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Kasota, Minnesota

Kasota is a city within the larger Kasota Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 714 at the 2020 census.

Geography
Kasota is about halfway between Mankato and St. Peter on the eastern side of the Minnesota River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 1.00 sqmi, all land. The city center is about two miles north of the Kasota Prairie, designated as a Scientific and Natural Area by the state Department of Natural Resources.

Minnesota State Highway 22 serves as a main route in the community. U.S. Route 169 is nearby, on the western side of the Minnesota River.

History
Kasota was platted in 1855. "Kasota" is a name derived from the Dakota language word for "cleared off".

On July 1, 1892, the Sontag Brothers, John Sontag and George Contant, and their partner in crime, Chris Evans, tried to rob a train between St. Peter and Kasota along the Minnesota River. The bandits acquired nothing of value, but their activities came under the review of Pinkerton detectives, and both were apprehended in June 1893.

The stone industry

During the 1880s, the stone industry experienced an unexpected boom. During this time, C.W. Babcock took over his father's stone business. He began applying modern quarrying methods, and in 1889 formed a partnership with Tyrrell Swan Willcox, an immigrant from Rugby, England, who was instrumental in promoting the use of polished Kasota limestone for interior and exterior residential use. Much of the industry's boom was caused by the railroads' expansion westward, which required large quantities of stone for trestles and culverts.

Babcock also was the first to begin quarrying Kasota limestone in and around the city of Kasota. The Babcock Company was the chief stone company during the city's early history, and the relationship between the company and the city was often contentions. At one point, the Babcock Company decided to blast within the city limits. This led to the creation of the park on County Road 21 in the town center, after the company was forced to fill in the quarry near the homes of city residents.

In the early 1980s, the Babcock Company went bankrupt. The Vetter Stone Company bought the Babcock quarries, further expanding the business, which now operates just outside the Mankato city limits. The Vetters were former employees of the Babcock Company who left to start their own company in the 1950s. The former Babcock Company plant in Kasota is now occupied by Door Engineering, which manufactures industrial doors. Much of the former Kasota quarry is occupied by Unimin Corporation, which mines silica sand for hydraulic fracturing ("fracking").

Kasota stone was selected as the primary stone for building the National Museum of the American Indian and the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art in Indianapolis.

Namesakes
Kasota (Dakota for "a cleared place") was the name of a wooden Great Lakes iron ore steamer, built in 1884. The Kasota sank after colliding with the passenger steamer The City of Detroit on the Detroit River on July 18, 1890. The Kasota was salvaged and rebuilt in 1892 but sank again after springing a leak during a storm off Grand Marais, Michigan, on September 19, 1903.

The USS Kasota was a naval tugboat, launched in 1944 and struck from the Navy list in 1961. It is believed that the Kasota (also known as the "Mighty Deuces") was the last wooden hull tug in the Navy at the time.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 675 people, 293 households, and 175 families residing in the city. The population density was 675.0 PD/sqmi. There were 305 housing units at an average density of 305.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.7% White, 1.2% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 293 households, of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.0% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.3% were non-families. 31.7% 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 2.30 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 36.9 years. 21.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29% were from 25 to 44; 30.6% were from 45 to 64; and 10.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 680 people, 275 households, and 196 families residing in the city. The population density was 673.4 PD/sqmi. There were 279 housing units at an average density of 276.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.59% White, 0.74% African American, 2.06% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 1.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.88% of the population.

There were 275 households, out of which 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.4% were non-families. 21.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.4% 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 2.81.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 9.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,097, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $30,300 versus $21,711 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,503. About 6.6% of families and 7.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.6% of those under age 18 and 16.9% of those age 65 or over.

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Kasota Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Kasota Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,487 at the 2000 census.

Kasota Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has an area of 39.2 sqmi, of which 37.6 sqmi is land and 1.7 sqmi  (4.23%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, the township had 1,487 people, 563 households, and 449 families. The population density was 39.6 PD/sqmi. There were 642 housing units at an average density of 17.1/sq mi (6.6/km$2$). The township's racial makeup was 99.26% White, 0.20% Asian, 0.07% from other races, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.01% of the population.

There were 563 households, of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.8% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.2% were non-families. 16.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 2.96.

24.3% of the township's population was under age 18, 7.2% was from age 18 to 24, 28.0% was from age 25 to 44, 30.3% was from age 45 to 64, and 10.2% was age 65 or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.1 males.

The township's median household income was $57,650, and the median family income was $61,154. Males had a median income of $37,500 versus $23,952 for females. The township's per capita income was $25,575. About 3.6% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.0% of those under age 18 and 4.6% of those age 65 or over.

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Kilkenny, Minnesota

Kilkenny is a city in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 134 at the 2010 census.

It was named after the city and county of Kilkenny in Ireland.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.14 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 134 people, 53 households, and 38 families living in the city. The population density was 957.1 PD/sqmi. There were 63 housing units at an average density of 450.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.3% White and 0.7% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 53 households, of which 41.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.8% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 9.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.3% were non-families. 26.4% 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 2.53 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 37.5 years. 27.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.9% were from 25 to 44; 29.1% were from 45 to 64; and 11.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.2% male and 47.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 148 people, 59 households, and 40 families living in the city. The population density was 1,205.8 PD/sqmi. There were 61 housing units at an average density of 497.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.89% White, 2.03% Asian, 5.41% from other races, and 0.68% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.41% of the population.

There were 59 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.2% were non-families. 28.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.6% 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 3.03.

