Americus, Indiana


Americus is a small census-designated place in Washington Township, Tippecanoe County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
The community is part of the Lafayette, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

A post office was established at Americus in 1833, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1902.

Geography

Americus is located at 40°31'34" North, 86°45'29" West at an elevation of 558 feet, on the southern bank of the Wabash River in Washington Township.

Demographics