West Unity, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
West Unity, Ohio
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Jackson Street downtown
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Location of West Unity, Ohio
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Location of West Unity in Williams County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Williams |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.54 sq mi (3.99 km2) |
| • Land | 1.54 sq mi (3.99 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
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| • Total | 1,763 |
| • Density | 1,145.55/sq mi (442.25/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43570
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| Area code(s) | 419 |
| FIPS code | 39-84308 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2400147 |
| Website | http://www.westunity.org/ |
West Unity is a small village located in Williams County, Ohio, United States. It is a friendly community where people live and work. In 2020, about 1,763 people called West Unity their home.
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History of West Unity
West Unity has a cool history that dates back many years. The village was first planned out in 1842. This is when its streets and lots were officially mapped.
Early Days of West Unity
Right from its start in 1842, West Unity had a post office. This helped people send and receive mail. The village officially became a town in 1866. This meant it could have its own local government.
Geography and Location
West Unity is located in the state of Ohio. It is part of Williams County. The village covers a total area of about 1.17 square miles (3.03 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the village limits.
Who Lives in West Unity?
Understanding the people who live in West Unity helps us learn about the village. The population changes over time, and we can see this by looking at past records.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in West Unity has changed quite a bit since 1870. Here is a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
- 1870: 537 people
- 1880: 881 people
- 1890: 872 people
- 1900: 897 people
- 1910: 980 people
- 1920: 906 people
- 1930: 825 people
- 1940: 920 people
- 1950: 827 people
- 1960: 1,192 people
- 1970: 1,589 people
- 1980: 1,639 people
- 1990: 1,677 people
- 2000: 1,790 people
- 2010: 1,671 people
- 2020: 1,763 people
West Unity in 2010
In 2010, the village had 1,671 people living there. These people lived in 699 different homes. About 447 of these homes were families. The village had about 1,428 people per square mile.
Diversity in West Unity
Most people in West Unity were White (95.9%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 3.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
Many homes in West Unity had children under 18 (34.3%). Almost half of the homes (48.1%) were married couples. Some homes had a single parent, either a mother (12.0%) or a father (3.9%). About 36.1% of homes were not families.
Age and Gender
The average age in West Unity in 2010 was 36.3 years old.
- 27% of residents were under 18.
- 8% were between 18 and 24.
- 26.1% were between 25 and 44.
- 26.1% were between 45 and 64.
- 13% were 65 or older.
The village had slightly more females (51.8%) than males (48.2%).
Education in West Unity
West Unity is proud of its schools and learning opportunities. The Millcreek-West Unity School district serves the area.
Schools in the District
Students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade attend schools here. The district includes Hilltop High School and Hilltop Elementary. Both schools are connected on the same campus.
Opportunities for Older Students
Hilltop High School works with Four County Career Center and Northwest State Community College. This means that when students reach their junior year, they can choose to attend one of these places. They can learn special skills or get a head start on college classes.
Public Library Services
West Unity also has a public library. It is a branch of the Williams County Public Library system. Libraries are great places to find books, learn new things, and use computers.
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Jackson Street downtown
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Location of West Unity, Ohio
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Location of West Unity in Williams County
See also
In Spanish: West Unity (Ohio) para niños
