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Peetz, Colorado
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Location in Logan County, Colorado
Location in Logan County, Colorado
Country  United States
State  State of Colorado
County Logan County
Incorporated (town) May 17, 1917
Government
 • Type Statutory town
Area
 • Total 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2)
 • Land 0.22 sq mi (0.58 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
4,436 ft (1,352 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 213
 • Density 968/sq mi (367/km2)
Time zone UTC-7 (MST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
ZIP code
80747
Area code(s) 970
FIPS code 08-58235
GNIS feature ID 0204648

Peetz is a small town in Logan County, Colorado, in the United States. It is known as a "statutory town," which means it follows certain rules set by the state. In 2020, about 213 people lived there.

History of Peetz

Peetz got its name from an early settler named Peter Peetz. He was one of the first people to live in this area.

Where is Peetz?

Peetz is located in Colorado. It covers a total area of about 0.58 square kilometers (0.22 square miles). All of this area is land. The town sits on a flat, raised area called the Peetz Plateau.

How Many People Live in Peetz?

Historical population
Census Pop.
1920 322
1930 244 −24.2%
1940 207 −15.2%
1950 232 12.1%
1960 218 −6.0%
1970 186 −14.7%
1980 220 18.3%
1990 179 −18.6%
2000 227 26.8%
2010 238 4.8%
2020 213 −10.5%
U.S. Decennial Census

The population of Peetz has changed over the years. In 1920, there were 322 people. By 2020, the population was 213. These numbers come from the United States Census, which counts how many people live in different places every ten years.

What Peetz is Known For

The main business in Peetz is farming. The town has a few important places that help the community. You can find a restaurant and bar called the Hot Spot. There is also the Peetz Co-op, which is a place for grain and a service station. The Peetz Telephone Company provides phone and internet services. There is also a laundromat in town.

Education in Peetz

Peetz has its own school district, called the RE-5 School District. Students in Peetz go to the Peetz K-12 School. This school teaches students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade.

Getting Around Peetz

There are no public transportation options in Peetz. However, a BNSF Railway line runs right past the town. This railway is used for moving goods. Peetz is also located next to Colorado State Highway 113, which is a road that connects it to other areas.

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