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Garrett, Indiana
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Location of Garrett in DeKalb County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | DeKalb |
| Township | Keyser |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.17 sq mi (10.79 km2) |
| • Land | 4.17 sq mi (10.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 6,542 |
| • Density | 1,570.33/sq mi (606.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46738
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| FIPS code | 18-26386 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394858 |
| Website | http://www.garrettindiana.us |
Garrett is a city located in Keyser Township, DeKalb County, Indiana, in the United States. It's a friendly place with a rich history, especially tied to railroads. In 2020, about 6,542 people lived here. Garrett is known for its community spirit and local schools.
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History of Garrett
Garrett started as a town in 1875. This happened when the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad built its tracks through the area. The city was named after John W. Garrett. He was the president of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad for many years, from 1858 to 1884. Garrett officially became a city in 1875.
Geography and Location
Garrett covers about 3.85 square miles of land. It is located in northeastern Indiana. The city sits just west of Auburn, which is a larger town and the main city of DeKalb County. Both Garrett and Auburn are about 15 miles north of Fort Wayne, a much bigger city.
Garrett's Climate
Garrett experiences a climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are generally warm, and winters are cold with snow. The city gets a good amount of rain throughout the year.
| Climate data for Garrett, Indiana (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1989–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 65 (18) |
73 (23) |
84 (29) |
85 (29) |
93 (34) |
102 (39) |
101 (38) |
97 (36) |
97 (36) |
90 (32) |
78 (26) |
67 (19) |
102 (39) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 53.6 (12.0) |
56.6 (13.7) |
69.3 (20.7) |
79.2 (26.2) |
85.9 (29.9) |
90.6 (32.6) |
91.5 (33.1) |
90.3 (32.4) |
88.2 (31.2) |
80.7 (27.1) |
66.5 (19.2) |
55.4 (13.0) |
93.7 (34.3) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 30.2 (−1.0) |
34.2 (1.2) |
45.8 (7.7) |
59.2 (15.1) |
69.8 (21.0) |
77.5 (25.3) |
80.8 (27.1) |
78.8 (26.0) |
73.4 (23.0) |
61.2 (16.2) |
46.8 (8.2) |
34.6 (1.4) |
57.7 (14.3) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 23.3 (−4.8) |
26.4 (−3.1) |
36.4 (2.4) |
48.0 (8.9) |
58.8 (14.9) |
67.4 (19.7) |
70.6 (21.4) |
68.6 (20.3) |
62.3 (16.8) |
51.0 (10.6) |
38.8 (3.8) |
28.3 (−2.1) |
48.3 (9.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 16.5 (−8.6) |
18.6 (−7.4) |
26.9 (−2.8) |
36.7 (2.6) |
47.7 (8.7) |
57.3 (14.1) |
60.3 (15.7) |
58.4 (14.7) |
51.2 (10.7) |
40.8 (4.9) |
30.8 (−0.7) |
21.9 (−5.6) |
38.9 (3.8) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | −6.0 (−21.1) |
−0.9 (−18.3) |
9.1 (−12.7) |
22.1 (−5.5) |
33.8 (1.0) |
44.7 (7.1) |
50.1 (10.1) |
48.6 (9.2) |
37.6 (3.1) |
28.2 (−2.1) |
16.5 (−8.6) |
4.0 (−15.6) |
−9.7 (−23.2) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −26 (−32) |
−25 (−32) |
−7 (−22) |
11 (−12) |
24 (−4) |
37 (3) |
42 (6) |
42 (6) |
28 (−2) |
22 (−6) |
4 (−16) |
−18 (−28) |
−26 (−32) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.52 (64) |
2.28 (58) |
2.68 (68) |
4.02 (102) |
4.73 (120) |
3.95 (100) |
3.52 (89) |
3.90 (99) |
3.22 (82) |
3.01 (76) |
3.10 (79) |
2.59 (66) |
39.52 (1,004) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 10.6 (27) |
9.7 (25) |
4.8 (12) |
1.2 (3.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
2.5 (6.4) |
7.1 (18) |
36.0 (91) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 11.6 | 9.5 | 10.2 | 11.8 | 11.6 | 9.9 | 8.8 | 8.5 | 7.6 | 9.4 | 9.5 | 10.8 | 119.2 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 8.7 | 7.0 | 3.9 | 1.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 2.5 | 6.3 | 29.7 |
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People of Garrett
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 1,268 | — | |
| 1890 | 2,767 | 118.2% | |
| 1900 | 3,910 | 41.3% | |
| 1910 | 4,149 | 6.1% | |
| 1920 | 4,796 | 15.6% | |
| 1930 | 4,428 | −7.7% | |
| 1940 | 4,285 | −3.2% | |
| 1950 | 4,291 | 0.1% | |
| 1960 | 4,364 | 1.7% | |
| 1970 | 4,715 | 8.0% | |
| 1980 | 4,751 | 0.8% | |
| 1990 | 5,349 | 12.6% | |
| 2000 | 5,803 | 8.5% | |
| 2010 | 6,286 | 8.3% | |
| 2020 | 6,542 | 4.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Garrett has grown steadily over the years. In 2010, there were 6,286 people living in the city. By 2020, the population had increased to 6,542.
