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Zumbro Falls, Minnesota

Zumbro Falls is a city along the Zumbro River in Wabasha County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 155 at the 2020 census. U.S. Highway 63 and Minnesota 60 intersect in Zumbro Falls.

History
The original settlement on the south side of the Zumbro River dates back to 1857. A grist-mill dam built in 1866 created the falls for which the town is named. Numerous floods have swept away all but a few traces of the dam. Frequent flooding and a tornado prompted relocation to the north of the river. A railroad arrived in the relocated settlement in 1881. The city was incorporated in 1898.

In September 2010, the city was flooded again, and evacuated. Many buildings were destroyed or damaged.

The city contains two properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the 1937 Zumbro Parkway Bridge and the 1938 Bridge 5827.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.61 sqmi; 0.58 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water.

U.S. Highway 63 and Minnesota Highway 60 are two of the main routes in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 207 people, 84 households, and 54 families living in the city. The population density was 356.9 PD/sqmi. There were 90 housing units at an average density of 155.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.7% White, 1.0% African American, and 5.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 84 households, of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.7% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.98.

The median age in the city was 35.2 years. 27.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 31% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 7.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.6% male and 46.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 177 people, 77 households, and 46 families living in the city. The population density was 383.6 PD/sqmi. There were 81 housing units at an average density of 175.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.44% White and 0.56% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.56% of the population.

There were 77 households, out of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 33.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 35.0% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,188, and the median income for a family was $53,750. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,176. About 9.6% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.1% of those 65 or over.

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Aldrich, Minnesota

Aldrich is a city in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States, along the Partridge River. The population was 48 at the 2010 census. The small community holds the distinction as the first permanent settlement in Wadena County and the first to establish a post office. It is also home to the first Catholic church in the area, established in 1870, as a mission church.

History
A post office called Aldrich has been in operation since 1877. The city was named for Cyrus Aldrich (1808–1871), a state legislator.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.47 sqmi, all of it land.

U.S. Route 10 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 48 people in 24 households, including 11 families, in the city. The population density was 102.1 PD/sqmi. There were 31 housing units at an average density of 66.0 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 100.0% White.

Of the 24 households 16.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.7% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 54.2% were non-families. 45.8% of households were one person and 25% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age was 50.5 years. 12.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.7% were from 25 to 44; 37.5% were from 45 to 64; and 25% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 53 people in 26 households, including 13 families, in the city. The population density was 111.6 PD/sqmi. There were 31 housing units at an average density of 65.3 /sqmi. The racial makup of the city was 98.11% White, and 1.89% from two or more races. 52.9% were of German, 15.7% Norwegian, 7.8% Swedish and 5.9% Irish ancestry according to Census 2000.

Of the 26 households 19.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.5% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.2% were non-families. 34.6% of households were one person and 19.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.04 and the average family size was 2.64.

The age distribution was 17.0% under the age of 18, 13.2% from 18 to 24, 20.8% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 28.3% 65 or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.0 males.

The median household income was $30,417 and the median family income was $31,500. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $19,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,598. There were no families and 13.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Transportation
Amtrak’s Empire Builder, which operates between Seattle/Portland and Chicago, passes through the town on BNSF tracks, but makes no stop. The nearest station is located in Staples, 7 mi to the east.

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Aldrich Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Aldrich Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 418 at the 2000 census.

History
Aldrich Township was named after Aldrich, Minnesota.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.5 sqmi, all of it land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 418 people, 151 households, and 117 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.1 people per square mile (4.7/km$2$). There were 164 housing units at an average density of 4.8/sq mi (1.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.37% White, 0.24% Native American, 1.20% from other races, and 1.20% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.15% of the population.

There were 151 households, out of which 39.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.9% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.5% were non-families. 20.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.77 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.7% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,000, and the median income for a family was $34,531. Males had a median income of $26,563 versus $19,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,335. About 8.6% of families and 7.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.5% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Blueberry Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Blueberry Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 732 at the time of the 2000 census.

Blueberry Township was named after the Blueberry River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.0 sqmi; 30.1 sqmi of it is land and 1.8 sqmi of it (5.73%) is water. The Blueberry, Kettle, and Shell Rivers flow through the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 732 people, 285 households, and 204 families residing in the township. The population density was 24.3 PD/sqmi. There were 435 housing units at an average density of 14.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.50% White, 0.96% African American, 0.14% Native American, 0.14% Asian, and 0.27% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.41% of the population.

There were 285 households, out of which 29.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.5% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.9% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,833, and the median income for a family was $42,647. Males had a median income of $32,054 versus $20,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,780. About 5.9% of families and 7.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under age 18 and 5.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Bullard Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Bullard Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 207 at the 2000 census.

Bullard Township was named after Clarence Eugene Bullard, a county official.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 31.0 sqmi; 30.3 sqmi of it is land and 0.7 sqmi of it (2.32%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 207 people, 79 households, and 50 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.8 PD/sqmi. There were 151 housing units at an average density of 5.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.14% White, 2.42% Native American, 0.97% from other races, and 0.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.45% of the population.

There were 79 households, out of which 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.6% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.7% were non-families. 32.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.36.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.8% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $17,083 for females. The per capita income for the township was $9,559. About 15.0% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 18.2% of those 65 or over.


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Huntersville Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Huntersville Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 128 at the 2000 census. The unincorporated place also called Huntersville is located in this township, at the junction of County Roads 18 and 25. Most of Huntersville State Forest is located within this township as well.

