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Trout Lake Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Trout Lake Township is located in north central Minnesota in Itasca County, United States. It is bordered by the City of Coleraine to the west and north, City of Bovey on the north, an unorganized township on the east, and Blackberry Township to the south. Town government was adopted on March 6, 1894. The population was 1,056 at the 2020 census.

Geography
In 1870, Trout Lake Township, or 55 N Range 24 W of the 4th PM (principal meridian), was surveyed as part of the Public Land Survey System. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.7 square miles (89.8 km$2$), of which 30.5 square miles (79.1 km$2$) is land and 4.1 square miles (10.7 km$2$), or 11.91%, is water. The Swan River and several lakes are within the township of which Trout Lake is the largest at 1862.08 acres with a maximum depth of 135 feet. The land sits in the Laurentian Mixed Forest Province, defined by a mixture of deciduous and coniferous forests. It is on top of the western portion of the Mesabi Iron Range.

Timber
Logging in Trout Lake Township corresponds with the exhibits and re-enactments at the Minnesota Forest History Center, a site just 10 miles distant. The 1890s to 1910 was the "golden era" of lumbering in Minnesota. According to local interviews archived at the Iron Range Research Center, there were logging camps in the township. Settlers worked to provide railroad ties.

Today, private landowners are encouraged to manage the forest through organizations such as the Minnesota Forestry Association, and to enroll in Woodland Stewardship Plans. Itasca County, certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, manages tax forfeited public properties in Trout Lake Township for timber; cover type aspen-birch.

Iron ore
Iron ore was processed into taconite at the Trout Lake Washing and Concentrator Plant, 1907-1970. The plant, and the adjacent Trout Lake, provided it with a convenient location to deposit its tailings, which were pumped into the lake for nearly three decades.

The Oliver Iron Mining Company's concentrator plant, its power station on the lake, and the workers' Bugaloosa location, are now gone. The history continues to qualify Trout Lake Township for Taconite Assistance and Tax Relief, and for benefits from the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board.

Water
The natural water system is in the Prairie-Willow Subbasin, of the Mississippi Headwaters Basin, within the Upper Mississippi Region. It is in Supervisor District 4 of the Itasca County Soil and Water Conservation District. Besides several creeks and Swan River, there are seven protected lakes. Each has a distinguishing number in the state’s identification system. The lakes are: Bass, Clearwater, and Round lakes are classified by Itasca County as "phosphorus sensitive lakes". Blackberry and Mud lakes are on the state's inventory for wild rice. Trout lake has not had trout species since the 1940s. It is classified as a Cisco Refuge Lake because it has deep, cold water.
 * #310206 Mud at 69.67 acres with a maximum depth of 5 feet
 * #310207 Bass at 100 acres with 16 feet maximum
 * #310208 Sampson at 17.24 acres (depth unknown)
 * #310209 Round at 100.61 acres with 16 feet maximum
 * #310210 Blackberry at 254 acres with 20 feet maximum
 * #310214 Clearwater at 131.59 acres with 16 feet maximum
 * #310216 Trout at 1862.08 with 135 feet maximum

The state maintains a boat landing on the southeast end of Trout Lake. It adjoins a campground that was previously a public park. Historically, the park was for company picnics of the Oliver Mining Company. It transferred to Greenway Lions Club and developed into Kom-On-In Beach and Recreation Area with the aid of Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board. After approximately half a century, the property was sold and is now Trout Lake RV Park and Campground.

Wildlife
Fishing, hunting and trapping are regulated by federal and state laws, managed by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR), and enforced by MN DNR conservation officers and Itasca County Sheriff's Department.

Alder Pond Ruffed Grouse Management Area and recreation trail system are on 190 acres located between town sections 29 and 32. It is managed by Itasca County, with Grand Rapids Ruffed Grouse Society and MN DNR as partners. The public trails are used for hiking, horseback riding, and hunting, plus 6.03 miles are groomed by Northern Lights Nordic Ski Club for cross-country skiing.

Trout Lake Eagle Wildlife Management Area preserves three eagle nests and several potential white pine nesting trees. The area is one of the longest known bald eagle nesting sites in Minnesota. Two parcels of undeveloped land (located on opposite sides of Trout Lake) were purchased by a joint effort of MN DNR Nongame Wildlife Program, Reinvest In Minnesota (RIM) and the Nature Conservancy.

Demographics
The Minnesota State Demographic Center estimated the 2019 population of Trout Lake Township at 1093 people in 455 households. The 2020 US Census found the population at 1056 in 491 households. 5.4% were below the poverty level in 2020 compared to 11.5% the year before the US 2010 census. The residents of Trout Lake Township are 98.6% white. When the United States 2010 census was taken, none had been born outside of the country, and 80% had been born in Minnesota. 20.6% of the people within the marrying age (ages 15 and over) had never been married. 25.2% of residents ages 25 and over had some college or an associate's degree.