Population Breakdown (2010)
In 2010, the population of Garrett was almost evenly split between males and females. About 48% were male and 52% were female.
Most of the people living in Garrett identified as White. A smaller number of people identified with two or more races, or as other racial groups.
| Race | Number of Citizens | Percentage of Population |
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| White | 6,028 | 95.90% |
| Identified by two or more | 97 | 1.54% |
| Other | 73 | 1.16% |
| African American | 28 | 0.45% |
| Asian | 28 | 0.45% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 26 | 0.41% |
| Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander | 6 | 0.10% |
The age groups in Garrett in 2010 showed a good mix of people. Nearly 30% of the population was under 18 years old. This means there are many kids and teenagers in the city.
| Age | Number of Citizens | Percentage of Population |
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| Under 18 | 1,836 | 29.20% |
| 18 & Over | 4,450 | 71.80% |
| 20-24 | 370 | 5.89% |
| 25-34 | 866 | 13.78% |
| 35-49 | 1,309 | 20.82% |
| 50-64 | 1,023 | 16.27% |
| 65 & Over | 701 | 11.15% |
Education in Garrett
Garrett is part of the Garrett-Keyser-Butler Community Schools district. This district serves the local students from kindergarten through high school.
Here are the main schools in Garrett:
| Type | Name | Grades |
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| Public | J.E. Ober Elementary | K-5 |
| Public | Garrett Middle School | 6-8 |
| Public | Garrett High School | 9-12 |
| Private (Catholic Parochial) | St. Joseph School | K-6 |
The city also has the Garrett Public Library. It is one of four public libraries in DeKalb County.
Important Buildings and Landmarks
Garrett has several historic buildings. Many of these are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important to the history of the United States.
Some of these buildings include:
- The Garrett Community Mausoleum
- The Garrett Historic District
- The J.H. Haag House
- Keyser Township School 8
- The Mountz House
- The Henry Peters House
- The John Wilderson House
St. Joseph Catholic Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church was built in 1929. It is an Italian-style church and is over 100 years old. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. The church also runs St. Joseph Catholic School in Garrett.
Sacred Heart Hospital (Now Apartments)
The Sacred Heart Hospital building was built in 1902. It was first managed by nuns from the Order of the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart. Later, it became the Garrett Community Hospital. This building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.
For many years, the building was not used much. Then, in 2003, it was renovated. It was turned into 42 apartments for senior citizens. In 2010, the rules changed, allowing anyone to live in the Sacred Heart Apartments.
Judy A. Morrill Recreation Center (The JAM)
In 2005, the DeKalb County YMCA Community Center opened. It is now called the Judy A. Morrill Center, or The JAM. This center was designed for the whole community.
The JAM has a special pool that you can walk into with a ramp. This makes it easy for everyone to use. The pool also has a water slide and splash pads for kids. There is a fitness room with weights and exercise machines. The center also has a large gym and a playground. Daycare and after-school programs are available for families.
In 2011, the center became the Judy A. Morrill Recreation Center. It offers many classes and activities. These include scrapbooking, Yoga, swimming, fitness classes, and bingo.
Garrett Fire Department
The Garrett Fire Department has been helping the community since 1879. It protects lives and property in Garrett and nearby areas. The fire department used to be in the City Hall. In 1996, it moved to a new station with the Police Department.
Garrett High School and Sports
Garrett High School has been around since 1922. In 2001, a new middle school section was added to the building. In 2011, the school started building another new section. This greatly increased the size of the high school. The new section was finished in early 2013.
Garrett High School is known as one of the top schools in Northern Indiana. Their motto is "Be The One." The high school sports teams are called the Railroaders. Their mascot is a Locomotive. They play in the Northeast Corner Conference. The middle school teams are called the Locomotives. They play in the Tri-County Athletic Conference and the Jr.-NECC.
Local News and Media
The Garrett Clipper is a local newspaper. It serves Garrett and the surrounding communities in southern DeKalb County. The KPC Media Group Inc. bought the newspaper in 1999. The Clipper started in 1885 and is the oldest business in the city. Sue Carpenter has been the editor and publisher since 1974.
For TV news, people in Garrett can watch Fort Wayne news channel 15, "Wane 15."
Famous People from Garrett
Garrett has been home to several notable people:
- John Bowers - A silent film star who was born and grew up in Garrett.
- Wayne Schurr - A former pitcher for the Chicago Cubs baseball team.
- Thomas Taggart - He was the mayor of Indianapolis from 1895 to 1901. He lived in Garrett for a few years.
- Rollie Zeider - A major league baseball player who played from 1910 to 1918.
Images for kids
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John Bowers
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Thomas Taggart
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Rollie Zaider
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See also
In Spanish: Garrett (Indiana) para niños
