Madison County, Indiana facts for kids
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Madison County
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Madison County Courthouse in Anderson
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Location within the U.S. state of Indiana
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Indiana |
| Founded | 4 January 1823 (authorized) |
| Named for | James Madison |
| Seat | Anderson |
| Largest city | Anderson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 452.90 sq mi (1,173.0 km2) |
| • Land | 451.92 sq mi (1,170.5 km2) |
| • Water | 0.99 sq mi (2.6 km2) 0.22%% |
| Population
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| • Total | 130,129 |
| • Density | 286.7/sq mi (110.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| Congressional district | 5th |
| Indiana county number 48 | |
Madison County is a county in the U.S. state of Indiana. The 2020 census states the population is standing at 130,129. The county seat since 1836 has been Anderson, one of three incorporated cities within the county.
Madison County is included in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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History
Madison County was formed in 1823. It was named for James Madison, co-author of The Federalist Papers and the fourth President of the United States (1809 to 1817).
Geography
According to the 2010 census, the county has a total area of 452.90 square miles (1,173.0 km2), of which 451.92 square miles (1,170.5 km2) (or 99.78%) is land and 0.99 square miles (2.6 km2) (or 0.22%) is water.
Adjacent counties
- Grant County (north)
- Delaware County (east)
- Henry County (southeast)
- Hancock County (south)
- Hamilton County (west)
- Tipton County (northwest)
Cities and towns
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Unincorporated towns
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Major highways
Interstate 69
U.S. Route 36
State Road 9
State Road 13
State Road 28
State Road 32
State Road 37
State Road 38
State Road 67
State Road 109
State Road 128
State Road 132
State Road 232
State Road 236
Railroads
- Central Indiana and Western Railroad
- CSX Transportation
- Indian Creek Railroad
- Norfolk Southern Railway
Climate and weather
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In recent years, average temperatures in Anderson have ranged from a low of 18 °F (−8 °C) in January to a high of 84 °F (29 °C) in July, although a record low of −24 °F (−31 °C) was recorded in January 1985 and a record high of 105 °F (41 °C) was recorded in July 1954. Average monthly precipitation ranged from 2.09 inches (53 mm) in January to 4.28 inches (109 mm) in July.
Demographics
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 2,238 | — | |
| 1840 | 8,874 | 296.5% | |
| 1850 | 12,375 | 39.5% | |
| 1860 | 16,518 | 33.5% | |
| 1870 | 22,770 | 37.8% | |
| 1880 | 27,527 | 20.9% | |
| 1890 | 36,487 | 32.5% | |
| 1900 | 70,470 | 93.1% | |
| 1910 | 65,224 | −7.4% | |
| 1920 | 69,151 | 6.0% | |
| 1930 | 82,888 | 19.9% | |
| 1940 | 88,575 | 6.9% | |
| 1950 | 103,911 | 17.3% | |
| 1960 | 125,819 | 21.1% | |
| 1970 | 138,451 | 10.0% | |
| 1980 | 139,336 | 0.6% | |
| 1990 | 130,669 | −6.2% | |
| 2000 | 133,358 | 2.1% | |
| 2010 | 131,636 | −1.3% | |
| 2015 (est.) | 129,723 | −1.5% | |
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As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 131,636 people, 51,927 households, and 34,319 families residing in the county. The population density was 291.3 inhabitants per square mile (112.5/km2). There were 59,068 housing units at an average density of 130.7 per square mile (50.5/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 87.7% white, 8.3% black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% American Indian, 1.5% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 3.2% of the population. In terms of ancestry, 21.5% were German, 12.5% were American, 11.5% were Irish, and 10.4% were English.
Of the 51,927 households, 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 33.9% were non-families, and 28.3% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.93. The median age was 39.2 years.
The median income for a household in the county was $47,697 and the median income for a family was $53,906. Males had a median income of $41,834 versus $31,743 for females. The per capita income for the county was $21,722. About 11.2% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.6% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Madison (Indiana) para niños