Town government
The settlers in the geographic township of Trout Lake, on March 6, 1894, organized themselves into a political township. The township became a public corporation, according to Minn. Stat. § 365.02, with governing authority granted by the state legislature. The first supervisors were N. Washburn, C.S. Brock, and August Keihta; clerk F.H. Webster; and treasurer, Robert Smith. Their first priority was building roads.

With town government, residents decide at the annual town meeting, held on the second Tuesday of March, what the town levy will be, and to approve actions to be taken by the town board. The residents may also call special town meetings to address concerns. The Trout Lake town board meets at least monthly to oversee over 20 miles of township roads, two cemeteries, and a community center on ten acres with a playground, pavilion, and ball field. The town supervisors also represent the community on county committees, and joint powers associations. Trout Lake is also a voting precinct and administers a polling place at the Trout Lake Community Center.

Basic rural services
9-1-1 emergency calls are directed to the appropriate agency for help. Trout Lake Township is patrolled by Itasca County Sheriff's Department. The town contracts with both Trout Lake Fire Department and Grand Rapids Fire Department. The majority of rural mail delivery is provided by the US Post Office in Bovey, and a southern portion, by the US Post Office in Grand Rapids; hence mailing addresses are zip codes 55709 or 55744 respectively. The community is connected by a network of county and township roads. The main thoroughfares are Trout Lake Road (#21), County Road 10, and County Road 71.

The rural community of Trout Lake supports the economic and social infrastructure of its surrounding cities. There are not any active schoolhouses, churches, stores, or industries in the township. The township is within these service areas for amenities:
 * Electricity from Lake Country Power, a Touchstone Energy Cooperative that purchases electricity from Great River Energy.
 * Broadband from Paul Bunyan Communications, a telecommunication cooperative, that offers optic fiber internet connection to every house.
 * Public transportation from Arrowhead Transit.
 * Public education from Greenway School System #316, Grand Rapids School System #318, Itasca Area Community Education, and the Arrowhead Public Library System.
 * Public healthcare, home-care, and social services are administered by Itasca County Public Health, Elder Circle, and Kootasca Community Action.


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Wabana Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Wabana Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 537 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.2 km$2$), of which 29.1 square miles (75.4 km$2$) is land and 6.9 square miles (17.8 km$2$), or 19.14%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 487 people, 186 households, and 149 families living in the township. The population density was 16.7 people per square mile (6.5/km$2$). There were 331 housing units at an average density of 11.4/sq mi (4.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.77% White, and 1.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.21% of the population.

There were 186 households, out of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.1% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.4% were non-families. 16.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 29.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,563, and the median income for a family was $57,344. Males had a median income of $39,583 versus $26,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $27,789. About 2.0% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

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Warba, Minnesota

Warba is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 168 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 2 serves as a main route in the community.

History
A post office called Warba has been in operation since 1910. Warba is a name derived from the Ojibwe language meaning "soon".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.27 sqmi, of which 3.21 sqmi is land and 0.06 sqmi is water.

Warba is along the Swan River. It is 14 miles east-southeast of Grand Rapids.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 181 people, 77 households, and 47 families living in the city. The population density was 56.4 PD/sqmi. There were 90 housing units at an average density of 28.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White and 2.8% Native American.

There were 77 households, of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.0% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 37.8 years. 23.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 34.7% were from 45 to 64; and 11% 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 183 people, 79 households, and 57 families living in the city. The population density was 57.3 PD/sqmi. There were 86 housing units at an average density of 26.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.36% White, and 1.64% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.64% of the population.

There were 79 households, out of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.6% were non-families. 22.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.69.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.5% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 31.7% from 25 to 44, 19.1% from 45 to 64, and 16.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,500, and the median income for a family was $31,250. Males had a median income of $21,429 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,772. About 14.3% of families and 19.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.2% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

title: Warba, Minnesota


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Wawina Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Wawina Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 77 at the 2010 census.

This township took its name from Wawina, Minnesota.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 square miles (94.7 km$2$), of which 36.5 square miles (94.6 km$2$) is land and 0.03% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 110 people, 40 households, and 26 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.0 people per square mile (1.2/km$2$). There were 76 housing units at an average density of 2.1/sq mi (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.09% White, and 0.91% from two or more races.

There were 40 households, out of which 37.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.0% were non-families. 35.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.5% 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 3.62.

In the township the population was spread out, with 35.5% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 23.6% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 139.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $19,167, and the median income for a family was $24,583. Males had a median income of $45,625 versus $15,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $10,860. There were 9.5% of families and 7.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 7.1% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Culture
Wawina has the distinction of having America's smallest telephone company. Northern Telephone Company of Minnesota (Area Code 218-488) serves fewer than 40 subscribers.

