Ida, Michigan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ida, Michigan
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Looking north along Lewis Avenue
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Location within Monroe County
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 Ida, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Ida, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Monroe |
| Townships | Ida and Raisinville |
| Settled | 1825 |
| Established | 1844 |
| Platted | 1868 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.50 sq mi (6.47 km2) |
| • Land | 2.47 sq mi (6.40 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 640 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 790 |
| • Density | 319.71/sq mi (123.45/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48140
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| Area code(s) | 734 |
| GNIS feature ID | 628919 |
Ida is a small community in Monroe County, Michigan. It is not an official city or town. Instead, it is called an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government.
Ida is also a "census-designated place" (CDP). This term is used by the government for counting people and collecting statistics. In 2020, about 790 people lived in Ida. The community has its own post office with the ZIP Code 48140.
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Exploring Ida: Location and Features
Ida is located in the middle of Monroe County. It is about 12 miles (19 km) north of the Ohio state line. The community is mainly built around Lewis Avenue. Some parts also stretch north into Raisinville Township.
Ida's Surroundings
Ida is about 10 miles (16 km) west of the city of Monroe. It sits at an elevation of 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level. You can reach Ida easily from U.S. Route 23 at exit 13. Another main road, M-50, is about 2.5 miles (4.0 km) to the north.
Nearby communities include Dundee to the northwest and Petersburg to the west. To the southwest is Lulu, and to the southeast is La Salle.
Community Services in Ida
Ida has its own post office, located at 2888 Lewis Avenue. The 48140 ZIP Code covers most of Ida Township. It also includes small parts of nearby townships like La Salle Township and Raisinville Township.
The community is served by Ida Public Schools. This school district has an elementary, middle, and high school all on one main campus. The Ida Township Municipal Office is also in the community center at 3016 Lewis Avenue. This building also houses the Ida Branch Library, which is part of the Monroe County Library System.
A Look Back: Ida's History
Ida began as a stop for stagecoaches in the early 1800s. Travelers going between Monroe and Adrian would stop here. In 1825, the Wayside Inn opened. It was the first business in the area. Early settlers were mostly farmers. They even helped travelers whose wagons got stuck in the muddy trails.
Growth and Development
In 1839, the Michigan Southern Railroad built railway lines through the area. This helped Ida grow. The area was also a popular spot for deer hunting. Ida Township was officially created in 1837. It was named after a local leader, Ida M. Taylor.
The community of Ida got its first post office on July 11, 1844. William Riggs was the first postmaster. The community was officially mapped out in 1868.
Railroads and Local Services
Ida had a train depot along the Michigan Southern Railroad line. This line later became part of the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway. The depot was near the fire station on Lewis Avenue. It closed in 1959, and the railway line was eventually removed. Today, Ida does not have a railway.
Ida started its own fire department in 1938. This happened after several local fires. In 1951, the fire department moved to its current location at 3016 Lewis Avenue. It still serves the township with both part-time staff and volunteers.
Important Buildings
One important building in Ida is the St. Joseph Church. It is part of the St. Gabriel Parish, which is very old. The nearby St. Joseph Cemetery has graves dating back to 1841. The current church building was built in 1904.
For the 2020 census, Ida was listed as a new "census-designated place." This means it is counted for statistics, but it is still an unincorporated community. It does not have its own legal government.
Population Facts: Demographics of Ida
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| 2020 | 790 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Ida was 790 people. This number comes from the official United States census. The census helps us understand how many people live in different places.
Images for kids
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U.S. Post Office in Ida
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Saint Joseph Catholic Church
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Southbound Lewis Avenue in 2010
