Merwin, Missouri facts for kids
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Merwin, Missouri
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Location of Merwin, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Bates |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.15 sq mi (0.38 km2) |
| • Land | 0.15 sq mi (0.38 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 899 ft (274 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 69 |
| • Density | 469.39/sq mi (181.25/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 29-47540 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399322 |
Merwin is a small village located in Bates County, Missouri, in the United States. It is considered part of the larger Kansas City metropolitan area. In 2020, the village had a population of 69 people.
Merwin's History
Merwin was officially planned and mapped out in 1891. The village was named after James G. Merwin, who worked for the railroad. A post office was opened in Merwin in 1891. It served the community for many years before closing down in 1969.
Where is Merwin Located?
Merwin is located at specific coordinates: 38.404972 degrees North and 94.590084 degrees West.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers a total area of about 0.15 square miles (0.38 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within the village limits.
Who Lives in Merwin?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 250 | — | |
| 1910 | 195 | −22.0% | |
| 1920 | 171 | −12.3% | |
| 1930 | 154 | −9.9% | |
| 1940 | 75 | −51.3% | |
| 1950 | 66 | −12.0% | |
| 1960 | 76 | 15.2% | |
| 1970 | 64 | −15.8% | |
| 1980 | 85 | 32.8% | |
| 1990 | 75 | −11.8% | |
| 2000 | 83 | 10.7% | |
| 2010 | 58 | −30.1% | |
| 2020 | 69 | 19.0% | |
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Merwin's Population in 2010
The census taken in 2010 showed that 58 people lived in Merwin. These people lived in 25 different households, and 16 of these were families. The village had about 386.7 people per square mile. There were 31 housing units, which means 31 places where people could live.
Most of the people living in Merwin in 2010 were White (96.6%). A small number were from other backgrounds.
Out of the 25 households, about 28% had children under 18 living with them. About 40% were married couples. Some households were led by a single female or a single male. About 32% of all households were made up of just one person.
The average age of people in Merwin in 2010 was 45 years old. About 24% of residents were under 18. About 21% were 65 years old or older. Slightly more than half of the population (53.4%) was male, and 46.6% was female.
