Monroe, Nebraska facts for kids
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Monroe, Nebraska
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Village
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Downtown Monroe, December 2009
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Location of Monroe, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Platte |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.20 sq mi (0.51 km2) |
| • Land | 0.20 sq mi (0.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,522 ft (464 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 296 |
| • Density | 1,517.95/sq mi (584.71/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
68647
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-32585 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399383 |
Monroe is a small village located in Platte County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 296 people lived there. It's a quiet community with a rich history.
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A Look Back at Monroe's History
The first people settled in the area where Monroe is now back in the 1850s. However, the village itself wasn't officially planned out and marked on a map until 1889. This happened when the railroad added a special track, called a siding, to that spot. A siding is like a short extra track where trains can wait or switch lines.
Monroe was named after James Monroe, who was a president of the United States.
A historical building nearby, the Monroe Congregational Church and New Hope Cemetery, is very important. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's recognized for its special historical value.
Where is Monroe Located?
Monroe is a small place. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers an area of about 0.51 square kilometers (0.20 square miles). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the village limits.
Who Lives in Monroe?
Monroe's population has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| 1900 | 214 | — | |
| 1910 | 282 | 31.8% | |
| 1920 | 309 | 9.6% | |
| 1930 | 293 | −5.2% | |
| 1940 | 315 | 7.5% | |
| 1950 | 269 | −14.6% | |
| 1960 | 261 | −3.0% | |
| 1970 | 295 | 13.0% | |
| 1980 | 294 | −0.3% | |
| 1990 | 309 | 5.1% | |
| 2000 | 307 | −0.6% | |
| 2010 | 284 | −7.5% | |
| 2020 | 296 | 4.2% | |
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In 2010, there were 284 people living in Monroe. These people lived in 121 different homes, and 79 of these were families. Most of the people living in Monroe were White. A small percentage were from other racial backgrounds. About 4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Monroe in 2010 was 45 years old. About 22.5% of the residents were under 18. About 18.7% were 65 years old or older. The village had a fairly even split between males and females.
Schools and Learning in Monroe
For many years, Monroe had its own school. However, in 2001, the school districts of Monroe, Silver Creek, and Genoa joined together. They formed a new, larger district called the Twin River School District.
After this change, only a school for kindergarten through sixth grade remained in Monroe. But this school eventually closed its doors in the fall of 2007. Even though the school building is no longer used for classes, the school district still owns the Monroe gym. They use this gym for sports events for junior high students.
See also
- In Spanish: Monroe (Nebraska) para niños
