Spokane, Missouri facts for kids
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Spokane, Missouri
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Location of Spokane, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Christian |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.31 sq mi (8.57 km2) |
| • Land | 3.31 sq mi (8.57 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,335 ft (407 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 491 |
| • Density | 148.34/sq mi (57.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
65754
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| Area code(s) | 417 |
| FIPS code | 29-69518 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0726870 |
Spokane is a small community in Christian County, Missouri, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's a special area identified by the government for statistics. In 2020, about 491 people lived there. Spokane is part of the larger Springfield, Missouri area.
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History of Spokane
Spokane was officially started in 1893. The people who founded it named the community after Spokane, Washington, a city far away. A post office opened in Spokane in 1892, helping the community grow.
Where is Spokane?
Spokane is located in the state of Missouri. You can find it at these coordinates: 36°51′43″N 93°18′15″W / 36.86194°N 93.30417°W.
The area of Spokane is about 8.57 square kilometers (3.31 square miles). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
People Living in Spokane
The number of people living in Spokane has changed over the years.
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| 2020 | 491 | — | |
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In 2020, the population was 491 people. This shows how the community has grown since 2010, when 177 people lived there. Most of the people living in Spokane are White.
Local Businesses and Trade
Spokane has a strong connection with the nearby community of Highlandville, Missouri. They even share a business group called the Spokane/Highlandville Chamber of Commerce. Even though Spokane is smaller, it's a main spot for local schools and has more shops and businesses.
Schools in Spokane
The Spokane School District manages the schools in the area. There are four schools for students of different ages.
- One preschool facility for the youngest learners.
- One elementary school (for grades K-5), which is located in Highlandville, Missouri.
- One middle school for students in grades 6-8.
- One high school for students in grades 9-12.
See also
In Spanish: Spokane (Misuri) para niños
