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New Hamburg, Missouri
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Census-Designated Place
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Scott |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.90 sq mi (2.33 km2) |
| • Land | 0.89 sq mi (2.30 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 218 |
| • Density | 245.50/sq mi (94.80/km2) |
| FIPS code | 29-51842 |
| GNIS feature ID | 731624 |
New Hamburg is a small, unincorporated community located in Scott County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. An unincorporated community means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
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History of New Hamburg
New Hamburg was first known simply as Hamburg. It was officially mapped out, or platted, in 1866. The community got its name from the city of Hamburg in Germany. Many of the first people who settled here came from Germany. A post office was opened in New Hamburg in 1874. It served the community for many years, finally closing in 1972.
People of New Hamburg
Population Numbers
According to the 2020 United States Census, about 218 people lived in New Hamburg.
Famous People from New Hamburg
- Leo A. Herbst (1883-1969) was born in New Hamburg. He later became the mayor of Perryville, Missouri. A mayor is the elected leader of a city or town.
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