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Logansport, IN

Logansport is a city in and the county seat of Cass County, Indiana, United States. The population was 18,366 at the 2020 census. Logansport is located in northern Indiana at the junction of the Wabash and Eel rivers, northwest of Kokomo.

According to the 2010 census, Logansport has a total area of 8.972 square miles (23.24 km²), of which 8.75 square miles (22.66 km²) (or 97.53%) is land and 0.222 square miles (0.57 km²) (or 2.47%) is water. The farmland to the south is generally flat, but some shallow hills to the north and east of Logansport form a ridge through northern Cass and Miami counties. Similar nearby ridges—such as surrounding the nearby towns of Fowler and Goodland—have been found suitable for multi-hundred-megawatt wind farms, such as the nearby Fowler Ridge I & II Wind Farms and Goodland I Wind Farm.

Logansport was settled c. 1826 and named after a Shawnee warrior named James Logan, better known as "Captain Logan," who served as a scout for U.S. forces in the surrounding area during the War of 1812.

As of the 2010 census, there were 18,396 people, 6,877 households, and 4,272 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,102.4 inhabitants per square mile (811.7/km²). There were 7,822 housing units at an average density of 893.9 per square mile (345.1/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 80.7% White, 2.3% African American, 0.8% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 12.3% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 21.6% of the population.

The median age in the city was 34.2 years. 27.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26% were from 25 to 44; 22.8% were from 45 to 64; and 13.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

Logansport places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering residents access to a range of facilities and programs. The Logansport Memorial Hospital serves as a vital healthcare resource, providing comprehensive medical services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Logansport Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Workout Anytime, Planet Fitness, and Cass County Family YMCA. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Logansport, such as France Park and Spring Dry Loop. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and the enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Logansport, IN include Cass County Historical Society, Riverside Park, and Dentzel Carousel.

Population: 18,168 (2024). ZIP code: 46947. Area code: 574. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Area: 10.72 sq mi (27.77 km²).

FAQs

What is Logansport, IN famous for?

Logansport is home to a refurbished Dentzel Carousel. Of many carousels built by the Dentzel Carousel Company, the refurbished Dentzel Carousel is "one of the three earliest Dentzel menagerie carousels that are virtually intact". The carousel resides in Riverside Park on the banks of the Eel River.

What is the crime rate in Logansport, IN?

The crime rate in Logansport is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 19 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Logansport is 1 in 52. Based on FBI crime data, Logansport is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Indiana, Logansport has a crime rate that is higher than 84% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Logansport, IN a good place to live?

Living in Logansport offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Logansport and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Logansport are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Logansport

Logansport Memorial Hospital 

Logansport Parks and Recreation Department 

Workout Anytime

Planet Fitness 

Cass County Family YMCA

France Park 

Spring Dry Loop

Cass County Historical Society

Riverside Park

Dentzel Carousel

Neighborhoodscout

Niche

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