Huntersville Township was named on account of the area being a favorite hunting ground.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi; 34.8 sqmi of it is land and 1.0 sqmi of it (2.82%) is water. The Crow Wing River flows through Huntersville Township, and every other stream within the township is a tributary of the Crow Wing. The township also contains several small lakes and ponds.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 128 people, 51 households, and 39 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.7 PD/sqmi. There were 84 housing units at an average density of 2.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.22% White and 0.78% Native American.

There were 51 households, out of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.6% were non-families. 21.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,500, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $18,750 versus $24,063 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,320. There were 15.2% of families and 25.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 30.8% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Leaf River Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Leaf River Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 515 at the 2000 census.

Leaf River Township was named after the Leaf River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.2 sqmi, all of it land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 515 people, 174 households, and 135 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.6 PD/sqmi. There were 196 housing units at an average density of 5.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 94.37% White, 2.14% African American, 1.75% Native American, 0.58% Asian, 0.19% Pacific Islander, and 0.97% from two or more races.

There were 174 households, out of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.9% were married couples living together, 0.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.4% were non-families. 21.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 33.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 138.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 130.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,292, and the median income for a family was $46,750. Males had a median income of $32,411 versus $20,795 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,681. About 6.5% of families and 19.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 28.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Lyons Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Lyons Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 180 at the 2000 census.

History
Lyons Township was named for Harrison Lyons, a county official.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 square miles (92.3 km2); 34.9 square miles (90.4 km2) of it is land and 0.7 square miles (1.9 km2) of it (2.08%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 180 people, 78 households, and 52 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.2 PD/sqmi. There were 121 housing units at an average density of 3.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 92.78% White, 0.56% African American, 3.33% Native American, and 3.33% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.11% of the population.

There were 78 households, out of which 20.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.8% were married couples living together, and 32.1% were non-families. 25.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the township the population was spread out, with 17.8% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 36.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 127.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $32,250. Males had a median income of $36,875 versus $14,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,031. About 25.6% of families and 24.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 57.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 16.7% of those 65 or over.


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Meadow Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Meadow Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 228 at the 2000 census.

Meadow Township was named for the prairie within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 square miles (94.5 km2); 35.9 square miles (93.0 km2) of it is land and 0.6 square miles (1.5 km2) of it (1.59%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 228 people, 83 households, and 65 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.4 PD/sqmi. There were 116 housing units at an average density of 3.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.56% White, and 0.44% from two or more races.

There were 83 households, out of which 32.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.1% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.5% were non-families. 13.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 28.5% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $34,500, and the median income for a family was $39,583. Males had a median income of $21,771 versus $19,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,844. About 11.6% of families and 11.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 38.1% of those 65 or over.


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Menahga, Minnesota

Menahga is a city in Wadena County in the U.S. state of Minnesota. The population was 1,306 at the 2010 census.

History
Menahga was platted in 1891, and named for an Ojibwe language word meaning "there are [many] blueberries". A post office has been in operation at Menahga since 1891.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 3.89 sqmi; 3.70 sqmi is land and 0.19 sqmi is water.

The Blueberry River flows just north of the city.

U.S. Route 71 and Minnesota State Highway 87 are two of the city's main routes.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,306 people, 569 households, and 301 families living in the city. The population density was 353.0 PD/sqmi. There were 654 housing units at an average density of 176.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.8% White, 0.5% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 569 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.5% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.1% were non-families. 42.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age in the city was 44.8 years. 24.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.8% were from 25 to 44; 21.7% were from 45 to 64; and 28.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,220 people, 491 households, and 282 families living in the city. The population density was 328.3 PD/sqmi. There were 556 housing units at an average density of 149.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.36% White, 0.08% African American, 0.98% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.08% from other races, and 0.41% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.33% of the population. 42.4% were of Finnish, 23.2% German and 15.5% Norwegian ancestry.

There were 491 households, out of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.0% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.4% were non-families. 37.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 20.2% from 25 to 44, 17.4% from 45 to 64, and 33.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,232, and the median income for a family was $30,288. Males had a median income of $26,071 versus $18,594 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,360. About 14.7% of families and 18.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.6% of those under age 18 and 12.3% of those age 65 or over.

Notable residents
The writer-illustrator Wallace Wood, best known as one of the original five Mad cartoonists, was born in Menahga on June 17, 1927. Bhob Stewart documented Wood's Menahga childhood in the illustrated biography Against the Grain: Mad Artist Wallace Wood (TwoMorrows Publishing, 2003).

College basketball head coach Don Monson was born in Menahga in 1933; he moved to Idaho as a child.

Joseph Andrew Quinn, politician and lawyer was born in Menahga.

Tourist attractions
Menahga is known for the legend of the fictional St. Urho, the legendary patron saint of Finland, which led locals to celebrate St. Urho's Day on March 16, the day before St. Patrick's Day. A statue of St. Urho is along Highway 71 South.

Radio stations

 * FM radio

 * 89.3 KOPJ Life Talk Radio
 * 92.5 KXKK 92.5 Hot Country
 * 94.5 KDLB Adult Contemporary The Arrow 94.7
 * 97.5 KDKK 97.5 Music of Your Life
 * 101.9 KQKK KQ102

 * AM radio

 * 870 KPRM Classic Country News/Talk
 * 1070 KSKK Country, 10,000 Watts
 * 1570 KAKK Oldies 1570, 10,000 Watts

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Nimrod, Minnesota

Nimrod is a city in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 69 at the 2010 census, making it one of the smallest incorporated towns in Minnesota, though it is included on most major maps. Nimrod was incorporated as a city in 1946. The town is named after the Biblical Nimrod.

Minnesota State Highway 227 has its eastern terminus in Nimrod, having travelled 11 miles from Sebeka, the western terminus.

