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Helmer, Indiana
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 Helmer, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Helmer, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Steuben |
| Township | Salem |
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46747
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| FIPS code | 18-32926 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830542 |
Helmer is a small place in Indiana, located in Steuben County. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Helmer is found within Salem Township.
Helmer's Past: A Railroad Story
Helmer began to grow a long time ago because of a railroad that ran through it. Trains were very important back then for travel and moving goods. The railroad helped Helmer become a busy little community.
Changes Over Time in Helmer
Over the years, things have changed in Helmer. It no longer has its own post office. The fire department in Helmer also joined with the Salem Center Fire Department. This means they now work together to keep the area safe.
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