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Kokomo, Indiana

Located in Howard County, Indiana, Kokomo was established in 1844. 'City of Firsts' — first car tested, first canned tomatoes, first pneumatic rubber tire. The Beach Boys' 'Kokomo' is NOT about this city (it's fictional).
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Founded 1844 | Population 59,000 | Peak 59,000 (2024) | County Howard County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Kokomo, Indiana

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1844 Founded: Named for Miami chief.
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1857 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Kokomo.
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1894 Auto Industry: Elwood Haynes tests first car.
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2010 Modern Era: Kokomo continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Kokomo

Mar 19, 2026
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May 9, 2016
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May 5, 2016
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Complete Historical Timeline

1844 Culture
Founded
1857 Transport
Railroad Era
1894 Industry
Auto Industry
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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'City of Firsts' — first car tested, first canned tomatoes, first pneumatic rubber tire.
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The Beach Boys' 'Kokomo' is NOT about this city (it's fictional).
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Named for Miami chief Kokomoko.
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Kokomo is located in Howard County, Indiana.
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Kokomo was founded in 1844.

Famous People from Kokomo, Indiana

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Ryan White
Writer, Student · Born Dec 6, 1971 · Died Apr 8, 1990 (age 18)
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Strother Martin
Character Actor, Television Actor · Born Mar 26, 1919 · Died Aug 1, 1980 (age 61)
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Norman Bridwell
Writer, Illustrator · Born Feb 15, 1928 · Died Dec 12, 2014 (age 86)
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LeRoy Samse
Athletics Competitor · Born Sep 13, 1883 · Died May 1, 1956 (age 72)
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Ahmed Johnson
Professional Wrestler, American Football Player · Born Jun 6, 1963 · Age 62

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