Florence, Indiana
Census-designated place in Indiana, United States
38°47′02″N 84°55′25″W / 38.78389°N 84.92361°W / 38.78389; -84.92361[1]
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(2020)
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Florence is an unincorporated census-designated place in York Township, Switzerland County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.[4]
History
The community was laid out in 1817 under the name New York.[5] A post office was established under this name in 1827, and was renamed to Florence in 1847. The post office is still currently operating.[6]
Geography
Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Florence has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[7]
Demographics
Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
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2020 | 60 | — | |
U.S. Decennial Census[8] |
References
- ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
- ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Florence, Indiana
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "Florence, Indiana". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
- ^ Wissing, Douglas (March 1, 2001). Indiana. Globe Pequot. p. 16. ISBN 9781560449065. Retrieved October 16, 2013.
- ^ "Switzerland County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved March 4, 2017.
- ^ Climate Summary for Florence, Indiana
- ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2016.
See also
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Municipalities and communities of Switzerland County, Indiana, United States
County seat: Vevay
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- East Enterprise
- Florence
- Lamb
communities
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- United States portal
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