Hebron, Indiana facts for kids
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Hebron, Indiana
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| Town of Hebron | |
Former Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago and St. Louis Railroad station in Hebron
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"A Community Working Together"
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 Hebron, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Hebron, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Porter |
| Township | Boone |
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| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.0 sq mi (5.18 km2) |
| • Land | 2.0 sq mi (5.18 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,755 |
| • Density | 1,877.5/sq mi (753.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
46341
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| Area code(s) | 219 |
| FIPS code | 18-32818 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396993 |
Hebron is a town located in Boone Township, Porter County, Indiana, in the United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 3,755 people.
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History of Hebron
The first person to settle in the Hebron area was Judge Jesse Johnson. He was the first judge of the Porter County Probate Court. The area was mostly open prairie with small groups of trees. About 0.5 miles (0.8 km) south of Hebron was a Potawatomi village called Hauakiki. Locals often called it "Indian Town."
The settlement area was known as "The Corners" because two roads crossed there. Hebron was officially planned out in 1841. The first homes were made of logs. In 1849, Mr. McCune built the first frame building, which was a "Tavern." This tavern was used until 1936.
In 1838, a church called Bethlehem Church of Associate Reform Presbyterians was started by Rev. Hannan. Later, the church changed its name to "Hebron." In 1845, Rev. Blain asked for a post office to be named after his church. The post office was set up that year, and the town got its name, Hebron.
More land was planned out for homes and businesses in 1849, 1852, 1855, and 1864. The town really started to grow after the Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago and St. Louis Railroad was built in 1863. This railroad was first built to help the Union during the American Civil War. After the war, it helped Hebron grow even more. The town became a way for people to reach the rich hunting grounds of the Grand Kankakee Marsh.
Hebron officially became a "Town" on March 5, 1890. When the Grand Kankakee Marsh was drained in 1890, more people and traffic came to the area. Another period of growth happened between 1900 and 1912, when the Hebron Opera House was built. By 1936, three passenger trains traveled through Hebron each day to Chicago. This made it easier for people to travel and for businesses to connect with larger markets.
The Eli Sigler House is an important historical building in Hebron. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2011.
Geography
According to the 2010 census, Hebron covers a total area of 2.0 square miles (5.18 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 715 | — | |
| 1890 | 689 | −3.6% | |
| 1900 | 794 | 15.2% | |
| 1910 | 821 | 3.4% | |
| 1920 | 832 | 1.3% | |
| 1930 | 693 | −16.7% | |
| 1940 | 949 | 36.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,010 | 6.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,401 | 38.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,624 | 15.9% | |
| 1980 | 2,696 | 66.0% | |
| 1990 | 3,183 | 18.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,596 | 13.0% | |
| 2010 | 3,724 | 3.6% | |
| 2020 | 3,755 | 0.8% | |
| Source: US Census Bureau | |||
2010 Census Details
In 2010, the town of Hebron had 3,724 people living there. There were 1,449 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. The population density was about 1,881 people per square mile (726 per square kilometer). This means a lot of people lived in a small area.
Most of the people in Hebron were White (95.9%). There were also smaller numbers of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 6.1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 37.5% of households had children under 18 years old. Many households (50.6%) were married couples living together. The average household had 2.57 people, and the average family had 3.15 people.
The average age of people in Hebron was 33.6 years old. About 27.4% of residents were under 18, and 10.7% were 65 or older.
Education
Hebron has three public schools: Hebron High School, Hebron Middle School, and Hebron Elementary School. Jeff Brooks is the superintendent of the Metropolitan School District of Boone Township. Hebron Christian Academy is also a school in the community.
The town also has a branch of the Porter County Public Library System, where you can find books and other resources.
Notable People
- Johnny Mantz - An Indy car driver
- Chris Wallace (musician) - A singer
See also
In Spanish: Hebron (Indiana) para niños