History
Nimrod began as a halfway point for wheat traders traveling on the Wheat Trail between Shell City and the nearest railroad at Verndale. Nimrod was incorporated as a village in 1924 and as a city in 1946.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.97 sqmi; 0.92 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi is water.

Nimrod's city park is named Stigman's Mound, for Dick Stigman, relief pitcher on the 1965 American League Championship-winning Minnesota Twins, who was born in Nimrod. Stigman's Mound is located astride the Crow Wing River, a tributary of the Mississippi River, and is a key rest stop for the many canoe enthusiasts who ply the scenic river.

Celebration
Every year, during Labor Day weekend, the Nimrod Booster Club puts on "The Nimrod Jubilee Days" celebration. Many big name bands, softball tournament, bull bash and mud races are highlight events of this celebration. The event has been held each year since its 1979 centennial celebration. HAIRBALL will be the headline band in 2018, SEPT 1st

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 69 people, 34 households, and 19 families residing in the city. The population density was 75.0 PD/sqmi. There were 49 housing units at an average density of 53.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 34 households, of which 14.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.1% were non-families. 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.03 and the average family size was 2.63.

The median age in the city was 51.8 years. 15.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.2% were from 25 to 44; 33.2% were from 45 to 64; and 24.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 39.1% male and 60.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 75 people, 35 households, and 17 families residing in the city. The population density was 80.7 PD/sqmi. There were 47 housing units at an average density of 50.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. 25.0% were of American, 25.0% German, 14.3% Norwegian, 11.9% Irish and 9.5% Finnish ancestry.

There were 35 households, out of which 17.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.7% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 48.6% were non-families. 34.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 17.3% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 30.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,313, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,413. There were no families and 6.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 11.8% of those over 64.

Notable people

 * Dick Stigman, baseball player.

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North Germany Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

North Germany Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 327 at the 2000 census.

North Germany Township was named after Germany, the native land of a large share of its early settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 square miles (92.7 km$2$); 35.8 square miles (92.7 km$2$) of it is land and 0.03% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 327 people, 121 households, and 95 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.1 people per square mile (3.5/km$2$). There were 150 housing units at an average density of 4.2/sq mi (1.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.17% White, 0.31% Asian, 0.61% Pacific Islander, and 0.92% from two or more races.

There were 121 households, out of which 34.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.1% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.7% were non-families. 19.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $29,167, and the median income for a family was $30,000. Males had a median income of $27,813 versus $22,679 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,998. About 12.0% of families and 17.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.4% of those under age 18 and 17.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Orton Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Orton Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 220 at the 2000 census.

History
According to Warren Upham, Orton Township was probably named after an early settler. Jerome Clifford Graba (1928-2004), farmer, logger, and Minnesota state legislator, was born on the family farm in Orton Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.8 square miles (90.1 km$2$); 34.4 square miles (89.1 km$2$) of it is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km$2$) of it (1.09%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 220 people, 85 households, and 62 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.4 people per square mile (2.5/km$2$). There were 112 housing units at an average density of 3.3/sq mi (1.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 95.00% White, 0.45% Asian, 4.09% from other races, and 0.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.55% of the population.

There were 85 households, out of which 22.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.7% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.9% were non-families. 22.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 29.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $26,875, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $24,250 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,625. About 14.3% of families and 16.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 14.6% of those 65 or over.


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Red Eye Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Red Eye Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 421 at the 2000 census.

Red Eye Township was named after the Redeye River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.1 square miles (91.0 km$2$); 35.1 square miles (90.8 km$2$) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km$2$) of it (0.17%) is water. The Redeye River flows through the southwestern part of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 421 people, 146 households, and 122 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.0 people per square mile (4.6/km$2$). There were 172 housing units at an average density of 4.9/sq mi (1.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.29% White and 0.71% Asian.

There were 146 households, out of which 39.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.9% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.8% were non-families. 13.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.4% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 122.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $40,481. Males had a median income of $27,171 versus $23,333 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,184. About 4.9% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.1% of those under age 18 and 13.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Rockwood Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Rockwood Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States, not to be confused with Rockwood Township, Hubbard County, Minnesota. The population was 390 at the 2010 census.

According to Warren Upham, Rockwood Township was probably named after its forests and rocks deposited by glaciers in the Ice Age.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.6 square miles (89.5 km$2$), all of it land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 390 people, 149 households, and 114 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.3 people per square mile (4.4/km$2$). There were 166 total housing units at an average density of 4.8/sq mi (1.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.4% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Asian, 1.1% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 149 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.4% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.5% were non-families. 18.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the township the population was spread out, with 19.0% under the age of 15, 11.8% from 15 to 24, 19.2% from 25 to 44, 32.6% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,250, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $38,438 versus $25,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,267. About 7.4% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.3% of those under age 18 and 19.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Sebeka, Minnesota

Sebeka is a city in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. Its population was 711 at the 2010 census. The name comes from an Ojibwe word meaning "town by the water".

U.S. Highway 71, State Highway 227, and the historic Jefferson Highway (now Jefferson Avenue), are three of the main routes in the city.

History
Sebeka originally grew around the depot of the K-line branch of the Great Northern Railway, which first came through the area in 1892. The first major industry in the area was logging. The town's first store was the Anderson Pioneer Store. The town was incorporated on March 19, 1898. Its population has gone from 233 in 1900 to a peak of 818 in 1960.

Point of interest
In the Sebeka High School building is a mural, painted in 1938, by artist Richard Haines that demonstrates the casein paint process as used in fresco-painting. Murals were produced from 1934 to 1943 in the United States through the Section of Painting and Sculpture, later called the Section of Fine Arts, of the Treasury Department.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.47 sqmi, all of it land.

