Warren, Indiana facts for kids
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Warren, Indiana
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| Town of Warren | |
Aerial view of Warren facing northeast
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Location of Warren in Huntington County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Huntington |
| Township | Salamonie |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.09 sq mi (2.82 km2) |
| • Land | 1.08 sq mi (2.80 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,182 |
| • Density | 1,091.41/sq mi (421.54/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46792
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| FIPS code | 18-80108 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397723 |
Warren is a small town located in Salamonie Township, Huntington County, Indiana. In 2020, about 1,182 people lived there. It's a friendly place with a rich history.
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The Story of Warren: A Look Back
Warren has an interesting past! It was first planned out in 1833 and was called "Jonesboro." This was near a road that went from Indianapolis to Fort Wayne. In 1837, the person who started the town, Samuel Jones, sold his very first piece of land.
The town's name was later changed to Warren. This happened because there was another town called Jonesboro not too far away. In 1878, Warren started to grow a lot when a new railroad line was built right through the area.
Where is Warren Located?
Warren is found along the Salamonie River. This river is a natural feature that adds to the town's geography. The town is also located just southeast of Interstate 69. You can find it between exits 273 and 278 on the highway.
Size and Area
According to information from 2010, Warren covers a total area of about 1.145 square miles (2.966 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.14 square miles (2.95 square kilometers), is land. Only a very small part, about 0.005 square miles (0.013 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Warren?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 503 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,120 | 122.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,523 | 36.0% | |
| 1910 | 1,189 | −21.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,520 | 27.8% | |
| 1930 | 1,177 | −22.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,388 | 17.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,247 | −10.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,241 | −0.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,229 | −1.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,254 | 2.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,185 | −5.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,272 | 7.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,239 | −2.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,182 | −4.6% | |
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Warren's Population in 2010
In 2010, a census (a count of people) showed that 1,239 people lived in Warren. These people lived in 515 households, and 341 of these were families.
Most of the people in Warren were White (98.8%). A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people were from other races or a mix of two or more races. About 0.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 29.5% of the households had children under 18 living there. Many households (52.2%) were married couples living together. The average household had 2.41 people, and the average family had 2.96 people.
The average age of people in Warren was 40.1 years old. About 24.9% of residents were under 18. Also, 19% of the people were 65 years old or older. The town had a nearly even split of genders, with 49.4% male and 50.6% female residents.
Learning in Warren: Schools and Library
The Huntington County Community School Corporation runs Salamonie School. This school teaches students from kindergarten through fifth grade. It is the only school still open in Warren.
Long ago, there was a Salamonie Township High School. It joined with Huntington County Community High School in 1966. That school is now called Huntington North High School. Warren Elementary School used to be in the old high school building. Its basketball team was even called "Lightning 5." However, that school eventually closed.
The old school building is now known as the "Knight Bergman Center." It serves as a community center for the town.
Warren also has a public library called the Warren Public Library. It's a great place to borrow books and learn new things.
Famous People from Warren
- Phyllis Pond: She was an American educator and politician who was born in Warren.
- John C. Rule: He was an American educator and historian who was also born in Warren.
Getting Around Warren: Highways
Here are some important highways that help people travel in and out of Warren:
State Road 5
State Road 218
Fun Places to Visit in Warren
Warren has several interesting places you might want to see:
- Heritage Pointe
- Pulse Opera House
- Knight Civic Center
- USS Salamonie Museum
- Salamonie Valley Museum
Images for kids
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Aerial view of Warren facing northeast
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Location of Warren in Huntington County, Indiana.
See also
In Spanish: Warren (Indiana) para niños