It gained brief fame as the last place in the continental United States to use a trunking system (inter-office circuits) that was called "N2 Carrier", an analog system that utilized Multi-Frequency (MF) tones and the notorious 2600 Hz control tone for answer supervision and idle trunk condition. This system was much loved by phone phreaks as it was the same system which the now infamous John Draper made famous. The era ended in June 2006, when the privately owned exchange switched to a digital trunk. Phone hacking attempts from across the nation had placed a large burden on the extremely small telephone company serving the township.


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Wildwood Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Wildwood Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 193 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.4 square miles (86.5 km$2$), of which 30.2 square miles (78.3 km$2$) is land and 3.2 square miles (8.2 km$2$), or 9.46%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 193 people, 83 households, and 53 families living in the township. The population density was 6.4 people per square mile (2.5/km$2$). There were 137 housing units at an average density of 4.5/sq mi (1.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.45% White, 0.52% Native American, 0.52% Asian, and 0.52% from two or more races. Of the 83 households 25.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.4% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.1% were non-families. 28.9% of households were one person and 12.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.92.

The age distribution was 22.3% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 33.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% 65 or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.8 males.

The median household income was $38,500 and the median family income was $60,313. Males had a median income of $35,625 versus $37,083 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,379. About 3.5% of families and 9.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.


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Wirt Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Wirt Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 106 at the 2010 census.

Wirt Township was named for William Wirt, ninth United States Attorney General.

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 34.1 square miles (88.3 km$2$) is land and 2.1 square miles (5.4 km$2$), or 5.72%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 94 people, 36 households, and 24 families living in the township. The population density was 2.8 people per square mile (1.1/km$2$). There were 94 housing units at an average density of 2.8/sq mi (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 90.43% White, 5.32% Native American, 1.06% Asian, 2.13% from other races, and 1.06% from two or more races.

There were 36 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.9% were married couples living together, and 30.6% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% 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 3.16.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 21.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,500, and the median income for a family was $33,125. Males had a median income of $28,000 versus $41,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,794. There were 7.1% of families and 5.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 12.1% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: Wirt Township, Itasca County, Minnesota


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Zemple, Minnesota

Zemple is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 78 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.80 sqmi, all land.

U.S. Highway 2 and Minnesota State Highway 6 are in proximity to Zemple. The city of Deer River is adjacent to Zemple.

History
Zemple was officially organized in 1911, with the first village council meeting held in June.

Early Zemple was a place where the former Minneapolis and Rainy River Railway had a roundhouse with 12 engines. Zemple had a store, a school (which closed in 1928), and a church.

The town was named for R. T. Zempel, who owned most of the land and was elected the first village president. The Zempels had a farm on the south end of the village. Other early residents included Martindales, Mayos, Simons, Nordahls, Dahls, Spragues, Johtonens, Nellis, Robertson, Blum, Reed, Folsom, Newkirks, Wrights and Berghs.

Lumber was the main industry in Zemple. There was a big sawmill on White Oak Point (a part of the Mississippi River), where logs where floated down to the sawmill. There was a planing mill, a veneer mill and a box mill, all of which burned down in later years. Excerpted from the Deer River Centennial History

The sawmill, referenced above. evolved under several different company names—Pillsbury-Watkins Company-1903, Joyce-Pillsbury Co.-1904, Deer River Lumber Co.-1906, eventually becoming Itasca Lumber Co. to its close in late 1921. ---from the book, Timber Connections—The Joyce Lumber Story—Bluewaters Press

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 93 people, 29 households, and 22 families living in the city. The population density was 116.3 PD/sqmi. There were 30 housing units at an average density of 37.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.5% White, 5.4% Native American, and 1.1% from two or more races.

There were 29 households, of which 48.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 13.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.1% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.21 and the average family size was 3.59.

The median age in the city was 34.8 years. 36.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.9% were from 25 to 44; 19.4% were from 45 to 64; and 15.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.8% male and 46.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 75 people, 27 households, and 18 families living in the city. The population density was 112.2 PD/sqmi. There were 29 housing units at an average density of 43.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.33% White and 18.67% Native American.

There were 27 households, out of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.0% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% 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 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 36.0% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 17.3% from 25 to 44, 29.3% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 141.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,750, and the median income for a family was $28,125. Males had a median income of $23,542 versus $11,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,615. There were 15.4% of families and 19.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including 27.8% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Alba Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Alba Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 200 at the 2000 census.

Alba Township was organized in 1872, and named for the Latin word meaning "white".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 sqmi, of which 35.3 sqmi is land and 0.03% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 200 people, 77 households, and 58 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.7 people per square mile (2.2/km$2$). There were 85 housing units at an average density of 2.4/sq mi (0.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.50% White, and 2.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.00% of the population.

