Sunman, Indiana facts for kids
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Sunman, Indiana
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Location of Sunman in Ripley County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Ripley |
| Township | Adams |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.17 sq mi (3.03 km2) |
| • Land | 1.17 sq mi (3.03 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,017 ft (310 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 914 |
| • Density | 781.20/sq mi (301.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47041
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| Area code(s) | 812 |
| FIPS code | 18-74168 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397689 |
Sunman is a small town located in Ripley County, Indiana. It is part of Adams Township. In 2020, about 914 people lived there.
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History of Sunman
Sunman got its name from John Sunman. He was an early postmaster, which means he was in charge of the local post office. The post office started operating in Sunman way back in 1833.
The town of Sunman officially began in 1856. This happened when a railroad line was built through the area. The railroad helped the town grow by making it easier for people and goods to travel.
Geography and Climate of Sunman
Sunman is located in southeastern Indiana. Its exact location is 39°14′11″N 85°5′38″W / 39.23639°N 85.09389°W. This helps us find it on a map using its latitude and longitude.
The town covers a total area of about 1.17 square miles (3.03 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Sunman's Weather Patterns
Sunman has a type of weather called a humid subtropical climate. This means the summers are usually hot and humid. The winters are generally mild, but they can sometimes be cool. This climate is often called "Cfa" on climate maps.
Population and People in Sunman
The number of people living in Sunman has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 370 | — | |
| 1910 | 353 | −4.6% | |
| 1920 | 372 | 5.4% | |
| 1930 | 355 | −4.6% | |
| 1940 | 352 | −0.8% | |
| 1950 | 358 | 1.7% | |
| 1960 | 446 | 24.6% | |
| 1970 | 707 | 58.5% | |
| 1980 | 924 | 30.7% | |
| 1990 | 623 | −32.6% | |
| 2000 | 805 | 29.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,049 | 30.3% | |
| 2020 | 914 | −12.9% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the town of Sunman had 1,049 people living there. There were 371 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Out of these, 272 were families.
Most of the people in Sunman were White (95.1%). A smaller number were African American (0.6%) or Asian (0.2%). About 7.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (42.6%) had children under 18 living with them. About 53.6% of households were married couples. The average household had 2.83 people, and the average family had 3.27 people.
The average age of people in Sunman was 32 years old. About 30% of residents were under 18. Also, 11.9% were 65 years old or older. Slightly more than half of the population (51.2%) was male, and 48.8% was female.
Education in Sunman
Students in Sunman attend schools that are part of the Sunman-Dearborn Community School Corporation. This school district serves the local community.
See also
In Spanish: Sunman (Indiana) para niños
