Montrose, Missouri facts for kids
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Montrose, Missouri
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Location of Montrose, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Henry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.57 sq mi (1.48 km2) |
| • Land | 0.57 sq mi (1.48 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 383 |
| • Density | 671.93/sq mi (259.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
64770
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| Area code(s) | 660 |
| FIPS code | 29-49664 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395391 |
Montrose is a small city located in Henry County, Missouri, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a population of 383 people, according to the 2020 census.
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History of Montrose
Montrose was started in 1871. Its growth was helped by the building of a railroad nearby. The city got its name from a town called Montrose in Scotland. A post office has been open in Montrose since 1870.
When Montrose was first established, it had many different businesses. There was a flour mill, places to store grain, a bank, and even two hotels. You could also find hardware stores, furniture shops, and places to buy dry goods. The town had blacksmiths, barber shops, and even two newspapers.
The Montrose Savings Bank opened its doors on June 5, 1895. It was an important part of the community for many years.
Two special buildings in Montrose are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the C.M. and Vina Clark House and the St. Ludger Catholic Church. They are important because they show the history of the area.
Geography of Montrose
Montrose is a small city in terms of size. It covers an area of about 0.57 square miles (1.48 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population and People
Montrose has seen its population change over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 495 | — | |
| 1890 | 644 | 30.1% | |
| 1900 | 613 | −4.8% | |
| 1910 | 667 | 8.8% | |
| 1920 | 715 | 7.2% | |
| 1930 | 531 | −25.7% | |
| 1940 | 487 | −8.3% | |
| 1950 | 518 | 6.4% | |
| 1960 | 526 | 1.5% | |
| 1970 | 531 | 1.0% | |
| 1980 | 498 | −6.2% | |
| 1990 | 440 | −11.6% | |
| 2000 | 417 | −5.2% | |
| 2010 | 384 | −7.9% | |
| 2020 | 383 | −0.3% | |
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Montrose in 2010
In 2010, there were 384 people living in Montrose. The city had 192 households. Most of the people living in Montrose were White. A small number were African American or from two or more races.
About 18% of the people in Montrose were under 18 years old. About 22% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in the city was 47.7 years. Slightly more than half of the residents were female.
Notable Events
Montrose High School has had some exciting moments in sports.
- In 2010, the Montrose High School girls' basketball team won the Missouri Class 1 State Championship. This was a big achievement for the school!
- In 2011, the same team finished 3rd in the Missouri Class 1 Girls Basketball State Championship. They continued to show great skill.
See also
In Spanish: Montrose (Misuri) para niños
