Van Buren, Indiana facts for kids
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Van Buren, Indiana
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Van Buren from the air, looking northeast.
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| Motto(s):
"The Popcorn Capital Of The World"
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Location of Van Buren in Grant County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Grant |
| Township | Van Buren |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.58 sq mi (1.51 km2) |
| • Land | 0.58 sq mi (1.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 790 |
| • Density | 1,355.06/sq mi (522.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46991
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| FIPS code | 18-78470 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397709 |
| Website | http://www.vanburenindiana.com/ |
Van Buren is a small town located in Grant County, Indiana, in the United States. It is part of Van Buren Township. In 2020, about 790 people lived there. The town is famous for its connection to popcorn!
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History of Van Buren
The area where Van Buren is located was first planned out in 1837 by Joseph Boxell. At that time, Martin Van Buren was the President of the United States, which is how the town got its name.
Later, in 1843, a man named George H. D. Rood settled here. A small creek running through the town was named Roods Run after him. Over the years, the area was known by different names like Roods Corner, Roods Town, Roods Crossroads, and even Stringtown.
In 1888, the town was officially planned out again by C.W., and it became known as Van Buren. It officially became a town recognized by the state of Indiana in June 1892.
Geography of Van Buren
Van Buren is a small town, covering an area of about 0.58 square miles (1.51 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 124 | — | |
| 1900 | 965 | — | |
| 1910 | 1,189 | 23.2% | |
| 1920 | 861 | −27.6% | |
| 1930 | 766 | −11.0% | |
| 1940 | 825 | 7.7% | |
| 1950 | 815 | −1.2% | |
| 1960 | 929 | 14.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,057 | 13.8% | |
| 1980 | 935 | −11.5% | |
| 1990 | 934 | −0.1% | |
| 2000 | 935 | 0.1% | |
| 2010 | 864 | −7.6% | |
| 2020 | 790 | −8.6% | |
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How Many People Live Here?
According to the census taken in 2010, there were 864 people living in Van Buren. These people lived in 357 homes, and 241 of these were families. The town had about 1,490 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Van Buren were White (98.0%). A small number were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 0.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
In 2010, about 35% of homes had children under 18 living there. Many homes (44%) were married couples living together. About 30% of all homes had just one person living there. The average age of people in Van Buren was about 38.6 years old.
Education
Van Buren has its own local library, called the Van Buren Public Library. It offers books and resources for everyone in the community.
Arts and Culture
Annual Popcorn Festival
Van Buren is known as the "Popcorn Capital of the World." This is because the largest employer in town is the Weaver Popcorn Company. Every August, the town celebrates its connection to popcorn with a special event called the Popcorn Festival. It's a big event that brings people together for fun and celebration.
Notable People
- Jared Lee, a famous cartoonist
See also
In Spanish: Van Buren (Indiana) para niños
