Unionville, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Unionville, Missouri
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Unionville Square
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Location of Unionville, Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Putnam |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.00 sq mi (5.17 km2) |
| • Land | 2.00 sq mi (5.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,047 ft (319 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,735 |
| • Density | 869.24/sq mi (335.54/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
63565
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| Area code(s) | 660 |
| FIPS code | 29-75166 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397090 |
Unionville is a city located in Putnam County, Missouri, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,735 people lived there. It is also the main city, or county seat, of Putnam County.
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A Look at Unionville's History
Unionville was founded in 1853. It was first called Harmony. The city became the county seat for Putnam County. Before this, the county seat had moved many times. These moves often caused big arguments. The name "Harmony" was chosen because people hoped the new central location would bring peace to everyone. You can find more details in the Putnam County history.
Geography and Climate
Unionville is located at 40°28′35″N 93°0′22″W / 40.47639°N 93.00611°W. The city covers a total area of about 2.00 square miles (5.17 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Weather in Unionville
The weather in Unionville changes throughout the year. Summers are warm, and winters are cold.
| Climate data for Unionville, Missouri (1981–2010) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 34.9 (1.6) |
38.5 (3.6) |
51.9 (11.1) |
64.4 (18.0) |
73.6 (23.1) |
82.0 (27.8) |
86.1 (30.1) |
84.3 (29.1) |
77.1 (25.1) |
64.0 (17.8) |
50.3 (10.2) |
36.2 (2.3) |
61.9 (16.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 15.2 (−9.3) |
16.9 (−8.4) |
28.2 (−2.1) |
39.7 (4.3) |
50.0 (10.0) |
59.2 (15.1) |
63.6 (17.6) |
61.2 (16.2) |
53.2 (11.8) |
40.3 (4.6) |
29.7 (−1.3) |
16.7 (−8.5) |
39.5 (4.2) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 1.14 (29) |
1.48 (38) |
2.88 (73) |
3.80 (97) |
4.05 (103) |
4.90 (124) |
5.70 (145) |
4.72 (120) |
3.90 (99) |
3.78 (96) |
2.62 (67) |
1.92 (49) |
40.90 (1,039) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 6.0 (15) |
7.3 (19) |
2.2 (5.6) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
1.5 (3.8) |
6.4 (16) |
23.6 (60) |
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Population Information
The number of people living in Unionville has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 227 | — | |
| 1870 | 462 | 103.5% | |
| 1880 | 772 | 67.1% | |
| 1890 | 1,118 | 44.8% | |
| 1900 | 2,050 | 83.4% | |
| 1910 | 2,000 | −2.4% | |
| 1920 | 1,765 | −11.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,811 | 2.6% | |
| 1940 | 2,052 | 13.3% | |
| 1950 | 2,050 | −0.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,896 | −7.5% | |
| 1970 | 2,075 | 9.4% | |
| 1980 | 2,178 | 5.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,989 | −8.7% | |
| 2000 | 2,041 | 2.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,865 | −8.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,735 | −7.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Unionville's Population in 2020
In 2020, the city had 1,735 people living in 655 households. There were 305 families. The population density was about 867 people per square mile. Most residents, about 98.6%, were White. A small number were African American, Asian, or other races. About 0.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 25.5% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples (33.6%). Others included single parents or individuals living alone. The average household had about 2.79 people. The average family had about 4.12 people.
The average age in the city was 31.9 years. About 25.4% of residents were under 18. About 20.4% were 65 or older. Slightly more than half of the population (52.4%) was male.
Unionville's Population in 2010
In 2010, Unionville had 1,865 people living in 844 households. There were 468 families. The population density was about 932 people per square mile. Most people (97.1%) were White. Other groups included African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 1.2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 28.6% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples (39.2%). Others included single parents or individuals living alone. The average household had about 2.14 people. The average family had about 2.86 people.
The average age in the city was 41.8 years. About 24.2% of residents were under 18. About 22.6% were 65 or older. Slightly more than half of the population (53.5%) was female.
Education in Unionville
Public schools in Unionville are managed by the Putnam County R-I School District. The city also has a public library, called the Putnam County Public Library. It's a great place to borrow books and learn new things!
Famous People from Unionville
- Bill Jackson - A children's TV host and cartoonist.
- Clare Magee - A former U.S. Congressman. A Congressman helps make laws for the country.
- John C. McKinley - A former Missouri Lieutenant Governor. A Lieutenant Governor is a high-ranking official in a state government.
- James K. Weatherford (1850–1935) - An attorney and politician from Oregon.
See also
In Spanish: Unionville (Misuri) para niños
