Florence, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Florence, Indiana
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The post office in Florence
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Location of Florence in Switzerland County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Switzerland |
| Township | York |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km2) |
| • Land | 0.14 sq mi (0.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 466 ft (142 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 60 |
| • Density | 444.44/sq mi (171.68/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47020
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-23728 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2587018 |
Florence is a small community in Switzerland County, Indiana, in the United States. It is called a census-designated place, which means it's a special area the government keeps track of for population counts. Florence is located in York Township.
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History of Florence
Early Days and Name Changes
The community of Florence was first started in 1817. Back then, it had a different name: New York.
A post office was opened in New York in 1827. This was important for sending and receiving mail. Later, in 1847, the name of the post office and the community changed to Florence. The post office is still open today!
Geography and Climate
Where is Florence Located?
Florence is in Indiana, a state in the USA. It's part of Switzerland County.
Understanding Florence's Climate
The weather in Florence has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool.
Scientists use something called the Köppen Climate Classification system to describe climates. Florence has a type of climate known as a humid subtropical climate. This is often shown as "Cfa" on climate maps. It means the area gets a lot of rain and has warm temperatures for most of the year.
Population and People
How Many People Live in Florence?
Every ten years, the United States government counts how many people live in different areas. This is called a census.
According to the 2020 census, about 60 people live in Florence. This makes it a very small community.
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| 2020 | 60 | — | |
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See also
In Spanish: Florence (Indiana) para niños
