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Idaville, Indiana
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Location of Idaville in White County, Indiana.
Location of Idaville in White County, Indiana.
Country United States
State Indiana
County White
Township Lincoln
Area
 • Total 5.84 sq mi (15.11 km2)
 • Land 5.84 sq mi (15.11 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
715 ft (218 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 440
 • Density 75.39/sq mi (29.11/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
47950
FIPS code 18-35536
GNIS feature ID 436703

Idaville is a small community located in White County, Indiana, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area that the government counts for population information, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or town. Idaville is part of Lincoln Township.

History of Idaville

Idaville has an interesting past. It was first established in 1860. When it was first created, the community had a different name: Hannah.

How Idaville Got Its Name

The name changed to Idaville when the railroad was built through the area in 1860. The local post office has also been called Idaville since that same year. This shows how important the railroad was in helping the community grow and get its current name.

Geography of Idaville

Idaville is situated in a specific spot in Indiana. Knowing its location helps us understand more about the area.

Location and Coordinates

Idaville is located at coordinates 40 degrees, 45 minutes, 25 seconds North and 86 degrees, 38 minutes, 58 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.

Elevation and Area

The community is about 218 meters (or 715 feet) above sea level. This tells us how high up it is compared to the ocean. The total area of Idaville is about 15.11 square kilometers (or 5.84 square miles). All of this area is land, with no significant water bodies within its boundaries.

Population and People

Understanding the number of people living in Idaville helps us learn about its community size.

Recent Population Counts

According to the 2020 United States Census, the population of Idaville was 440 people. A few years earlier, in 2010, the population was slightly higher at 461 people.

Population Breakdown

In 2010, out of the 461 people living in Idaville, there were 253 males and 208 females. This gives us a picture of the gender distribution in the community at that time.

Household Income

In 2017, the typical household income in Idaville was estimated to be around $53,060. This figure gives an idea of the economic well-being of families living there.

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