The Redeye River flows through the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 711 people, 321 households, and 182 families residing in the city. The population density was 287.9 PD/sqmi. There were 364 housing units at an average density of 147.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.9% White, 0.4% African American, 0.1% Native American, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 321 households, of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.5% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.3% were non-families. 38.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 38.3 years. 26.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 23.1% were from 45 to 64; and 20.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.8% male and 52.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 710 people, 332 households, and 188 families residing in the city. The population density was 289.1 PD/sqmi. There were 378 housing units at an average density of 153.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.01% White, 0.14% African American, 0.28% Native American, and 0.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.54% of the population. 30.1% were of Finnish, 28.2% German, 9.2% Norwegian and 7.6% American ancestry.

There were 332 households, out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.5% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.1% were non-families. 40.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,693, and the median income for a family was $36,429. Males had a median income of $27,115 versus $19,531 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,933. About 11.7% of families and 17.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.6% of those under age 18 and 20.2% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Kenneth Arnold, a pilot who reported a widely covered UFO sighting, was born in Sebeka.
 * Carrie Lee, named Miss Minnesota USA in 2005, is a native of Sebeka.
 * Dick Stigman, a Major League Baseball player, attended and graduated from Sebeka High School.
 * Patrick Volkerding, founder and maintainer of Slackware, is a resident of Sebeka since 2005.

Radio stations

 * FM radio

 * 92.5 KXKK 92.5 Hot Country
 * 94.5 KDLB Adult Contemporary The Arrow 94.7
 * 97.5 KDKK 97.5 Music of Your Life
 * 101.9 KQKK Adult Contemporary, KQ102
 * 105.9 KKWS Country SuperStation K106
 * AM radio

 * 870 KPRM Classic Country News/Talk
 * 1070 KSKK Country, 10,000 Watts
 * 1570 KAKK Oldies 1570, 10,000 Watts

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Shell River Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Shell River Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 276 at the 2000 census. The township was named for the Shell River, which flows through it; the river was named for abundant clam and mussel shells found along its banks.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.6 km$2$); 34.8 square miles (90.1 km$2$) of it is land and 1.3 square miles (3.5 km$2$) of it (3.71%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 276 people, 102 households, and 73 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.9 people per square mile (3.1/km$2$). There were 185 housing units at an average density of 5.3/sq mi (2.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 95.65% White, 0.72% African American, 1.09% Native American, and 2.54% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.72% of the population.

There were 102 households, out of which 41.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were married couples living together, 5.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.4% were non-families. 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.3% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $27,250 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,529. About 5.0% of families and 8.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 15.4% of those 65 or over.


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Thomastown Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Thomastown Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 714 at the 2000 census.

Thomastown Township was named for Thomas Scott, an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 42.0 square miles (108.7 km$2$); 41.0 square miles (106.1 km$2$) of it is land and 1.0 square miles (2.6 km$2$) of it (2.41%) is water.

The Crow Wing River is joined by its tributaries the Leaf and Partridge Rivers in the township. One property within the township, the Old Wadena Historic District, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 714 people, 251 households, and 211 families residing in the township. The population density was 17.4 people per square mile (6.7/km$2$). There were 311 housing units at an average density of 7.6/sq mi (2.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.60% White, 0.14% Native American, 0.28% Asian, 0.28% from other races, and 0.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.98% of the population.

There were 251 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.5% were married couples living together, 0.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.9% were non-families. 13.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.2% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 11.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $48,000, and the median income for a family was $50,417. Males had a median income of $31,944 versus $20,804 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,017. About 7.1% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.3% of those under age 18 and 6.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Verndale, Minnesota

Verndale is a city in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 602 at the 2010 census.

History
A post office called Verndale has been in operation since 1878. The city was named for Vernie Smith, the granddaughter of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.98 sqmi, all of it land.

U.S. Route 10 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 602 people, 239 households, and 156 families residing in the city. The population density was 614.3 PD/sqmi. There were 253 housing units at an average density of 258.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.4% White, 1.0% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.5% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.

There were 239 households, of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.4% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.7% were non-families. Nearly 30.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52, and the average family size was 3.13.

The median age in the city was 35 years. Nearly 28.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.6% were from 25 to 44; 20.5% were from 45 to 64; and 15.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.7% male and 47.3% female, and 1% gender neutral, but also consider themselves females.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 575 people, 234 households, and 157 families residing in the city. The population density was 587.7 PD/sqmi. There were 260 housing units, at an average density of 265.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.70% White, 0.35% African American, 1.22% Native American, 0.52% Asian, 0.70% from other races, and 0.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.57% of the population. 32.4% were of German, 17.2% Norwegian, 10.4% American, 7.3% Swedish and 6.0% Irish ancestry.

There were 234 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.5% were non-families. Of those, 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46, and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.9% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 15.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,000, and the median income for a family was $30,938. Males had a median income of $24,306 versus $21,058 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,448. About 10.4% of families and 11.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.9% of those under age 18 and 8.8% of those age 65 or over.

Transportation
Amtrak’s Empire Builder, which operates between Seattle/Portland and Chicago, passes through the town on BNSF tracks, but makes no stop. The nearest station is located in Staples, 11 mi to the east.

Radio stations

 * FM radio

 * 92.5 KXKK
 * 94.5 KDLB
 * 97.5 KDKK
 * 101.9 KQKK

 * AM radio

 * 870 KPRM
 * 1070 KSKK
 * 1570 KAKK

Notable people

 * Lesley J. McNair: American general

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Wadena Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Wadena Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,010 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 31.5 square miles (81.5 km$2$); 31.4 square miles (81.4 km$2$) of it is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km$2$) of it (0.10%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,010 people, 346 households, and 286 families residing in the township. The population density was 32.2 PD/sqmi. There were 365 housing units at an average density of 11.6/sq mi (4.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.71% White, 0.30% African American, 0.59% Native American, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.89% of the population.

