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Helmsburg, IN

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Population
387
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
664 ft
Median Home Value
$89,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IndianaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IndianaNearest larger communityFrancisville, Kentucky85 miles away · 10,565 residents.

About Helmsburg

Helmsburg is an unincorporated community in southern Jackson Township, Brown County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. Helmsburg lies along State Road 45 north of Nashville, the county seat of Brown County. Its elevation is 666 feet. Taken together, these details give a newcomer a usable picture of Helmsburg, where its history, geography, and current gathering places meet. For Helmsburg, the memorable detail is the way older history and current gathering places share one local map. The first post office at Helmsburg was established as Helms, in 1904. The community was named in honor of John Helms, a local resident.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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