There were 77 households, out of which 31.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.8% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.4% were non-families. 23.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.0% 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 3.05.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 4.0% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 27.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $25,179, and the median income for a family was $26,250. Males had a median income of $23,750 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,699. About 9.1% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.4% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those sixty five or over.

Politics
Alba Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Alba Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Alpha, Minnesota

Alpha is a city in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 97 at the 2020 census.

History
Alpha was platted in 1895. A post office has been in operation at Alpha since 1895. The city was incorporated on July 3, 1899.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.214 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 116 people, 47 households, and 38 families residing in the city. The population density was 682.4 PD/sqmi. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 341.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.0% White, 2.6% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 47 households, of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.6% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 12.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 19.1% were non-families. 19.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.8% 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 2.68.

The median age in the city was 43 years. 19.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.2% were from 25 to 44; 27.6% were from 45 to 64; and 20.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.3% male and 45.7% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 126 people, 52 households, and 34 families residing in the city. The population density was 711.5 PD/sqmi. There were 61 housing units at an average density of 344.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.41% White and 1.59% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.79% of the population.

There were 52 households, out of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.6% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 26.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.6% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,750, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $26,563 versus $17,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,769. There were no families and 2.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 4.8% of those over 64.

Politics
Alpha is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Republican Jim Hagedorn. At the state level, Alpha is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton. Tim Cain is the mayor of Alpha.

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Belmont Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Belmont Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 223 at the 2000 census.

Belmont Township was organized in 1867, and named for an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 36.0 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (0.66%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 223 people, 90 households, and 66 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.2 PD/sqmi. There were 98 housing units at an average density of 2.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.45% of the population.

There were 90 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.9% were married couples living together, 2.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.6% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.5% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 20.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 134.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,813, and the median income for a family was $51,071. Males had a median income of $31,000 versus $11,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,215. About 4.4% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.2% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Belmont Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Belmont Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Christiania Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Christiania Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 331 at the 2000 census.

Christiania Township was organized in 1871. Christiana is an old name for Oslo, Norway.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 35.5 sqmi is land and 0.8 sqmi (2.18%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 331 people, 128 households, and 98 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.3 PD/sqmi. There were 190 housing units at an average density of 5.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.58% White, 1.51% from other races, and 0.91% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.51% of the population.

There were 128 households, out of which 29.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.3% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.7% were non-families. 22.7% 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 2.59 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.6% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 31.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,172, and the median income for a family was $48,125. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $18,906 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,565. About 1.9% of families and 1.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 3.9% of those age 65 or over.

Politics
Christiania Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Christiania Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Delafield Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Delafield Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 281 at the 2000 census.

History
Delafield Township was organized in 1870.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.1 sqmi, of which 34.7 sqmi is land and 0.4 sqmi (1.14%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 281 people, 110 households, and 91 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.1 PD/sqmi. There were 119 housing units at an average density of 3.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 110 households, out of which 30.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.3% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.4% were non-families. 14.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 27.8% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,750, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $26,719 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,258. About 10.3% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 3.7% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Delafield Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Blue Earth, Minnesota native Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Delafield Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber (politician), and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Des Moines Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Des Moines Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 273 at the 2000 census.

Des Moines Township was organized in 1866, taking its name from the Des Moines River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.4 sqmi, of which 31.7 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi (2.01%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 273 people, 115 households, and 84 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.6 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 3.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.37% of the population.

There were 115 households, out of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.2% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.1% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.9% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,167, and the median income for a family was $47,750. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $19,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,496. About 2.3% of families and 1.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.4% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
Des Moines Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Des Moines Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Enterprise Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Enterprise Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 204 at the 2000 census.

Enterprise Township was organized in 1871.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 36.0 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (0.14%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 204 people, 84 households, and 64 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.7 PD/sqmi. There were 94 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 84 households, out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.1% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.8% were non-families. 21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 23.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,917, and the median income for a family was $45,750. Males had a median income of $30,938 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,946. None of the families and 2.1% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 4.0% of those over 64.

Politics
Enterprise Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Enterprise Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Ewington Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Ewington Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 233 at the 2000 census.

History
Ewington Township was organized in 1873, and named for Thomas C. Ewing, a pioneer settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 233 people, 97 households, and 77 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.5 PD/sqmi. There were 105 housing units at an average density of 2.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.57% White and 0.43% Asian.

There were 97 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.2% were married couples living together, and 20.6% were non-families. 18.6% 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 2.40 and the average family size was 2.68.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.6% under the age of 18, 4.3% from 18 to 24, 30.0% from 25 to 44, 30.9% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,458, and the median income for a family was $48,750. Males had a median income of $29,375 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,371. About 2.6% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 15.2% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Ewington Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Ewington Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Heron Lake, Minnesota

Heron Lake is a city in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 698 at the 2010 census.

