Macy, Indiana facts for kids
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Macy, Indiana
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Location in Miami County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Miami |
| Township | Allen |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| • Land | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 850 ft (260 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 199 |
| • Density | 1,730.43/sq mi (670.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46951
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-45864 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396733 |
Macy is a small town in Allen Township, Miami County, in the state of Indiana, United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 199 people.
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A Brief History of Macy
Macy was founded in 1860. This happened when the railroad reached the area. The community was first called "Lincoln." However, there was already another town named Lincoln in Cass County.
To avoid confusion with mail, the name was changed. The town was renamed after David Macy. He was the president of the Indianapolis, Peru and Chicago Railway. Macy's post office has been open since 1880.
Geography of Macy
Macy is located in the northern part of Miami County. It is about 15 miles (24 km) north-northwest of Peru. Peru is the county seat, which means it's the main town for the county's government. Macy is also about 9 miles (14 km) southeast of Rochester.
Land Area
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Macy covers a total area of 0.12 square miles (0.30 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There is no water within the town's boundaries.
Macy's Population Over Time
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 290 | — | |
| 1890 | 316 | 9.0% | |
| 1900 | 314 | −0.6% | |
| 1910 | 320 | 1.9% | |
| 1920 | 297 | −7.2% | |
| 1930 | 279 | −6.1% | |
| 1940 | 275 | −1.4% | |
| 1950 | 288 | 4.7% | |
| 1960 | 328 | 13.9% | |
| 1970 | 273 | −16.8% | |
| 1980 | 282 | 3.3% | |
| 1990 | 218 | −22.7% | |
| 2000 | 248 | 13.8% | |
| 2010 | 209 | −15.7% | |
| 2020 | 199 | −4.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Macy has changed over the years. The table above shows how many people lived in Macy during different census years.
2010 Census Information
In 2010, the census showed that 209 people lived in Macy. There were 76 households and 57 families in the town. Most of the people living in Macy were White (98.1%). A small number were African American or Native American. Some people were from two or more races.
The average age of people in Macy was about 39.6 years old. About 25.4% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 14.8% were 65 years old or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Famous People from Macy
Macy has been home to some well-known individuals:
- Ruth Riley - A famous basketball player. She played for the Detroit Shock in the WNBA.
- The Lane Sisters - These were actresses and singers. Two of the four sisters were born in Macy.
See also
In Spanish: Macy (Indiana) para niños
