Holden, Missouri facts for kids
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Holden, Missouri
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1908 map of Holden
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Location of Holden, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Johnson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.42 sq mi (6.26 km2) |
| • Land | 2.41 sq mi (6.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,210 |
| • Density | 916.63/sq mi (353.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
64040
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| Area code(s) | 816 |
| FIPS code | 29-32572 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0719697 |
Holden is a city located in the western part of Johnson County, Missouri, in the United States. In 2010, about 2,252 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 2,210.
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History of Holden
Holden was first planned and built in 1857. It was named after Major Nathaniel Holden. He was a local politician who helped bring the railroad to this area. The railroad was very important for the town's growth.
A famous person named Carrie Nation lived in Holden in the 1870s. She worked as a teacher there. Carrie Nation was known for speaking out against places that sold alcohol.
Geography of Holden
Holden is found where two main roads meet: Missouri Route 131 and Missouri Route 58. The city of Warrensburg is about 13 miles to the east.
The United States Census Bureau says that Holden covers a total area of about 2.42 square miles (6.26 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.41 square miles (6.24 square kilometers), is land. A very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.02 square kilometers), is water.
Population in Holden
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 59 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,576 | 2,571.2% | |
| 1880 | 2,014 | 27.8% | |
| 1890 | 2,520 | 25.1% | |
| 1900 | 2,126 | −15.6% | |
| 1910 | 2,007 | −5.6% | |
| 1920 | 2,011 | 0.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,807 | −10.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,818 | 0.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,765 | −2.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,951 | 10.5% | |
| 1970 | 2,089 | 7.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,195 | 5.1% | |
| 1990 | 2,389 | 8.8% | |
| 2000 | 2,510 | 5.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,252 | −10.3% | |
| 2020 | 2,210 | −1.9% | |
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Holden's Population in 2010
In 2010, the city of Holden had 2,252 people living in 901 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. About 589 of these households were families.
Most of the people in Holden were White (94.6%). There were also smaller groups of African American (1.4%), Native American (0.5%), and Asian (0.1%) residents. Some people identified with two or more races (2.3%). About 2.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Holden was 37.7 years old. About 24.8% of the residents were under 18 years old. Also, 14.3% of the people were 65 years old or older.
Education in Holden
The Holden R-III School District is in charge of the schools in Holden. This district runs one elementary school and one middle school. It also operates the Holden High School.
Holden has a public library where people can borrow books and use computers. It is a part of the Trails Regional Library system.
Interesting Places in Holden
Holden has several interesting places to visit.
Holden City Lake
The Holden City Lake is a large lake managed by the city. It covers 385 acres and has 600 acres of land around it for fun activities. This area is very important for birds. More than 225 different kinds of birds have been seen here. The lake also provides drinking water for Holden and nearby towns.
Joseph M. Miller Mausoleum
Just north of Holden, you can find the Joseph M. Miller Mausoleum. A mausoleum is a building that holds tombs. This building is special because it is the only structure in Holden listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is an important historical site.
Animal Wonders
Animal Wonders is an organization located in Holden. It focuses on conservation, which means protecting animals and their natural homes.
Rock Island Spur of the Katy Trail State Park
South of Holden, near a place called Medford, is the Rock Island Spur of the Katy Trail State Park. This is a long trail, great for walking, running, and biking.