History
Heron Lake was named in 1870 after a local lake where great blue herons were seen.

Heron Lake was named after the Black-Crowned Night Heron.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.28 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 60 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 698 people, 306 households, and 164 families residing in the city. The population density was 545.3 PD/sqmi. There were 343 housing units at an average density of 268.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.1% White, 1.9% African American, 1.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 4.2% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12.0% of the population.

There were 306 households, of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.8% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.4% were non-families. 39.5% 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 2.28 and the average family size was 3.12.

The median age in the city was 41.5 years. 23.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.9% were from 25 to 44; 26% were from 45 to 64; and 18.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 768 people, 285 households, and 174 families residing in the city. The population density was 723.4 PD/sqmi. There were 322 housing units at an average density of 303.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.58% White, 0.52% Asian, 6.38% from other races, and 0.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.55% of the population.

There were 285 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.9% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.9% were non-families. 34.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% 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 3.30.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 15.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,222, and the median income for a family was $40,625. Males had a median income of $28,958 versus $19,219 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,657.

Notable people
Harvey Edwin Swennes (1899-1964), newspaper editor, publisher, and Minnesota state legislator, was born in Heron Lake.

Garland Buckeye (1897-1975), hailed from the small town of Heron Lake. Mr. Buckeye played both baseball and football professionally between 1918 and 1928.

Politics
Heron Lake is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Republican Jim Hagedorn. At the state level, Heron Lake is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber (politician), and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

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Heron Lake Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Heron Lake Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 401 at the 2000 census.

Heron Lake Township was organized in 1870, and named for Heron Lake.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 43.9 sqmi, of which 38.8 sqmi is land and 5.1 sqmi (11.71%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 401 people, 146 households, and 110 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.3 PD/sqmi. There were 152 housing units at an average density of 3.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.50% White, 0.25% Asian, 0.25% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.25% of the population.

There were 146 households, out of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.9% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.0% were non-families. 21.2% 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 2.75 and the average family size was 3.22.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.7% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,714, and the median income for a family was $43,194. Males had a median income of $22,188 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,380. About 6.3% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Politics
Heron Lake Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Heron Lake Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Hunter Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Hunter Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 258 at the 2000 census.

Hunter Township was organized in 1872, and named for James Wilson Hunter, a county official.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 35.7 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (0.17%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 258 people, 99 households, and 77 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.2 PD/sqmi. There were 113 housing units at an average density of 3.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.78% of the population.

There were 99 households, out of which 30.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.7% were married couples living together, 4.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.2% were non-families. 20.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% 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 3.00.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 23.6% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,786, and the median income for a family was $46,667. Males had a median income of $33,333 versus $26,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,729. About 3.9% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
Hunter Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Hunter Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Jackson, Minnesota

Jackson is a city in and the county seat of Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 3,323 at the 2020 census.

History
For centuries, many indigenous peoples called this area home, including the Cheyenne, Ioway, and Dakota tribes. In 1851, the Treaty of Traverse des Sioux opened the region to white settlement in exchange for payments from the government.

Jackson was originally called Springfield, and under the latter name was laid out in 1856. The first settlers in what is now Jackson County - William, George, and Charles Wood - established a trading post near the Des Moines River, around the same time. A post office called Jackson has been in operation since 1858.

On March 26, 1857 the Wahpekute Dakota Chief Inkpaduta and his band attacked the settlement heading north after the Spirit Lake Massacre. There were 11 able bodied men in Springfield and three men, three children and one woman died as a result. Lost to the raiders were 12 horses, dry goods, lead and powder. The sole survivor of the Spirit Lake attack was 14 year old Abbie Gardner and was present. Terrified of a possible second attack, the beleaguered survivors abandoned the area.

Two months later, the Minnesota State Legislature organized the area into a county, naming it after Saint Paul merchant Henry Jackson. The temporary county seat was located at the townsite of Springfield, now renamed Jackson. The area was still depopulated, however, and resettlement was slow due to continued hostility. In August 1862, the Dakota, angry at late payments from the government, skirmished with settlers; one such skirmish compelled some Dakota leaders to attack government buildings in the Minnesota River, starting the US-Dakota War. By August 24, the effects of the war had reached Jackson County. Warriors raided a community of Norwegian immigrants in Belmont Township north of Jackson, killing thirteen and wounding three. As in 1857, the remaining settlers fled, leaving Jackson County depopulated once more.

