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Yorktown, IN

Yorktown is a town in Mount Pleasant Township, Delaware County, Indiana, United States. The population was 11,548 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Muncie, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area. According to the 2010 census, Yorktown has a total area of 8.863 square miles (22.96 km²), of which 8.78 square miles (22.74 km²) (or 99.06%) is land and 0.083 square miles (0.21 km²) (or 0.94%) is water.

During the Woodland period, Native Americans built an earthen enclosure just to the east of Yorktown, still visible on Google Earth at 40.1805°N 85.4694°W. Yorktown lies at the junction of the White River and Buck Creek. According to local legend, the Miami Indians believed that the peculiar configuration of the junction made Yorktown immune from tornadoes.

Yorktown was platted in 1837 by Oliver H. Smith who represented Indiana in the U.S. Senate from 1837 to 1843 and was a member of the Committee on Public Lands. Smith eventually became involved in the railroad business, and Yorktown was joined to Indianapolis by the railroad in the early 1850s. Yorktown's main street bears Smith's name.

Yorktown benefited from the 1880s natural gas boom in the area and was the site of several glass factories in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. (The gas gave names to nearby the towns of Gaston and Gas City and drew the Ball Brothers to Muncie.)

As of the census of 2020, there were 11,548 people, 4,568 households, and 2,832 families living in the town. The population density was 353.1 inhabitants per square mile (136.3/km²). There were 4,817 housing units at an average density of 147.31 per square mile (56.9/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 90.2% White, 1.9% African American, 2.4% Asian, 0.1% Native American or Alaskan Native, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 4.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

Yorktown focuses on health and wellness. The IU Health Primary Care and Yorktown Primary & Specialty Care stand as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Yorktown 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. A popular option is the Yorktown YMCA. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Yorktown, such as Morrow's Meadow and Yorktown Sports Complex. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Yorktown, IN are The Players Club at Woodland Trails, Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, and Mounds State Park.

Population: 11,900 (2024). ZIP code: 47396. Area code: 765. Elevation: 909 ft (277 m). Area: 32.17 sq mi (83.32 km²).

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When was Yorktown, IN founded?

The Town of Yorktown is a progressive and growing community in western Delaware County. The Town's formal history starts in 1913 when Yorktown was first recognized in the State of Indiana, but the community history is one of growth along the banks of Buck Creek and the White River. The first home subdivision in Yorktown was aptly named West Muncie, and today we continue to carve out a positive identity in East Central Indiana.

Is Yorktown, IN a good place to live?

Yorktown is in Delaware County and is one of the best places to live in Indiana. Living in Yorktown offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Yorktown and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Yorktown are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Yorktown, IN?

With a crime rate for both violent and property crime combined of 6 per 1,000 residents, the crime rate in Yorktown is one of the lower rates in America among communities of all sizes (lower than 69% of America's communities). One's chance of becoming a victim of crime in Yorktown is one in 172. Compared to communities within Indiana, Yorktown‘s crime rate is lower than nearly 56% of the state's cities and towns.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Yorktown 

IU Health Primary Care 

Yorktown Primary & Specialty Care

Yorktown Parks and Recreation Department 

Yorktown YMCA

Morrow's Meadow 

Yorktown Sports Complex

The Players Club at Woodland Trails

Minnetrista Museum & Gardens

Mounds State Park

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