Saginaw, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saginaw, Missouri
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Village
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Location of Saginaw, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Newton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.83 sq mi (2.14 km2) |
| • Land | 0.82 sq mi (2.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 300 |
| • Density | 363.64/sq mi (140.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
64864
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| Area code(s) | 417 |
| FIPS code | 29-63902 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2399155 |
Saginaw is a small village located in Newton County, Missouri, in the United States. It's a quiet place, home to about 300 people as of the 2020 census. Saginaw is part of the larger Joplin Metropolitan Area.
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Exploring Saginaw's Location and Land
Saginaw is a small village, covering an area of about 2.14 square kilometers (0.83 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Hills, Forests, and Waterways
The land around Saginaw features rolling hills and bluffs. You'll find forests filled with Ozark hickory and oak trees, which are common in this part of Missouri. A stream called Shoal Creek flows along the southern edge of the village. This creek is important because it's the third-largest stream that feeds into the Spring River watershed, an area known for its healthy environment.
A Look Back at Saginaw's History
Saginaw wasn't always called Saginaw! It was first known as Thurman. This name came from a local store owner, Mr. Thurman.
How Saginaw Got Its Name
A post office opened in Thurman in 1873. Later, in 1889, the name of the village was changed to Saginaw. The new name was inspired by Saginaw, Michigan, a city far away in another state.
Saginaw's Population Over Time
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| 1960 | 188 | — | |
| 1970 | 224 | 19.1% | |
| 1980 | 293 | 30.8% | |
| 1990 | 384 | 31.1% | |
| 2000 | 276 | −28.1% | |
| 2010 | 297 | 7.6% | |
| 2020 | 300 | 1.0% | |
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The number of people living in Saginaw has changed over the years. In 1960, there were 188 residents. By 2020, the population had grown to 300 people.
Who Lives in Saginaw? (2010 Census)
According to the 2010 census, 297 people lived in Saginaw. Most residents (94.3%) were White. There were also smaller numbers of African American, Native American, and Pacific Islander residents. About 2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
There were 129 households in the village. Many of these (49.6%) were married couples living together. About 26.4% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.30 people, and the average family had 2.80 people.
The average age of people in Saginaw was 45.2 years. About 20.2% of residents were under 18, and 14.5% were 65 or older. The village had slightly more males (53.2%) than females (46.8%).
Learning in Saginaw
Children in Saginaw attend schools that are part of the Joplin School District.
Local Schools for Students
Students in Saginaw typically go to Stapleton Elementary School and South Middle School. For high school, all students in the district attend Joplin High School.
See also
In Spanish: Saginaw (Misuri) para niños