In the city, the population distribution was as follows: 25.0% were under the age of 18, 9.5% were between 18 and 24, 30.4% were from 25 to 44, 21.6% were from 45 to 64, and 13.5% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males, and for every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 117.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,583, and the median income for a family was $42,188. Males had a median income of $34,500 versus $20,313 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,198. There were none of the families and 3.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Kilkenny Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Kilkenny Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 393 at the 2000 census.

It was named after Kilkenny in Ireland.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 33.8 sqmi is land and 2.2 sqmi  (6.21%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 393 people, 157 households, and 113 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.6 PD/sqmi. There were 173 housing units at an average density of 5.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.78% White, and 2.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.02% of the population.

There were 157 households, out of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.7% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 23.6% 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 2.50 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.7% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 30.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,625, and the median income for a family was $149,063. Males had a median income of $145,139 versus $22,188 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,346. About 9.5% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.1% of those under age 18 and 15.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Lanesburgh Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Lanesburgh Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,074 at the 2000 census.

Lanesburgh Township was named for Charles L. Lane, a pioneer settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.5 sqmi, of which 32.9 sqmi is land and 1.5 sqmi  (4.41%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,074 people, 628 households, and 545 families residing in the township. The population density was 63.0 PD/sqmi. There were 637 housing units at an average density of 19.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.99% White, 0.05% African American, 0.05% Native American, 0.14% Asian, 0.29% from other races, and 0.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.58% of the population.

There were 628 households, out of which 53.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 81.5% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.2% were non-families. 9.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.28 and the average family size was 3.52.

In the township the population was spread out, with 35.2% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 34.6% from 25 to 44, 17.9% from 45 to 64, and 6.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $62,986, and the median income for a family was $65,083. Males had a median income of $39,769 versus $26,555 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,782. About 2.7% of families and 3.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.0% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Le Center, Minnesota

Le Center is a city and the county seat of Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,517 at the 2020 census. The Le Sueur County Courthouse and Jail are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.51 sqmi, all land.

Le Center is located 26 mi from Mankato and 62 mi from Minneapolis.

Minnesota State Highways 99 and 112 are two of the main routes in the community.

Demographics
As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $38,690, and the median income for a family was $47,143. Males had a median income of $30,901 versus $22,381 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,225. About 6.6% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.3% of those under age 18 and 17.3% of those age 65 or over.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,499 people, 915 households, and 629 families residing in the city. The population density was 1655.0 PD/sqmi. There were 971 housing units at an average density of 643.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.2% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 1.4% Asian, 8.4% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 21.0% of the population.

There were 915 households, of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.5% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.3% were non-families. 27.1% 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 2.67 and the average family size was 3.25.

The median age in the city was 32.8 years. 28.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.2% were from 25 to 44; 22.2% were from 45 to 64; and 12.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.9% male and 49.1% female.

2020 Census
As of the census of 2020, there were 2,517 people, 923 households, and 181 families living in the city.

Climate
Le Center has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa). Summers are warm and humid, while winters are cold and snowy.

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Lexington Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Lexington Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 763 at the 2000 census.

Lexington Township was organized in 1858, taking its name from the settlement of Lexington.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.8 square miles (90.1 km2), of which 34.1 square miles (88.3 km2) is land and 0.7 square mile (1.8 km2)  (1.96%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 763 people, 286 households, and 209 families residing in the township. The population density was 22.4 PD/sqmi. There were 297 housing units at an average density of 8.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.21% White, 0.26% Asian, and 0.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.52% of the population.

There were 286 households, out of which 32.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.2% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.6% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 27.0% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,125, and the median income for a family was $56,042. Males had a median income of $32,708 versus $25,833 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,968. About 5.6% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.5% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Montgomery, Minnesota

Montgomery is a city in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States, 45 miles south of Minneapolis. It was named after Richard Montgomery, an Irish-American soldier who served as a major general in the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. The population was 2,956 at the 2010 census.

History
Montgomery was platted in 1877 when the railroad was extended to that point. Martin M. Malone (1888-1962), politician and businessman, was born in Montgomery.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.62 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highways 13 and 21 are two of the main routes in the city. Minnesota State Highway 99 is located directly to the south. Montgomery is 15 miles from Interstate 35.

The closest towns to Montgomery are: North - New Prague, South - Kilkenny, East - Lonsdale, West - Le Center. The closest major city is Faribault to the Southeast.

2010 census
At the 2010 census, there were 2,956 people, 1,185 households and 760 families residing in the city. The population density was 1128.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,306 housing units at an average density of 498.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.4% White, 0.2% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 2.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.4% of the population.

There were 1,185 households, of which 33.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.9% were non-families. 30.3% 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 2.49 and the average family size was 3.07.

The median age was 35.1 years. 27.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.5% were from 25 to 44; 23.9% were from 45 to 64; and 13.4% were 65 years of age or older. The population was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 2,794 people, 1,105 households and 690 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,790.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,137 housing units at an average density of 728.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.59% White, 0.32% African American, 0.25% Native American, 0.32% Asian, 4.29% from other races, and 1.22% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.77% of the population.

There were 1,105 households, of which 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 32.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% 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 3.23.

28.7% of the population were under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.5 males.

The median household income was $34,145 and the median family income was $48,011. Males had a median income of $30,707 compared with $23,977 for females. The per capita income was $16,128. About 8.1% of families and 11.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.6% of those under age 18 and 18.3% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Seneca Foods (formerly Green Giant) has a freezing and canning facility in Montgomery. United Steel Products also has a large facility in town. The economy of the Montgomery area relies heavily on agriculture, and other assorted blue collar jobs.

