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Florence, Indiana

Florence is an unincorporated census-designated place in York Township, Switzerland County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.

History

The community was laid out in 1817 under the name New York. A post office was established under this name in 1827, and was renamed to Florence in 1847. The post office is still currently operating.

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.

Demographics

Historical population
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202060
U.S. Decennial Census

References

  1. ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved March 16, 2022.
  2. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Florence, Indiana
  3. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  4. ^ "Florence, Indiana". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved July 10, 2017.
  5. ^ Wissing, Douglas (March 1, 2001). Indiana. Globe Pequot. p. 16. ISBN 9781560449065. Retrieved October 16, 2013.
  6. ^ "Switzerland County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved March 4, 2017.
  7. ^ Climate Summary for Florence, Indiana
  8. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2016.

See also