Nelson, Missouri facts for kids
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Nelson, Missouri
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Location of Nelson, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Saline |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.33 sq mi (0.85 km2) |
| • Land | 0.33 sq mi (0.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 650 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 152 |
| • Density | 462.01/sq mi (178.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
65347
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| Area code(s) | 660 |
| FIPS code | 29-51500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395166 |
Nelson is a small city located in Saline County, Missouri, in the United States. In 2020, about 152 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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Nelson's History
Nelson was officially planned and laid out in 1887. It was named after the Nelson family, who owned the land where the city was built. A post office, which helps send mail, served the community from 1887 until 2011.
Where is Nelson?
Nelson is located in the state of Missouri. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers a total area of about 0.33 square miles (0.85 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Nelson?
The number of people living in Nelson has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 383 | — | |
| 1900 | 468 | 22.2% | |
| 1910 | 480 | 2.6% | |
| 1920 | 639 | 33.1% | |
| 1930 | 337 | −47.3% | |
| 1940 | 334 | −0.9% | |
| 1950 | 297 | −11.1% | |
| 1960 | 126 | −57.6% | |
| 1970 | 230 | 82.5% | |
| 1980 | 248 | 7.8% | |
| 1990 | 181 | −27.0% | |
| 2000 | 212 | 17.1% | |
| 2010 | 192 | −9.4% | |
| 2020 | 152 | −20.8% | |
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Nelson's Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 152 people living in Nelson. There were 74 households and 62 families. A household is a group of people living together, and a family is a group of related people.
Most of the people in Nelson (about 91.4%) were White. A smaller number were African American (2.0%), Native American (0.7%), or Asian (1.3%). About 4.6% of the people were from two or more racial backgrounds. About 1.3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 43.8% of the households were married couples living together. Some households had a female head without a husband (10.9%). About 45.3% of households were not families. This means they might be individuals living alone or roommates.
The average age of people in Nelson was 38.6 years. About 26.5% of residents were under 18 years old. This means many young people live in the city. About 16.7% of residents were 65 years or older.
Nelson's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed 192 people living in Nelson. There were 78 households and 51 families.
The racial makeup was similar to 2020. About 91.7% of residents were White. About 3.1% were African American, 0.5% Native American, and 0.5% Asian. About 4.2% were from two or more races. About 1.0% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 35.9% of households had children under 18 living with them. About 48.7% were married couples. The average household had 2.46 people. The average family had 2.84 people.
The median age in 2010 was 40.8 years. About 26% of residents were under 18. About 9.9% were 65 years or older. The number of males and females was almost equal, with 50% male and 50% female.
See also
In Spanish: Nelson (Misuri) para niños