Government
Montgomery is in Minnesota's 2nd congressional district, represented by Angie Craig (DFL); Minnesota Senate district 22, represented by Rich Draheim (R); and Minnesota House district 22B, represented by Brian Pfarr (R). In terms of county politics, Montgomery is a part of Le Sueur County District #2 and represented by Joe Connolly.

Education
Montgomery is a part of the Tri-City United School District, ISD #2905. The district includes a grades 9-12 Tri-City United High School in Montgomery; K-8 campuses in Montgomery and Le Center; and a K-6 elementary school in Lonsdale. The district's sports teams, the Titans, are members of the Minnesota River Conference, and participate in baseball, softball, basketball, cross-country, hockey, tennis, track, football, cheerleading, wrestling, golf and volleyball.

The Most Holy Redeemer Catholic School is a parochial pre-K-8 school. Its sports teams, the Raiders, compete in the Tri-County Private School Conference in sports including volleyball, basketball, baseball and softball.

Arts and culture

Montgomery celebrates its Czechoslovakian heritage annually at the end of July with one of Minnesota's oldest festivals, Kolacky Days. The festival dates back to 1929, when an estimated 6,000 people visited Montgomery for the first Kolacky Day celebration, held on October 1.

"The Kolacky Day spirit reigned supreme from early Tuesday morning until a comparatively late hour Wednesday morning. More than 1,600 of the celebrated delicacies were devoured," according to a Montgomery Messenger account from the following week.

Events at the first celebration included a trap shooting tournament, a parade, sports and races, and a football game between Montgomery and Le Sueur Center (now Le Center).

In 1931 Miss Leatta Ehmke (later Leatta Trnka) was crowned the first Kolacky Queen by Mayor Henry Westerman. For the 1934 celebration, a novelty button, sold by the Kolacky girls, was devised and is still in use today. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Kolacky Day retreated to the background until the Montgomery Community Club revived the celebration in 1948. Kolacky Day officially became a summer festival in 1966 when the traditional date, the last Sunday in September, was dropped in favor of the first weekend in August. The earlier date and warmer weather brought huge crowds to the festival. In 1975, Kolacky Day became Kolacky Days and the event was held for the first time at the end of July. It is now celebrated on the fourth full weekend of that month. The shift was made at the urging of the Green Giant vegetable canning company, to avoid conflict with the busy corn-processing season.

Other annual events include the Torchlight Parade & Fireworks, the Masopust Festival also known as "The Czech Mardi Gras" and the Miss Czech-Slovak MN Pageant.

Baseball
Montgomery's baseball tradition includes the amateur baseball team, known as the Mallards, the former high school Montgomery-Lonsdale Redbirds and now the Tri-City United Titans. The Mallards play in the Dakota Rice Scott Amateur Baseball League (DRS) under the direction of the Minnesota Baseball Association. The Mallards participated in the State Tournament in 1998, 1999, 2002, 2016 and 2022. They play their home games at Memorial Field, in Memorial Park.

The Redbirds played in the Minnesota River Conference under the direction of the Minnesota High School League. The Redbirds participated in a few State Tournaments and won the Class A State Championship for the 1998-1999 Season. Now the tradition continues with the consolidated Tri-City United School District.

Recreation
The Tri-City United Community Education Office provides the citizens of Montgomery as well as the rest of the school district with recreational opportunities for all ages.

City parks

 * Memorial Park
 * North Side
 * West Side
 * Veteran's Memorial Park

Nearby Lakes

 * Lake Pepin
 * Lake Dora
 * Clear Lake
 * Gorman Lake

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Montgomery Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Montgomery Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 745 at the 2000 census.

Montgomery Township was organized in 1859.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.6 square miles (89.5 km$2$), of which 33.7 square miles (87.2 km$2$) is land and 0.9 square mile (2.3 km$2$)  (2.58%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 745 people, 272 households, and 206 families residing in the township. The population density was 22.1 people per square mile (8.5/km$2$). There were 287 housing units at an average density of 8.5/sq mi (3.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.33% White, 0.13% Asian, 0.13% Pacific Islander, and 0.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.21% of the population.

There were 272 households, out of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.4% were married couples living together, 2.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.9% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% 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 3.20.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.9% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,227, and the median income for a family was $55,417. Males had a median income of $36,477 versus $21,667 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,180. About 1.9% of families and 3.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Ottawa Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Ottawa Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 290 at the 2000 census. Ottawa Township was organized in 1858.

The unincorporated community of Ottawa is located within Ottawa Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 15.3 square miles (39.7 km$2$), of which 15.1 square miles (39.1 km$2$) is land and 0.2 square mile (0.6 km$2$)  (1.50%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 290 people, 122 households, and 89 families residing in the township. The population density was 19.2 people per square mile (7.4/km$2$). There were 127 housing units at an average density of 8.4/sq mi (3.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.59% White, 0.69% Asian, 1.72% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.72% of the population.

There were 122 households, out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.0% were non-families. 23.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 2.8% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $48,750, and the median income for a family was $56,563. Males had a median income of $31,618 versus $31,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,908. About 2.6% of families and 3.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 5.1% of those 65 or over.


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Sharon Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Sharon Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 658 at the 2000 census.

Sharon Township was organized in 1858, and named for the Sharon plain, in present-day Israel.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 square miles (92.9 km$2$), of which 35.8 square miles (92.6 km$2$) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.4 km$2$)  (0.39%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 658 people, 231 households, and 195 families residing in the township. The population density was 18.4 people per square mile (7.1/km$2$). There were 239 housing units at an average density of 6.7/sq mi (2.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.42% White, 1.37% Native American, 0.15% Asian, and 1.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.30% of the population.

