Neffs, Ohio facts for kids
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Neffs, Ohio
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Belmont |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.02 sq mi (10.42 km2) |
| • Land | 3.99 sq mi (10.32 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,099 ft (335 m) |
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| • Total | 878 |
| • Density | 220.27/sq mi (85.06/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43940
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| Area code(s) | 740 |
| FIPS code | 39-53788 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393145 |
Neffs is a small community located in Belmont County, Ohio, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's a specific area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 878 people lived there. Neffs is also part of the larger Wheeling metropolitan area.
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A Look Back: Neffs' History
Neffs has been an active community for a long time. A post office opened here in 1892, helping people send and receive mail.
Early Businesses and Families
Besides the post office, Neffs used to have important businesses like a sawmill and a gristmill. A sawmill cuts wood into lumber, and a gristmill grinds grain into flour. These businesses were very important for the community in the past. The Neffs family, who the town is named after, originally came from Switzerland. They traveled through Pennsylvania and Maryland before settling in Belmont County.
A Sad Event in 1940
On March 16, 1940, a serious accident occurred at the Hanna Coal Company's No. 10 Mine near Willow Grove. This event deeply affected many families in Neffs and the surrounding areas.
Famous People from Neffs
Neffs is also known as the birthplace of Ken Clark, who became a model and an actor.
Exploring Neffs: Geography
Neffs is located in the eastern part of Belmont County, within Pultney Township.
Location and Waterways
The main part of the community sits in the valley of McMahon Creek. This creek is a smaller stream that flows into the Ohio River.
Roads and Nearby Cities
Ohio State Route 149 runs through Neffs. If you follow this road east for about 5 miles (8 kilometers), you'll reach Bellaire, Ohio, which is on the Ohio River. From Bellaire, downtown Wheeling, West Virginia, is another 5 miles (8 kilometers) north.
Area Size
According to the United States Census Bureau, the Neffs area covers about 4.02 square miles (10.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), being water.
Who Lives in Neffs: Demographics
Understanding demographics helps us learn about the people who live in a community.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Neffs has changed over the years:
- In 2000, there were 1,138 people.
- In 2010, the population was 993.
- In 2020, the population was 878.
Community Makeup (2000 Census)
In 2000, there were 1,138 people living in Neffs, making up 449 households and 339 families. Most of the residents were White (99.03%).
Many households (29.0%) had children under 18 living with them. About 58.1% were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.53 people.
Age Groups
The population in Neffs in 2000 was spread across different age groups:
- 21.8% were under 18 years old.
- 15.6% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Neffs was 40 years old.
Income Information
In 2000, the average income for a household in Neffs was $25,000 per year. For families, the average income was $36,875. About 13.8% of the total population lived below the poverty line.
See also
In Spanish: Neffs (Ohio) para niños