After the Civil War, resettlement in Jackson County began again. A stockade was built on the east side of the river, encouraging further immigration. These immigrants primarily came from Northern and Central Europe. They built their homes from native timber and prairie sod. Life remained difficult; there were no wagon roads, no bridges, no churches, and only one school that served the community. The threat of attack remained, and the region was susceptible to numerous disasters including prairie fire, severe blizzards, crop failures, and plagues of grasshoppers. Despite such hardship, these hardy, courageous pioneers survived and helped establish the prosperous agricultural and industrial community that Jackson is today.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.60 sqmi, of which 4.58 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

The city lies along Interstate 90, which runs east to west the entire width of southern Minnesota. Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 71 are two of the main routes in the city. Jackson is located near the center of the county of the same name. To the south is the Iowa Lakes region, which comprises Spirit Lake, West Okoboji Lake and several other small lakes.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,299 people, 1,489 households, and 856 families living in the city. The population density was 720.3 PD/sqmi. There were 1,635 housing units at an average density of 357.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.3% White, 0.5% African American, 0.4% Native American, 3.4% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 1,509 households, of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.6% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.5% were non-families. 37.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 40.8 years. 22.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 26.4% were from 45 to 64; and 19.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,501 people, 1,487 households, and 887 families living in the city. The population density was 921.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,659 housing units at an average density of 436.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.03% White, 0.26% African American, 0.17% Native American, 4.03% Asian, 0.77% from other races, and 0.74% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.51% of the population.

There were 1,487 households, out of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.3% were non-families. 36.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 22.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,452, and the median income for a family was $42,553. Males had a median income of $30,503 versus $21,676 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,444. About 4.6% of families and 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.4% of those under age 18 and 9.4% of those age 65 or over.

Historic sites

 * Ashley Park – Olson-Slaabakken cabin, Jackson County's oldest structure.
 * Fort Belmont – 1873 farmhouse, blacksmith shop, log cabin and stockade, 1902 Delafield Lutheran Church.
 * Jackson County Fair Village – 20 historical buildings and is located at the Jackson County Fairgrounds
 * Jackson County Historical Society and Museum – west of Jackson at Lakefield, Minnesota, provides a look back at the County's history.
 * Jackson County Courthouse – Constructed in 1908 with murals adorning the Court Room and Rotunda, listed on the National Register of Historic Places

Economy
Though largely a farming community, Jackson has a large industrial park with such businesses as: AGCO, Last-Deck, USF Holland, New Fashion Pork, HitchDoc, and Pioneer. AGCO and Challenger tractors are manufactured in Jackson.

Government
Jackson is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Republican Brad Finstad. At the state level, Jackson is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Brian Pfarr.

Transportation
The city-owned Jackson Municipal Airport is located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) north of Jackson's central business district.

Notable people

 * David Ellefson – former Megadeth bassist.
 * Bjarne Elgar Grottunn – Minnesota State Senator who was raised in Jackson.
 * Milton C. Portmann - Professional football player, decorated WWI US Army Officer.
 * Stephen Censky - He served as the United States Deputy Secretary of Agriculture from 2017 through 2020
 * Gary Amdahl - American author and has published six books, and produced nine plays
 * Jeffrey Bullock - Bullock graduated from Jackson High School in Jackson, Minnesota. He is current president of the University of Dubuque, a Presbyterian college in Dubuque, Iowa.
 * Walter Halloran - Assisted in exorcism of Roland Doe. The case inspired William Peter Blatty to write his novel The Exorcist.
 * Willis H. Flygare - Flygare is credited with "outstanding contributions to the understanding of molecular electronic structure" as a professor of chemistry at the University of Illinois.

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Kimball Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Kimball Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 158 at the 2000 census.

Kimball Township was organized in 1872, and named for Wilbur S. Kimball, a storekeeper.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 35.9 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (0.11%) is water.

Demographics
As of the 2000 census, the township included 158 people, 59 households and 49 families. The population density was 4.4 PD/sqmi. There were 64 housing units at an average density of 1.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 94.30% White, 5.70% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.06% of the population.

There were 59 households, out of which 40.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.7% were married couples living together, 1.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 15.3% were non-families. 13.6% 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 2.68 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.7% under the age of 18, 2.5% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 125.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $46,875. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $14,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,358. About 4.7% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 13.3% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Kimball Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Jim Hagedorn, a Republican. At the state level, Kimball Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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La Crosse Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

La Crosse Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 180 at the 2000 census.

La Crosse Township was organized in 1872, and named after La Crosse, Wisconsin, the native home of a large share of the early settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.9 sqmi, of which 34.9 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (0.20%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 180 people, 62 households, and 55 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.2 PD/sqmi. There were 68 housing units at an average density of 2.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.44% White and 0.56% African American.