There were 231 households, out of which 38.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.4% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.2% were non-families. 13.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.85 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $52,841, and the median income for a family was $57,083. Males had a median income of $32,375 versus $24,688 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,314. About 3.4% of families and 6.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.6% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Tyrone Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Tyrone Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 564 for the 2000 census.

Organized in 1858, it was named after County Tyrone in Ireland.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.7 km$2$), of which 36.1 square miles (93.4 km$2$) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.3 km$2$)  (0.33%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 564 people, 212 households, and 171 families residing in the township. The population density was 15.6 people per square mile (6.0/km$2$). There were 215 housing units at an average density of 6.0/sq mi (2.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.58% White, 0.35% African American, 0.18% from other races, and 0.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.42% of the population.

There were 212 households, out of which 32.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.4% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.3% were non-families. 16.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 28.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $60,556, and the median income for a family was $63,750. Males had a median income of $42,917 versus $27,143 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,470. About 2.3% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.8% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Washington Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Washington Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 797 at the 2000 census.

Washington Township was organized in 1858, taking its name from Lake Washington.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 15.2 square miles (39.5 km$2$), of which 12.0 square miles (31.2 km$2$) is land and 3.2 square miles (8.3 km$2$)  (21.05%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 797 people, 324 households, and 238 families residing in the township. The population density was 66.2 PD/sqmi. There were 482 housing units at an average density of 40.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.75% White, 0.13% African American, 0.50% Asian, 0.25% from other races, and 0.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.13% of the population.

There were 324 households, out of which 28.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.8% were married couples living together, 0.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.5% were non-families. 22.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% 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 2.89.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.1% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 34.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $69,188, and the median income for a family was $76,146. Males had a median income of $42,692 versus $26,458 for females. The per capita income for the township was $37,717. None of the families and 0.9% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Waterville, Minnesota

Waterville is a town in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,868 at the 2010 census. It is close to Sakatah Lake State Park on the Cannon River.

Waterville has a yearly celebration called "Bullhead Days," and it is held in early June; the residents of the town get together for food, fun, a parade, a carnival, and fireworks.

History
Waterville was platted in 1856 by nine New England natives. The name "Waterville" comes from, Waterville, Maine, E.I. Wright's, a member of the group, hometown. It is also mixed with the fact that it is positioned between Lake Tetonka and Lake Sakatah. A post office has been in operation at Waterville since 1856. Waterville was incorporated as a city in 1898.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.34 sqmi, of which 1.70 sqmi is land and 0.64 sqmi is water.

Minnesota State Highways 13 and 60 are two of the main routes in the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,868 people, 785 households, and 486 families living in the city. The population density was 1098.8 PD/sqmi. There were 963 housing units at an average density of 566.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White, 0.4% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 785 households, of which 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.0% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.1% were non-families. 33.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.87.

The median age in the city was 42.4 years. 22.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 26.9% were from 45 to 64; and 19.9% 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 1,833 people, 756 households, and 501 families living in the city. The population density was 1,088.8 PD/sqmi. There were 864 housing units at an average density of 513.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.60% White, 0.11% African American, 0.87% Native American, 0.27% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, and 1.09% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.33% of the population.

There were 756 households, out of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 28.8% 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 2.32 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.3% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 20.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,950, and the median income for a family was $45,536. Males had a median income of $32,361 versus $24,327 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,958. About 6.6% of families and 10.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.8% of those under age 18 and 11.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Waterville-Elysian-Morristown School District operates public schools.

Notable people

 * Major A. B. Rogers (1829–1889), railway surveyor who discovered Rogers Pass in British Columbia, Canada. The railway surveyor was not originally from Waterville, but lived there at the end of his life.
 * Artist Adolf Dehn was born in Waterville, Minnesota, November 22, 1895, and he died in New York City, May 19, 1968. Two-time recipient of the Guggenheim Fellowship, Dehn was one of the most notable lithographers of the 20th century.

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Waterville Township, Le Sueur County, Minnesota

Waterville Township is a township in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 742 at the 2000 census.

Waterville Township was organized in 1858, and named after Waterville.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.8 square miles (87.5 km$2$), of which 30.4 square miles (78.7 km$2$) is land and 3.4 square miles (8.8 km$2$)  (10.07%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 742 people, 265 households, and 214 families residing in the township. The population density was 24.4 people per square mile (9.4/km$2$). There were 396 housing units at an average density of 13.0/sq mi (5.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.38% White, 0.13% African American, 0.13% Native American, 0.27% Asian, 0.81% from other races, and 0.27% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.81% of the population.

There were 265 households, out of which 35.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.8% were married couples living together, 1.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.2% were non-families. 15.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $53,929, and the median income for a family was $59,000. Males had a median income of $37,321 versus $22,321 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,604. About 1.8% of families and 2.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Alta Vista Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Alta Vista Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 212 at the 2000 census.

Alta Vista Township was named for its lofty elevation, the name being derived from Latin and meaning "high view".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 212 people, 71 households, and 59 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.8 PD/sqmi. There were 76 housing units at an average density of 2.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 71 households, out of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 78.9% were married couples living together, 1.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.9% were non-families. 15.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.2% 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 3.02.

In the township the population was spread out, with 19.8% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 20.8% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 120.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $58,125, and the median income for a family was $66,250. Males had a median income of $23,000 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,063. About 3.4% of families and 10.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 35.2% of those sixty five or over.