There were 346 households, out of which 40.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.8% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.3% were non-families. 13.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.9% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $44,833. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,109. About 7.2% of families and 9.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.4% of those under age 18 and 1.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Wing River Township, Wadena County, Minnesota

Wing River Township is a township in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 430 at the 2000 census. It is named for the Wing River, which joins the Leaf River in the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.3 km$2$); 36.0 square miles (93.3 km$2$) of it is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km$2$) of it (0.06%) is water. One property within the township, the 1792 site of Réaume's Trading Post, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 430 people, 166 households, and 122 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.9 people per square mile (4.6/km$2$). There were 196 housing units at an average density of 5.4/sq mi (2.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.84% White, 0.23% African American, 0.23% Native American, 0.70% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.70% of the population.

There were 166 households, out of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.9% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.5% were non-families. 22.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 21.4% from 25 to 44, 29.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,469, and the median income for a family was $39,063. Males had a median income of $29,375 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,634. About 3.7% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.9% of those under age 18 and 5.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Alton Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Alton Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 645 at the 2000 census.

Alton Township was organized in 1866, and named after Alton, Illinois.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 34.8 sqmi is land and 1.4 sqmi  (3.78%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 645 people, 173 households, and 130 families residing in the township. The population density was 18.5 PD/sqmi. There were 178 housing units at an average density of 5.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 89.77% White, 7.75% African American, 1.55% Native American, 0.47% Asian, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.71% of the population.

There were 173 households, out of which 37.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.4% were married couples living together, 1.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.3% were non-families. 21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.72 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.0% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 37.8% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 180.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 233.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,500, and the median income for a family was $50,625. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $22,361 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,413. About 4.8% of families and 5.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.0% of those under age 18 and 5.6% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Rod Searle (1920-2014), former Speaker of the Minnesota House, resident of Alton Township from 1947 until his death.


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Blooming Grove Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Blooming Grove Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 523 at the 2000 census.

Blooming Grove Township was organized in 1858, and named for groves of blooming wild plum trees within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 35.6 sqmi is land and 0.4 sqmi  (1.22%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 523 people, 181 households, and 154 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.7 PD/sqmi. There were 187 housing units at an average density of 5.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.94% White, 0.96% African American, 0.19% Native American, 0.38% Asian, and 1.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.19% of the population.

There were 181 households, out of which 39.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.7% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.9% were non-families. 9.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 28.5% from 25 to 44, 26.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,750, and the median income for a family was $48,625. Males had a median income of $30,903 versus $22,813 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,916. About 5.2% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.6% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Byron Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Byron Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 248 at the 2000 census.

Byron Township was organized in 1858. At the meeting of the board of supervisors, Nov. 1st, 1858, township number 105, range 23, was at this meeting organizes and named Byron, one of the first settlers of Vivian, the town was named in honor of Byron Philbrook,then living in California. Who was the brother of resident Roscoe Philbrook.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 36.0 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi  (0.44%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 248 people, 99 households, and 75 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.9 PD/sqmi. There were 105 housing units at an average density of 2.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.19% White, and 0.81% from two or more races.

There were 99 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.7% were married couples living together, 2.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.2% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 21.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,188, and the median income for a family was $44,286. Males had a median income of $32,292 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,577. About 6.3% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 10.4% of those 65 or over.


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Freedom Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Freedom Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 397 at the 2000 census.

Freedom Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 36.0 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi  (0.64%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 397 people, 147 households, and 120 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.0 PD/sqmi. There were 153 housing units at an average density of 4.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.24% White, and 0.76% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.01% of the population.

There were 147 households, out of which 34.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.2% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.7% were non-families. 16.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,375, and the median income for a family was $43,929. Males had a median income of $30,179 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,678. About 1.9% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.9% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Iosco Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Iosco Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 598 at the 2000 census.

Iosco Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 35.0 sqmi is land and 0.7 sqmi  (1.96%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 598 people, 221 households, and 169 families residing in the township. The population density was 17.1 PD/sqmi. There were 249 housing units at an average density of 7.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.33% White, 0.33% Asian, 0.17% Pacific Islander, 0.33% from other races, and 0.84% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.84% of the population.

There were 221 households, out of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.7% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.1% were non-families. 18.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.3% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 29.4% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 124.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 119.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $60,750, and the median income for a family was $64,028. Males had a median income of $37,000 versus $23,958 for females. The per capita income for the township was $26,709. About 4.5% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.7% of those under age 18 and 4.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Janesville, Minnesota

Janesville is a city in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,256 at the 2010 census.

U.S. Highway 14 serves as a main route in the community, running east–west, south of Janesville. County Road 3 runs north–south through the town. There is one disabled stoplight, now a four way stop, in Janesville at the intersection of County Road 3 (Main Street) and old Highway 14.

History
The city of Janesville was established in 1856. A post office called Janesville has been in operation since 1858. The city was named for Mrs. Jane Sprague, an early settler. Janesville was incorporated in 1870. Janesville contains two properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Hofmann Apiaries established in 1907 and the 1912 Janesville Free Public Library.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.75 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,256 people, 889 households, and 619 families living in the city. The population density was 1289.1 PD/sqmi. There were 958 housing units at an average density of 547.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 889 households, of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.1% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.4% were non-families. 25.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 35.4 years. 27.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.5% were from 25 to 44; 22.3% were from 45 to 64; and 14.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,109 people, 816 households, and 580 families living in the city. The population density was 1,653.3 PD/sqmi. There were 848 housing units at an average density of 664.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.72% White, 0.09% African American, 0.38% Native American, 0.19% Asian, 0.62% from other races, and 1.00% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.61% of the population.

