Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois facts for kids
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Rock Island Arsenal
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 Rock Island Arsenal
Location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Rock Island County |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.6 sq mi (7 km2) |
| • Land | 1.6 sq mi (4 km2) |
| • Water | 1.0 sq mi (3 km2) |
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(2010)
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| • Total | 149 |
| • Density | 57.3/sq mi (22.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
Rock Island Arsenal is a special area in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a place the government counts for population, but it's not a regular city or town.
In 2010, about 149 people lived there. The area is on an island in the Mississippi River. It is also home to the Rock Island National Cemetery, a special burial ground.
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Where is Rock Island Arsenal?
Rock Island Arsenal is located at 41°31′5″N 90°32′13″W / 41.51806°N 90.53694°W. This location is in the state of Illinois. It sits on an island in the Mississippi River.
Land and Water Area
The total size of Rock Island Arsenal is about 2.6 square miles (6.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 1.6 square miles (4.1 square kilometers). The rest, about 1.0 square mile (2.6 square kilometers), is water. This means a big part of the area is surrounded by water.
Who Lives at Rock Island Arsenal?
In 2000, there were 145 people living at Rock Island Arsenal. Most of the people living there were families. Many households had children under 18 years old. The average age of people living there was 28 years old.
Population Details
The people living at Rock Island Arsenal come from different backgrounds. Most residents were White, and a good number were African American. There were also people from other racial groups. A small percentage of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average income for families in the area was around $34,375 per year. This information helps us understand the community better.
See also
In Spanish: Rock Island Arsenal para niños