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Arco, Minnesota

Arco is a city in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 87 at the 2020 census.

History
Arco was platted in 1900, and named after Arcola, in Italy. A post office has been in operation at Arco since 1900.

The town was served by the Chicago & Northwestern railroad. The request to abandon the line from Tyler, MN to Astoria, SD was approved on February 10, 1970.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.36 sqmi, of which 0.29 sqmi is land and 0.07 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 75 people, 37 households, and 18 families residing in the city. The population density was 117.2 PD/sqmi. There were 51 housing units at an average density of 79.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.0% White and 8.0% from other races.

There were 37 households, of which 16.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.8% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 51.4% were non-families. 45.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 29.7% 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 2.89.

The median age in the city was 49.5 years. 16% of residents were under the age of 18; 12% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 13.4% were from 25 to 44; 33.3% were from 45 to 64; and 25.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 100 people, 44 households, and 28 families residing in the city. The population density was 154.6 PD/sqmi. There were 51 housing units at an average density of 78.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.00% White, 1.00% Native American, and 1.00% from two or more races.

There were 44 households, out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.1% were non-families. 31.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 12.0% from 18 to 24, 27.0% from 25 to 44, 18.0% from 45 to 64, and 23.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 122.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,625, and the median income for a family was $31,875. Males had a median income of $21,875 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,479. There were 6.9% of families and 4.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 6.9% of those over 64.

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Ash Lake Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Ash Lake Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 177 at the 2000 census.

This township was named for Ash Lake.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.7 sqmi, of which 36.1 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi  (1.64%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 177 people, 72 households, and 52 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.9 PD/sqmi. There were 76 housing units at an average density of 2.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 72 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.3% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.4% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% 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 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 16.9% from 25 to 44, 32.8% from 45 to 64, and 19.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 127.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,750, and the median income for a family was $32,000. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $12,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,639. About 28.8% of families and 30.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 20.0% of those 65 or over.


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Diamond Lake Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Diamond Lake Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 231 at the 2000 census.

Diamond Lake Township was named for a former lake in the shape of a diamond.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.0 sqmi, of which 32.2 sqmi is land and 2.8 sqmi  (8.05%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 231 people, 85 households, and 65 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.2 PD/sqmi. There were 123 housing units at an average density of 3.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.84% White, 2.16% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.16% of the population.

There were 85 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.8% were married couples living together, 1.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.5% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% 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 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.6% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $32,750. Males had a median income of $27,143 versus $16,607 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,689. About 16.4% of families and 17.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.5% of those 65 or over.


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Drammen Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Drammen Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 141 at the 2000 census.

Drammen Township was named after Drammen, in Norway.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 38.7 sqmi, of which 38.6 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi  (0.05%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 141 people, 50 households, and 42 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.6 PD/sqmi. There were 57 housing units at an average density of 1.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.58% White and 1.42% African American.

There were 50 households, out of which 38.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.0% were married couples living together, 2.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.0% were non-families. 14.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and none had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.1% under the age of 18, 12.1% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 15.6% from 45 to 64, and 17.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 132.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,056. There were 4.4% of families and 4.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 14.8% of those over 64.


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Hansonville Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Hansonville Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 122 at the 2000 census.

Hansonville Township was named John Hanson, a state legislator.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.8 sqmi, of which 33.5 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi  (0.83%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 122 people, 44 households, and 33 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.6 PD/sqmi. There were 57 housing units at an average density of 1.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 44 households, out of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.7% were married couples living together, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% 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 2.77 and the average family size was 3.36.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.1% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $20,000, and the median income for a family was $21,250. Males had a median income of $22,188 versus $24,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,725. There were 8.0% of families and 4.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 19.0% of those over 64.


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Hendricks, Minnesota

Hendricks is a city in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 713 at the 2010 census.

History
A post office called Hendricks has been in operation since 1884. The city was named for Thomas A. Hendricks, elected 21st Vice President of the United States in 1884.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.98 sqmi, of which 0.96 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water. The city is located in Sections 17 and 18 of Hendricks Township (T112N R46W), along the northeast shore of Lake Hendricks, the source of the Lac qui Parle River.

Main routes include Minnesota State Highway 271, Division Street, Main Street, Garfield Street, Railroad Street, and Lincoln County Road 17. Minnesota State Highway 19 is nearby.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 713 people, 326 households, and 185 families residing in the city. The population density was 742.7 PD/sqmi. There were 378 housing units at an average density of 393.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.3% White, 0.1% African American, 0.3% Native American, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 326 households, of which 19.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.4% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.3% were non-families. 40.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.01 and the average family size was 2.64.

The median age in the city was 53.9 years. 17.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.8% were from 25 to 44; 21.6% were from 45 to 64; and 38.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 725 people, 308 households, and 169 families residing in the city. The population density was 753.5 PD/sqmi. There were 360 housing units at an average density of 374.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.59% White and 0.41% Asian.

There were 308 households, out of which 20.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.1% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.1% were non-families. 43.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 31.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.07 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.6% under the age of 18, 2.8% from 18 to 24, 17.5% from 25 to 44, 16.7% from 45 to 64, and 42.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 57 years. For every 100 females, there were 76.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 72.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,042, and the median income for a family was $37,813. Males had a median income of $30,875 versus $20,078 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,828. About 4.1% of families and 8.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.8% of those under age 18 and 12.8% of those age 65 or over.

Points of interest
Hendricks is on the northern edge of the Buffalo Ridge Wind Farm, which is one of the largest in the United States offsetting more than 1 billion pounds of carbon dioxide and 450,000 pounds of coal.

