Fowler, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fowler, Indiana
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Fowler's police department, town hall and public library
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Location of Fowler in Benton County, Indiana.
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Map of Fowler
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 Fowler, Indiana
Location in Benton County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Benton |
| Township | Center |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.42 sq mi (3.67 km2) |
| • Land | 1.41 sq mi (3.66 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,337 |
| • Density | 1,655.10/sq mi (638.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
47944, 47984, 47986
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| FIPS code | 18-25180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396945 |
| Website | www.townoffowler.com |
Fowler is a small town in Indiana, United States. It is the main town, or "county seat," of Benton County. In 2020, about 2,337 people lived there. Fowler is also part of the larger Lafayette area.
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History of Fowler
Fowler was officially started by Moses and Eliza Fowler on October 26, 1872. They first planned out 583 building lots. Later, in 1875, the town was expanded to include 1,602 lots and 20 blocks. More parts were added to the town over the years.
The very first home in Fowler was built in March 1871. The first business, a small general store, opened in June of that same year. Many other businesses soon followed, like a grocery store and grain elevators. In 1874, Fowler became the county seat, which means it became the main town for the county government. Before this, the county seat was in a nearby town called Oxford.
The town officially became a town in 1875. It grew very quickly! By 1883, Fowler had many different businesses and services. These included lawyers, doctors, stores, a hotel, restaurants, and two churches. The town had about 1,200 people living there at that time.
Today, Fowler is home to the Fowler Ridge Wind Farm, which uses wind turbines to create electricity. Several important buildings in Fowler are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Benton County Courthouse, the Fowler Theatre, and the Fraser & Isham Law Office.
Geography and Location
Fowler is located in a part of Benton County called Center Township. Important roads like U.S. Route 52 and State Road 18 pass right through the town. State Road 55 also goes through Fowler. Another major road, U.S. Route 41, crosses U.S. Route 52 a few miles northwest of town.
According to information from 2010, Fowler covers an area of about 1.41 square miles (3.67 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a very small part being water.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 967 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,285 | 32.9% | |
| 1900 | 1,429 | 11.2% | |
| 1910 | 1,491 | 4.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,442 | −3.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,564 | 8.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,903 | 21.7% | |
| 1950 | 2,117 | 11.2% | |
| 1960 | 2,491 | 17.7% | |
| 1970 | 2,643 | 6.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,319 | −12.3% | |
| 1990 | 2,333 | 0.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,415 | 3.5% | |
| 2010 | 2,317 | −4.1% | |
| 2020 | 2,337 | 0.9% | |
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The population of Fowler has changed over the years. In 1880, there were 967 people. The population grew steadily for many years, reaching its highest point in 1970 with 2,643 people. Since then, the population has stayed around 2,300 to 2,400 people. In 2020, the town had 2,337 residents.
What the 2010 Census Showed
The census is like a big count of all the people living in a place. In 2010, the census showed that 2,317 people lived in Fowler. There were 935 households, which are groups of people living together in one home.
Most people in Fowler were White (96.7%). A small number of people were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 3.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 30% of households had children under 18 living with them. Nearly half of the households (47.9%) were married couples. The average age of people in Fowler was 41.8 years old. About 25% of residents were under 18 years old.
Education in Fowler
Fowler has a local library called the Benton County Public Library. It's a place where people can borrow books and other materials.
Notable People from Fowler
- Otis Johnson, a baseball player
- Robert Keith, an actor
See also
In Spanish: Fowler (Indiana) para niños