There were 62 households, out of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 82.3% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 9.7% were non-families. 6.5% 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 2.90 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 17.8% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,000, and the median income for a family was $39,375. Males had a median income of $26,458 versus $29,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,851. About 8.1% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.7% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
La Crosse Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, La Crosse Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Lakefield, Minnesota

Lakefield is a city in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,694 at the 2010 census.

History
Lakefield was laid out in 1879, when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named for its location near Heron Lake. A post office has been in operation at Lakefield since 1880. The city was incorporated in 1887.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.28 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 86 is the main route through the city. Exit 64 of Interstate 90 is about two miles south.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,694 people, 762 households, and 462 families living in the city. The population density was 1323.4 PD/sqmi. There were 838 housing units at an average density of 654.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White, 0.8% African American, 0.1% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 0.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 762 households, of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.5% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.4% were non-families. 35.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the city was 41.4 years. 22.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 24.3% were from 45 to 64; and 22.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.4% male and 53.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,721 people, 731 households, and 453 families living in the city. The population density was 1,611.0 PD/sqmi. There were 784 housing units at an average density of 733.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.07% White, 0.23% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.41% from other races, and 0.12% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.93% of the population.

There were 731 households, out of which 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.4% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. 34.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.0% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 25.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $37,898. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $19,932 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,003.

Politics
Lakefield is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Republican Jim Hagedorn. At the state level, Lakefield is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber (politician), and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

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Middletown Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Middletown Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 243 at the 2000 census.

Middletown Township was organized in 1869, and named for its location between two other townships.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.8 km2), of which 35.8 square miles (92.6 km2) is land and 0.5 square mile (1.2 km2) (1.27%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 243 people, 103 households, and 79 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.8 PD/sqmi. There were 114 housing units at an average density of 3.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.41% of the population.

There were 103 households, out of which 29.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.0% were married couples living together, 3.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.3% were non-families. 23.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.73.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.6% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 30.9% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 135.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 144.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,219, and the median income for a family was $45,000. Males had a median income of $35,417 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,394. About 9.7% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 18.2% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Middletown Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Middletown Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Minneota Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Minneota Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 285 at the 2000 census.

Minneota Township was organized in 1866, and derives its name from the Dakota language word meaning "much water".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.8 km$2$), of which 33.6 square miles (87.0 km$2$) is land and 2.6 square miles (6.8 km$2$) (7.29%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 285 people, 115 households, and 84 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.5 people per square mile (3.3/km$2$). There were 142 housing units at an average density of 4.2/sq mi (1.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.65% White and 0.35% Asian.

There were 115 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.3% were married couples living together, 1.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.1% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.9% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 29.8% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,969, and the median income for a family was $44,531. Males had a median income of $29,792 versus $19,063 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,071. About 8.0% of families and 9.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 6.7% of those 65 or over.


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Okabena, Minnesota

Okabena is a town in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 203 at the 2020 census. The community's name is a Dakota term meaning "the nesting place of herons."

History
Okabena was founded in 1879 after the railroad had been extended to that point. A post office has been in operation at Okabena since 1880.

Bank robbery
On May 19, 1933, the Okabena Bank was robbed by Bonnie and Clyde. After leaving the bank, the outlaws' car sped through Okabena, spraying the town with machine-gun fire. Schoolchildren ducked behind trees and bullets sliced through walls and shattered windows. They escaped on a country road with approximately $2500 (approximately $44,000 in 2013 dollars). Three other people (Tony, Floyd and Mildred Strain) were sent to prison for the crime, and it was not recognized for many years that the real robbers were the infamous Bonnie and Clyde Gang.

Investigation and trial
In 1933 alone, 32 banks were robbed in Minnesota. The FBI did not investigate bank robberies until 1934, so the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and the Jackson County Sheriff were responsible for solving the crime. Agent William Conly of the Minnesota BCA was provided with eyewitness descriptions matching the appearances of Tony and Floyd Strain. The description of the incident also described a woman involved as the get away driver, who was presumed to be Mildred Strain and later matched by eyewitnesses. They were local criminals who were suspected in a number of other local bank heists. After two quick trials, they were convicted by Jackson County juries, and Tony and Floyd were sentenced to 10–80 years and Mildred was sentenced to 5–40 years, as she was only the getaway driver, a less serious offence.

The trio were also suspected of robbing banks in the Minnesota towns of Chandler, Ihlen, Madison, Russell and Westbrook and the South Dakota towns of Canova, Vermillion, Kaylor and Huron. However, events in later years made clear that the trio could not have been responsible for those other bank robberies. Mildred insisted she was framed for the Okabena robbery until the day she was released from Shakopee Women’s Prison in 1942. Moreover, two officers of the Sioux City, Iowa police department later claimed they were watching her at her residence on the day of the robbery. Tony and Floyd also maintained their innocence until they were released from Stillwater Penitentiary in 1946.