Located 3 miles Northwest of Hendricks is Singsaas Lutheran Church. Established by Norwegian settlers on October 26, 1874; Singsaas Lutheran Church at over 135 years old is on the National Register of Historic Places. This makes it one of the oldest Prairie Churches in the country that still holds weekly services. Every Christmas Singsaas puts out a CD of their annual Christmas program.

There are also many recreational opportunities in Hendricks. It is home to Lake Hendricks, with an attached park. It has a nine-hole golf course in town with a newly constructed club house in 2014, which runs numerous tournaments throughout the golfing season as well as a golf league.

Hendricks is also home to a twenty-five-site campground near Lake Hendricks. They provide water and electric hookups as well as firewood.

In December 2014 the Red Barn Theater was opened, attracting 230 of the 713 people of Hendricks in the opening night. Its first showing was Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb. It was the first time since 1972 that Hendricks had a theater.

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Hendricks Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Hendricks Township is a township (T112N R46W) in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 220 at the 2000 census.

Hendricks Township took its name from Lake Hendricks.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 sqmi, of which 35.2 sqmi is land and 1.3 sqmi  (3.62%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 220 people, 86 households, and 68 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.3 PD/sqmi. There were 124 housing units at an average density of 3.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.09% White, 0.45% Native American, and 0.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.45% of the population.

There were 86 households, out of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.6% were married couples living together, and 19.8% were non-families. 17.4% 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 2.56 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.6% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 26.4% from 25 to 44, 24.5% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,111, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $24,375 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,583. About 7.4% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Hope Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Hope Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 292 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.8 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 292 people, 109 households, and 82 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.4 PD/sqmi. There were 117 housing units at an average density of 3.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.97% White, 0.34% from other races, and 0.68% from two or more races.

There were 109 households, out of which 36.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.4% were married couples living together, 0.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.9% were non-families. 20.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.6% 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 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.5% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,667, and the median income for a family was $44,750. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $19,583 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,916. About 6.2% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.8% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Ivanhoe, Minnesota

Ivanhoe is a city in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 560 at the 2020 census. Since 1902 it has been the county seat of Lincoln County and is now the least populous county seat in Minnesota.

History
Ivanhoe was platted in 1901. It was named from the novel Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott. A post office has been in operation at Ivanhoe since 1901. Ivanhoe was named county seat in 1902. Richard Mulder (1938–2022), physician and Minnesota state legislator, lived in Ivanhoe.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.90 sqmi, of which 0.88 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

The Yellow Medicine River flows past Ivanhoe as an intermittent stream near its headwaters.

U.S. Highway 75 and Minnesota State Highway 19 are two of the main routes in the city.

Demographics
Rather unusually for rural southwestern Minnesota, a high percentage of Ivanhoe's residents are of Polish ancestry.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 559 people, 268 households, and 144 families residing in the city. The population density was 635.2 PD/sqmi. There were 317 housing units at an average density of 360.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.8% White and 0.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.4% of the population.

There were 268 households, of which 21.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.0% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.3% were non-families. 42.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.99 and the average family size was 2.74.

The median age in the city was 49.5 years. 18.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.4% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 28.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 44.9% male and 55.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 679 people, 310 households, and 172 families residing in the city. The population density was 745.2 PD/sqmi. There were 341 housing units at an average density of 374.3 /sqmi. The racial make up of the city was 99.71% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.29% of the population.

There were 310 households, out of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.2% were non-families. 41.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 25.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.8% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 29.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,125, and the median income for a family was $40,491. Males had a median income of $27,946 versus $21,389 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,775. About 4.6% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.0% of those under age 18 and 21.8% of those age 65 or over.

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Lake Benton Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Lake Benton Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 244 at the 2000 census.

This township took its name from Lake Benton.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.8 sqmi, of which 33.3 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi  (1.48%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 244 people, 94 households, and 73 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.3 PD/sqmi. There were 129 housing units at an average density of 3.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 94 households, out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.2% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.3% were non-families. 19.1% 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 2.60 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,625, and the median income for a family was $40,625. Males had a median income of $21,125 versus $17,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,870. About 6.4% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 15.4% of those 65 or over.


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Lake Stay Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Lake Stay Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 143 at the 2000 census.

This township took its name from Lake Stay.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, of which 35.0 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi  (1.71%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 143 people, 58 households, and 46 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.1 PD/sqmi. There were 62 housing units at an average density of 1.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 58 households, out of which 24.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.4% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.0% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.3% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 34.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,688, and the median income for a family was $41,875. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the township was $26,657. There were 5.7% of families and 8.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 19.4% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Limestone Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Limestone Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 159 at the 2000 census.

Limestone Township was named for the limestone boulders dotting its landscape.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.6 square miles (89.6 km2), of which 34.3 square miles (88.8 km2) is land and 0.3 square mile (0.9 km2)  (0.95%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 159 people, 61 households, and 50 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.6 PD/sqmi. There were 64 housing units at an average density of 1.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.48% White, 2.52% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.52% of the population.

There were 61 households, out of which 36.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.0% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.0% were non-families. 18.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 25.8% from 45 to 64, and 20.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,750, and the median income for a family was $43,750. Males had a median income of $12,083 versus $20,417 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,123. About 8.3% of families and 11.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 19.4% of those 65 or over.


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Marble Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Marble Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 195 at the 2000 census.