There were 816 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.3% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.9% were non-families. 25.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 19.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,667, and the median income for a family was $51,111. Males had a median income of $31,675 versus $21,492 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,443. About 1.4% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.4% of those under age 18 and 7.9% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Aaron Sheehan, operatic tenor and professor of music

title: Janesville, Minnesota


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Janesville Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Janesville Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 520 at the 2000 census.

History
Janesville Township was organized in 1858, and named after its main settlement, Janesville. The township contains one property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Seha Sorghum Mill, established circa 1904.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.7 sqmi, of which 30.9 sqmi is land and 3.8 sqmi  (10.86%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 520 people, 190 households, and 149 families residing in the township. The population density was 16.8 PD/sqmi. There were 200 housing units at an average density of 6.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.42% White, 0.19% Native American and 0.38% Asian.

There were 190 households, out of which 34.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.9% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.1% were non-families. 18.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 11.3% from 18 to 24, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 10.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,667, and the median income for a family was $46,923. Males had a median income of $31,111 versus $25,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,714. About 5.5% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.1% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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New Richland, Minnesota

New Richland is a city in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The city was founded in 1877. The population was 1,203 at the 2010 census.

History
New Richland was platted in 1877, taking its name from New Richland Township, which was named after Richland County, Wisconsin. The city contains one property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1902 New Richland Odd Fellows Hall.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 0.61 sqmi, all land. Minnesota Highways 13 and 30 are two of the main routes in the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,203 people, 487 households, and 297 families living in the city. The population density was 1972.1 PD/sqmi. There were 531 housing units at an average density of 870.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.1% White, 1.0% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.1% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.4% of the population.

There were 487 households, of which 29.0% had children under 18 living with them, 46.8% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.0% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.9% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age in the city was 40.9 years. 24.3% of residents were under 18; 7% were between 18 and 24; 22.8% were from 25 to 44; 24.2% were from 45 to 64; and 21.8% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.0% male and 51.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,197 people, 483 households, and 308 families living in the city. The population density was 2,002.8 PD/sqmi. There were 503 housing units at an average density of 841.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.08% White, 0.08% Asian, 0.33% from other races, and 0.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.17% of the population.

There were 483 households, of which 28.8% had children under 18 living with them, 50.9% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 33.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.5% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.6% under 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 25.7% who were 65 or older. The median age was 42. For every 100 females, there were 86.2 males. For every 100 females 18 and over, there were 79.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,406, and the median income for a family was $46,339. Males had a median income of $31,081 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income was $18,106. About 2.3% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.2% of those under 18 and 6.4% of those 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Gerald Gustafson, Air Force Cross awardee

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New Richland Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

New Richland Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 497 at the 2000 census.

New Richland Township was organized in 1858, and named after Richland County, Wisconsin, the former home of a large share of the early settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 square miles (91.9 km$2$), of which 35.3 square miles (91.5 km$2$) is land and 0.2 square mile (0.4 km$2$)  (0.42%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 497 people, 170 households, and 145 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.1 people per square mile (5.4/km$2$). There were 203 housing units at an average density of 5.7/sq mi (2.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.20% White, 0.20% African American, 0.40% Asian, and 0.20% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.80% of the population.

There were 170 households, out of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.2% were married couples living together, 2.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.7% were non-families. 13.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.6% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,500, and the median income for a family was $52,656. Males had a median income of $32,404 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,156. About 1.3% of families and 3.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.1% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Otisco Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Otisco Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 629 at the 2000 census.

History
Otisco Township was organized in 1858. The township contains one property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1908 Vista Lutheran Church.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.3 km$2$), of which 0.03% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 629 people, 222 households, and 170 families residing in the township. The population density was 18.5 people per square mile (6.8/km$2$). There were 230 housing units at an average density of 6.9/sq mi (2.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.25% White, 0.16% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.95% from other races, and 0.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.43% of the population.

There were 224 households, out of which 36.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.9% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.4% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.6% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,809, and the median income for a family was $55,357. Males had a median income of $35,855 versus $24,028 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,310. About 2.9% of families and 2.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over.


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St. Mary Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

St. Mary Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 504 at the 2000 census.

St. Mary Township was organized in 1858, taking the name of a local Roman Catholic church.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 square miles (93.0 km$2$), of which 35.9 square miles (92.9 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km$2$)  (0.08%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 504 people, 162 households, and 134 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.1 people per square mile (5.4/km$2$). There were 163 housing units at an average density of 4.5/sq mi (1.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.21% White, 0.79% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.20% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.60% of the population.

There were 162 households, out of which 45.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.6% were married couples living together, 2.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.7% were non-families. 13.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.11 and the average family size was 3.45.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.5% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 19.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 119.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $44,625. Males had a median income of $31,042 versus $20,577 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,820. About 1.9% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Vivian Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Vivian Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 259 at the 2000 census.

Vivian Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.1 km$2$), of which 35.9 square miles (93.1 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km$2$)  (0.06%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 259 people, 100 households, and 76 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.2 people per square mile (2.8/km$2$). There were 109 housing units at an average density of 3.0/sq mi (1.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.07% White, 0.77% from other races, and 1.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.93% of the population.

