37 square kilometers), is land. The remaining part, about 0.10 square miles (0.27 square kilometers), is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 252 | — | |
| 1860 | 241 | −4.4% | |
| 1870 | 297 | 23.2% | |
| 1880 | 500 | 68.4% | |
| 1890 | 404 | −19.2% | |
| 1920 | 392 | — | |
| 1930 | 388 | −1.0% | |
| 1940 | 482 | 24.2% | |
| 1950 | 616 | 27.8% | |
| 1960 | 902 | 46.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,107 | 22.7% | |
| 1980 | 1,135 | 2.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,142 | 0.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,147 | 0.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,259 | 9.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,304 | 3.6% | |
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Edwardsburg's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 1,259 people living in Edwardsburg. These people lived in 517 households, with 332 of them being families. The village had about 1,383 people per square mile (534 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people in Edwardsburg were White (93.6%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. About 3.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the village was 36.1 years. About 28.4% of residents were under 18 years old. Around 13.2% of the population was 65 years or older.
Getting Around Edwardsburg
Edwardsburg is located where two important roads meet: M-62 and US 12. The Canadian National railroad tracks also pass through the village.
For longer trips, people can use the Niles Amtrak Station, which is a train station nearby. The South Bend International Airport is also in the greater Michiana area, offering air travel. The Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90), a major highway, runs about three miles (5 kilometers) south of the village.
Famous People from Edwardsburg
Many interesting people have connections to Edwardsburg:
- Becky Breisch - A talented track and field athlete.
- Mark Kaminsky - A professor.
- Megan and Liz - Musicians known for their music.
- Ruby Soho - A professional wrestler.
- Diane Seuss - A well-known poet.
See also
In Spanish: Edwardsburg para niños