Marble Township was named for the boulders dotting its landscape, which despite the name, are composed of limestone, not marble.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 square miles (94.6 km2), of which 36.5 square miles (94.4 km2) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.2 km2)  (0.22%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 195 people, 72 households, and 59 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.3 PD/sqmi. There were 80 housing units at an average density of 2.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.97% White and 1.03% Native American.

There were 72 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.7% were non-families. 16.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% 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 3.03.

In the township, the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 21.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,208, and the median income for a family was $38,000. Males had a median income of $21,563 versus $15,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,089. About 9.7% of families and 9.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 31.3% of those 65 or over.


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Marshfield Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Marshfield Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 231 at the 2000 census.

The township's name is an amalgamation of Charles Marsh and Ira Field, two early settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.2 km2), of which 34.8 square miles (90.2 km2) is land and 1.2 square miles (3.0 km2)  (3.22%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 231 people, 83 households, and 63 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.6 PD/sqmi. There were 90 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 83 households, out of which 43.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.1% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.9% were non-families. 21.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.8% under the age of 18, 2.6% from 18 to 24, 32.0% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 6.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,625, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $30,179 versus $26,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,092. About 12.5% of families and 10.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Tyler, Minnesota

Tyler is a city in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population of Tyler was 1,138 at the 2020 census.

History
Tyler was platted in 1879. It was named for C. B. Tyler, a Minnesota land agent and newspaper editor. A post office has been in operation in Tyler since 1879.

Tyler's Danebod district was originally built up chiefly by Danish settlers and is now listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.01 sqmi, of which 1.97 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

U.S. Highway 14 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,143 people, 520 households, and 292 families living in the city. The population density was 580.2 PD/sqmi. There were 583 housing units at an average density of 295.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.0% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 520 households, of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.7% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.8% were non-families. 40.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 46.1 years. 21.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 24.5% were from 45 to 64; and 26.3% 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 1,218 people, 532 households, and 338 families living in the city. The population density was 632.8 PD/sqmi. There were 577 housing units at an average density of 299.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.78% White, 0.49% Native American, 0.49% Asian, 1.23% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.87% of the population.

There were 532 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.0% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.3% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.3% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 27.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,196, and the median income for a family was $37,841. Males had a median income of $30,592 versus $17,981 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,451. About 3.8% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.0% of those under age 18 and 14.0% of those age 65 or over.

Tornado
On August 21, 1918, 36 people died when a large tornado tore through Tyler. It was the fourth most deadly tornado in Minnesota history.

On July 1, 2011, a tornado went through Tyler and no deaths or injuries resulted from the tornado. A few homes were considerably damaged.

Annual events
Aebleskiver Days is a yearly town celebration, held on the fourth weekend of July. The event is named after æbleskiver, a spherical pancake-like food originating from Denmark. On Saturday evening, a parade runs down Main Street with floats that are made by various neighborhoods and organizations in the area.

The Lincoln County Fairgrounds are located in Tyler. The yearly county fair takes place in August.

The Danebod Folk School, opened in 1888, was named in honor of a Danish queen. The campus of Danebod Folk School, including Danebod Lutheran Church, has been a part of the National Historic Register since 1975 due to both the architectural and historic significance of the structures within the district.

Major highway
The following route passes through Tyler
 * [[Image:US_14.svg|20px]] U.S. Route 14

Airport
The Tyler Municipal Airport is a city-owned public-use airport located one nautical mile northwest of the city.

Notable people

 * Bertha Lee Hansen (1882-1966), Illinois state legislator
 * Richard F. Kneip (1933-1987), seventh United States Ambassador to the Republic of Singapore and 25th Governor of South Dakota.
 * Joseph Vadheim (1893-1961), Minnesota state senator, businessman, and pharmacist

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Verdi Township, Lincoln County, Minnesota

Verdi Township is a township in Lincoln County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 240 at the 2000 census.

History
The township is named both for the Italian operatic composer Giuseppe Verdi and the green fields surrounding the town.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 38.6 square miles (99.9 km$2$), all land.

The community of Verdi is located in the southern part of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 240 people, 87 households, and 70 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.2 people per square mile (2.4/km$2$). There were 94 housing units at an average density of 2.4/sq mi (0.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.75% White, 0.42% African American, 0.42% Native American, and 0.42% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.42% of the population.

There were 87 households, out of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.6% were married couples living together, and 19.5% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.7% 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 3.07.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 29.6% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,786, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $24,167 versus $15,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,068. About 12.1% of families and 14.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 23.5% of those 65 or over.


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Amiret Township, Lyon County, Minnesota

Amiret Township is a township in Lyon County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 230 at the 2000 census.

History
Historically the Native American tribe that inhabited the area were the Dakota people, specifically the Wahpekute Dakota. The Wahpekute Dakota resided primarily along the Minnesota River Valley and its tributaries, including areas within Lyon County.

The first white settlers arrived in Amiret Township in 1868, with Charles and Lafayette Grover staking their claims. James Mitchell followed suit in 1869, establishing a presence in the area. The township was officially organized on March 19, 1874, initially named "Madison Township." The name, however, proved short-lived. In 1879, it was renamed "Amiret Township" in honor of Amiretta Sykes, the wife of a prominent railroad official, M.L. Sykes.

The construction of the Chicago and Northwestern Railway (later known as the Chicago and North Western Transportation Company) through the county in 1872 played a pivotal role in Amiret Township's development. A village sprang up around the railroad station, initially called "Saratoga" (located about three miles southwest of present-day Amiret). The post office, established in 1873, was first named "Coburg" after William Coburn, a pioneer merchant and the first postmaster. The village and township continued to grow throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily centered around agriculture.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.3 sqmi, all land.