There were 100 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.0% were married couples living together, 1.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.0% were non-families. 23.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 25.1% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,750, and the median income for a family was $48,750. Males had a median income of $29,375 versus $26,563 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,016. About 3.1% of families and 6.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Waldorf, Minnesota

Waldorf is a city in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 229 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.38 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 229 people, 100 households, and 66 families living in the city. The population density was 602.6 PD/sqmi. There were 115 housing units at an average density of 302.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.6% White and 0.4% Asian.

There were 100 households, of which 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.0% were non-families. 30.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.82.

The median age in the city was 42.1 years. 24% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 18.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.5% male and 48.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 242 people, 103 households, and 70 families living in the city. The population density was 630.4 PD/sqmi. There were 115 housing units at an average density of 299.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.59% White and 0.41% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.65% of the population.

There were 103 households, out of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.3% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.0% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.9% under the age of 18, 12.0% from 18 to 24, 23.1% from 25 to 44, 28.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $29,375 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,941. About 6.2% of families and 15.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 18.9% of those 65 or over.

History
A post office called Waldorf has been in operation since 1908. According to Warren Upham, the community may be named after Waldorf, Maryland.

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Waseca, Minnesota

Waseca is a city in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 9,229 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 5.19 sqmi; 4.00 sqmi is land and 1.19 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010 census, there were 9,410 people, 3,504 households, and 2,150 families living in the city. The population density was 2352.5 PD/sqmi. There were 3,818 housing units at an average density of 954.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.0% White, 3.7% African American, 1.5% Native American, 1.0% Asian, 2.3% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.0% of the population.

There were 3,504 households, of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.7% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.6% were non-families. 32.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 36.5 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.1% were from 25 to 44; 25.5% were from 45 to 64; and 13.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 42.6% male and 57.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000 census, there were 8,493 people, 3,388 households, and 2,219 families living in the city. The population density was 2,215.6 PD/sqmi. There were 3,563 housing units at an average density of 929.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.24% White, 1.39% African American, 0.35% Native American, 0.58% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 2.50% from other races, and 0.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.10% of the population.

The ancestral makeup of the city is 44.6% German, 21.3% Norwegian, 13.2% Irish, 5.2% English, 5.1% Swedish, and 4.6% French. There were 3,388 households, out of which 34.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.5% were non-families. 29.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,554, and the median income for a family was $49,163. Males had a median income of $35,701 versus $22,837 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,439. About 6.5% of families and 8.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.5% of those under age 18 and 5.9% of those age 65 or over.

Transportation
Bus service in Waseca is provided by Southern Minnesota Area Rural Transit (SMART). SMART operates one deviated fixed route and demand-response service.

U.S. Highway 14 and Minnesota Highway 13 are two of the main routes in the city. U.S. 14 runs as an east–west freeway bypass just south of Waseca, while Minnesota Highway 13 passes through the city as State Street, running north–south.

Education
Waseca is home to many schools. The school colors are blue and gold and the school mascot is the bluejay.

Hartley Elementary School has kindergarten through 3rd grade.

Waseca Intermediate School (WIS), known as Central Immediate School (CIS) until 2012, holds 4th grade through 6th grade.

Waseca Junior and Senior High School (WJSHS), known as Waseca High School (WHS) until 2012, houses grades 7 through 12. WHS served only grades 9 through 12.

Waseca Alternative High School (WALC), also known as the Alternative Learning Center (ALC), has an alternative learning program for students junior-high age through adult.

Sacred Heart School is a private Catholic elementary school, ranging from kindergarten through fourth grade, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Sacred Heart also has a Montessori preschool. Another preschool, Hansel & Gretel, is at Faith United Methodist Church. Other preschools include Waseca County Head Start.

Waseca has a charter school, TEAM Academy, hosting students from kindergarten to grade 6. Until recently, the public schools sponsored TEAM Academy.

Waseca was home to the University of Minnesota Waseca, a two-year technical college that closed in 1992. Most of its former campus continues to operate as the research facility Southern Research and Outreach Center, which includes 926 acres of research-oriented farmland, a community garden, and the Hodgson Memorial Arboretum.

Economy
Waseca is home to a frozen-vegetable packing plant for fresh peas and corn, owned by ConAgra Brands.

The Federal Correctional Institution, Waseca, a low-security federal prison housing female inmates, is in buildings that were part of the University of Minnesota Waseca campus.

Waseca is home to the Waseca Medical Center, part of the Mayo Clinic Health System.

Recreation
Waseca opened a waterpark in June 2007.

Waseca completed an eight-foot-wide asphalt bike path surrounding Clear Lake in 2014.

Waseca is home to many parks and lakes, including Clear Lake, Loon Lake, Maplewood Park, Clear Lake Park, Loon Lake Park, Courthouse Park, and Blowers Park.

History
Waseca was platted in July 1867 where the railroad system established a stop. Within a year it was a major shipping hub for wheat, and the city had 129 buildings and 700 people.

In 1912 the University of Minnesota purchased 246 acres of swampland and established an experimental farm called Southeast Station. Studies included corn, swine and cattle-breeding. In 1953 the university opened the Southern School of Agriculture for farming students. It operated as a boarding school, with a six-month term scheduled around farming activities. In 1971 it became the University of Minnesota Waseca, a two-year technical college, and served nearly 20,000 students before closing in 1992.

The city took its name from Waseca County, Minnesota. "Waseca" is a Dakota language word meaning "rich in provisions". It was founded as a hub of agricultural activity. In the mid-1900s, three companies were founded in Waseca with national markets: Brown Printing, EF Johnson Technologies Inc., and Herter's Outgoor Gear. The result was a strong, diverse economy. In the mid-1970s, Waseca's post office was the third busiest in the state for postal receipts.

In 1923, Edgar F. Johnson and his wife, Ethel Johnson, founded E.F. Johnson Co. It shared space with a downtown Waseca woodworking shop, and sold radio transmission parts by mail order. It built its first factory in 1936, and was a major supplier of defense production during World War II. Johnson merged with Western Union in 1982. In 1997, it was sold and its headquarters moved to Texas. The Johnsons played a major role in establishing Waseca County Historical Society.

George Herter launched Herter's in 1937 from his father's dry goods store and became an original model of successful mail-order retailers. Herter's merchandise is now sold by Cabela's and Bass Pro Shops. Herter's successful catalog business, including its print runs of 400,000 to 500,000 copies, were a major factor in Brown Printing's success. Brown Printing was started in 1949 and grew to include facilities in Illinois and Pennsylvania. It was sold to Quad Printing in 2015.

A post office has been in operation at Waseca since 1867. Waseca was incorporated as a city in 1881.

During the Second World War, the E.F. Johnson Company plant was on war footing, with production 24 hours a day and heavy surveillance. Waseca was one of the first cities to use municipal funds to buy war bonds.

On April 30, 1967, Waseca was severely damaged by the 1967 Iowa–Minnesota tornado outbreak.

Waseca has six properties on the National Register of Historic Places: the 1868 Philo C. Bailey House, the circa-1895 William R. Wolf House, the 1896 Roscoe P. Ward House, the 1897 John W. Aughenbaugh House, the 1897 Waseca County Courthouse, and the circa-1900 W. J. Armstrong Company Wholesale Grocers Building.

Past mayors of Waseca include:
 * William Grosvener Ward
 * Robert Laird McCormick (1874–1880)
 * Warren Smith (1881–1882)
 * Marquis De Lafayette "M D L" Collester (1883-1883??)
 * Gottfried Buchler (1886–1887)
 * Eugene Belnap "E.B." Collester, (1887 to 1888)
 * Towbridge
 * D. S. Cummings (1888–1890)
 * Col. D. E. Priest (1891-??)
 * D. S. Cummings (1893–1896)
 * John Moonan (1897–1898)
 * Charles A. Smith (1898–1904)
 * Bob Zehm
 * Bob Sien
 * Avery "Doc" Hall (1975-1987)
 * Richard Marcus (1988–1989)
 * Steve Manthe (1989–1982)
 * Judy Kozan (1992–1993)
 * Steve Manthe (1993–1995)
 * John Clemons (1995–2000)
 * Tom Hagen (2000–2004)
 * Roy Srp (2004–2014)
 * John Clemons (2014–2016)
 * Roy Srp (2016–2022)
 * Randy Zimmerman (2023-Current)

Politics

 * Waseca is in Minnesota's 1st congressional district. It is represented in the Minnesota State Senate by John Jasinski and in the Minnesota House by John Petersburg. The current mayor is Randy Zimmerman.

Notable people

 * Reverend E.H. Alden, made famous in Laura Ingalls Wilder's series Little House on the Prairie
 * Joseph Alland, farmer and Minnesota state legislator
 * D. E. Bowe, member of Wisconsin State Assembly
 * Gene Glynn, former Minnesota Twins third base coach
 * George Herter, founder of Herter's outdoor goods business and author
 * Dave Kunst, the first person to walk around the world (from 1970 to 1974); his journey began and ended in Waseca.
 * John D. Lewer, farmer and Minnesota state legislator
 * George Peter Madden, lawyer and Minnesota state legislator
 * Ray J. Madden, U. S. Representative
 * Peter McGovern, member of Minnesota Senate
 * Tim Penny, U.S. Representative
 * Leroy Shield, composer, conductor, arranger of films featuring the Little Rascals and Laurel & Hardy, born in Waseca

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Wilton Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Wilton Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 392 at the 2000 census.

History
Wilton Township was organized in 1858, and named after its largest settlement, Wilton, Minnesota.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.5 km$2$); 35.7 square miles (92.4 km$2$) is land and 0.4 square miles (1.1 km$2$) (1.22%) is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 392 people, 137 households and 99 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.0 per square mile (4.2/km$2$). There were 143 housing units at an average density of 4.0/sq mi (1.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.96% White, 0.26% Asian, 1.79% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.32% of the population.

There were 137 households, of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.8% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.7% were non-families. 23.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.41.

30.9% of the population were under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.9 males.

The median household income was $40,313 and the median family income was $41,364. Males had a median income of $28,393 compared with $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,327. About 8.0% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.9% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Notable people
Henry M. Gallagher and Frank T. Gallagher, brothers and members of the Minnesota Supreme Court, were born in Wilton Township.


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Woodville Township, Waseca County, Minnesota

Woodville Township is a township in Waseca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,273 at the 2000 census.

History
Woodville Township was organized in 1858, and named for Eri G. and Loren Clark Wood, sibling settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 31.2 square miles (80.7 km$2$), of which 30.0 square miles (77.8 km$2$) is land and 1.1 square miles (2.9 km$2$) (3.63%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,273 people, 467 households, and 386 families residing in the township. The population density was 75.7 PD/sqmi. There were 478 housing units at an average density of 15.9/sq mi (6.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 84.25% White, 11.48% African American, 2.82% Native American, 0.92% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.22% from other races, and 0.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.14% of the population.

There were 467 households, out of which 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.0% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.3% were non-families. 15.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the township the population was spread out, with 17.4% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 43.8% from 25 to 44, 24.1% from 45 to 64, and 5.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years.For every 100 females, there were 239.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 304.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $62,250, and the median income for a family was $66,111. Males had a median income of $42,440 versus $24,659 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,770. About 1.6% of families and 2.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.6% of those under age 18 and 5.8% of those age 65 or over.