Lyon County itself falls within the Dissected Till Plains ecoregion. This region is characterized by rolling hills that were formed by glaciers during the last ice age. Melting glaciers left behind numerous lakes and wetlands dotting the landscape. The Minnesota River and its tributaries carve through the region, shaping the terrain and providing water sources.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 230 people, 85 households, and 71 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.3 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 85 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 83.5% were married couples living together, and 15.3% were non-families. 11.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% 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 2.96.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 30.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $49,375, and the median income for a family was $55,250. Males had a median income of $29,583 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,683. About 9.5% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.4% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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Balaton, Minnesota

Balaton is a city in Lyon County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 643 at the 2010 census.

History
Balaton was platted in 1879 by the railroad. It was named after Lake Balaton, in Hungary. A post office has been in operation at Balaton since 1879. Balaton was incorporated in 1892.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.58 sqmi, of which 1.45 sqmi is land and 0.13 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 643 people, 273 households, and 168 families living in the city. The population density was 443.4 PD/sqmi. There were 307 housing units at an average density of 211.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.5% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

There were 273 households, of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.5% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% 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 2.92.

The median age in the city was 37.9 years. 26.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.5% were from 25 to 44; 23% were from 45 to 64; and 19.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.7% male and 52.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 637 people, 276 households, and 186 families living in the city. The population density was 468.9 PD/sqmi. There were 296 housing units at an average density of 217.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.22% White, 0.16% Native American, 0.16% from other races, and 0.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.78% of the population.

There were 276 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.6% were non-families. 30.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.8% 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 2.80.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $36,442, and the median income for a family was $40,625. Males had a median income of $30,156 versus $21,528 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,167. About 3.2% of families and 6.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.4% of those under age 18 and 6.9% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Harold A. "Barney" Goltz, Washington State Representative and Senator, 1973 - 1987

title: Balaton, Minnesota


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Clifton Township, Lyon County, Minnesota

Clifton Township is a township in Lyon County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 288 at the 2000 census. The unincorporated community of Dudley is located within the township.

Clifton Township was organized in 1876.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 36.1 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi  (0.19%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 288 people, 94 households, and 78 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.0 PD/sqmi. There were 101 housing units at an average density of 2.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 94.44% White, 1.04% African American, 1.04% Native American and 3.47% Asian.

There were 94 households, out of which 45.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.4% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.0% were non-families. 10.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.06 and the average family size was 3.34.

In the township the population was spread out, with 35.4% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $48,750, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $35,750 versus $25,179 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,237. About 5.0% of families and 6.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 16.7% of those 65 or over.


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Coon Creek Township, Lyon County, Minnesota

Coon Creek Township is a township in Lyon County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 282 at the 2000 census.

Coon Creek Township was organized in 1883, and named for Coon Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.4 sqmi, of which 35.9 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi  (1.43%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 282 people, 98 households, and 79 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.9/mi2 (3.0/km2). There were 101 housing units at an average density of 2.8/mi2 (1.1/km2). The racial makeup of the township was 97.16% White, 0.35% African American, and 2.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.35% of the population.

There were 98 households, out of which 40.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.4% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.4% were non-families. 18.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.1% 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 3.25.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.2% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 24.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,083, and the median income for a family was $45,568. Males had a median income of $23,438 versus $21,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,150. About 5.9% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.1% of those 65 or over.


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Cottonwood, Minnesota

Cottonwood is a city in Lyon County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,149 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 1.04 sqmi, all land. It is on the eastern shore of Cottonwood Lake.

Minnesota State Highway 23 serves as a main route in the city.

2020 census
As of the 2020 census and the 2022 American Community Survey, there were 1,149 people and 492 households in the city. The population density was 1153.5 PD/sqmi. There were 543 housing units at an average density of 522.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 1.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 2.1% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.4% of the population.

There were 492 households, of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 28.7% had a female householder with no spouse present, and 13.2% had a male householder with no spouse present. 22.0% of all households 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 2.98.

The median age in the city was 38.1 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.8% were from 25 to 44; 28.7% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.0% male and 49.0% female.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,212 people, 504 households, and 331 families living in the city. The population density was 1104.8 PD/sqmi. There were 545 housing units at an average density of 524.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 0.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 2.5% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.

There were 504 households, of which 31.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.3% were non-families. 29.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 38.8 years. 25.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.7% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 15% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 1,148 people, 452 households, and 319 families living in the city. The population density was 1,339.0 PD/sqmi. There were 481 housing units at an average density of 561.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.34% White, 0.09% African American, 0.26% Native American, 0.44% Asian, 2.53% from other races, and 0.35% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.26% of the population.

There were 452 households, out of which 38.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.2% were married couples living together, 7.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.4% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 28.9% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35. For every 100 females, there were 107.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,792, and the median income for a family was $49,375. Males had a median income of $31,298 versus $20,795 for females. The city's per capita income was $19,847. About 2.8% of families and 4.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.6% of those under age 18 and 6.9% of those age 65 or over.

Cottonwood bus crash
On February 19, 2008, a minivan ran through a stop sign in Cottonwood and struck a bus carrying students from Lakeview Public Schools, causing the bus to fall onto a pickup truck, killing four students and injuring 17 others. It was the deadliest school-bus related crash to occur in the state since 1997. The driver, Olga Franco del Cid, was later convicted of a total of 24 charges related to the crash and sentenced to 12 years in prison. The crash also fueled the immigration debate in the US, due to Franco del Cid's illegal immigration status.

title: Cottonwood, Minnesota