Later evidence
Years after Bonnie and Clyde had died, a book was ghost-written by Bonnie's mother and Clyde's sister, claiming that Bonnie and Clyde had robbed the bank in Okabena, along with Clyde's brother Buck Barrow and Buck's wife Blanche Barrow. Another book written by Blanch Barrow made the same claim.

Shortly before the Okabena robbery, police in Joplin, Missouri raided a house used by Bonnie and Clyde as a hide-out. In the house they found undeveloped rolls of film of Bonnie and Clyde brandishing pistols and machine guns, along with several poems of their exploits written by Bonnie. The poems and the photos were later published in newspapers, making the pair famous, but by this time, the Strains had been convicted.

The Strain trio maintained their innocence, right up to their deaths, Tony in 1970, Mildred in 1974, and Floyd in 1994. The town of Okabena now recognizes the real robbers, and re-enacts the bank heist every year as part of their Fourth of July festival.

According to Professor Brad Chislom, historian at St. Cloud State University, “Bonnie and Clyde, along with Buck and Blanche Barrow, robbed the bank at Okabena. The residents of Jackson County who helped convict the Strains no doubt acted in good faith; vital information had been concealed from them. Bank robberies were occurring at an alarming rate in 1933. At Okabena, over-zealous, dishonest investigators placed a higher value on clearing the rash of cases than on getting at the truth, and the Strains paid the price. Only history can clear their names now.”

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.21 sqmi, all land.

The community is located on County Roads 9 and 20 west of South Heron Lake.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 188 people, 74 households, and 54 families residing in the city. The population density was 895.2 PD/sqmi. There were 86 housing units at an average density of 409.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.6% White, 1.1% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 3.2% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.8% of the population.

There were 74 households, of which 35.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.8% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.0% were non-families. 24.3% 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 2.54 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 37.8 years. 30.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.6% were from 25 to 44; 22.9% were from 45 to 64; and 17% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 185 people, 76 households, and 49 families residing in the city. The population density was 893.3 PD/sqmi. There were 87 housing units at an average density of 420.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.49% of the population.

There were 76 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.6% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.5% were non-families. 32.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 15.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,188, and the median income for a family was $35,500. Males had a median income of $28,438 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,332. None of the families and 1.5% of the population were living below the poverty line.

Politics
Okabena is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Republican Jim Hagedorn. At the state level, Okabena is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

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Petersburg Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Petersburg Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 269 at the 2000 census.

History
Petersburg Township was organized in 1866, and named for Peter Baker, an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.6 km$2$), of which 36.1 square miles (93.5 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km$2$) (0.08%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 269 people, 103 households, and 83 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.5 people per square mile (2.9/km$2$). There were 117 housing units at an average density of 3.2/sq mi (1.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.63% White and 0.37% Asian.

There were 103 households, out of which 29.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.7% were married couples living together, 1.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.4% were non-families. 13.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% 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 2.92.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 26.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,688, and the median income for a family was $48,333. Males had a median income of $27,250 versus $19,219 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,799. About 3.6% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Politics
Petersburg Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Petersburg Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Rost Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Rost Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 250 at the 2000 census.

History
Rost Township was organized in 1874, and named for Frederick Rost, a pioneer settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.5 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there were 250 people, 91 households, and 75 families residing in the township. The population density was 2.7/km$2$ (6.9/mi$2$). There were 98 housing units at an average density of 1.0/km$2$ (2.7/mi$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.60% White, and 0.40% Native American.

There were 91 households, out of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.2% were married couples living together, 1.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.5% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.4% 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 3.04.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.6% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 16.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,056, and the median income for a family was $44,167. Males had a median income of $31,146 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,820. About 5.4% of families and 3.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 9.4% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Rost Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Rost Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Round Lake Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Round Lake Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 202 at the 2000 census.

Round Lake Township was organized in 1869.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 square miles (92.8 km$2$), of which 33.8 square miles (87.5 km$2$) is land and 2.0 square miles (5.3 km$2$) (5.67%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 202 people, 83 households, and 60 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.0 people per square mile (2.3/km$2$). There were 93 housing units at an average density of 2.8/sq mi (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 96.04% White, 3.96% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.96% of the population.

There were 83 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.9% were married couples living together, 1.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.7% were non-families. 27.7% 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 2.43 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 5.4% from 18 to 24, 22.3% from 25 to 44, 35.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 124.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,438, and the median income for a family was $35,417. Males had a median income of $25,750 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,982. About 10.4% of families and 11.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 5.9% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Round Lake Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Round Lake Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Sioux Valley Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Sioux Valley Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 192 as of the 2010 census.

History
Sioux Valley Township was organized in 1874, and named for the Little Sioux River valley.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.8 km$2$), of which 35.7 square miles (92.4 km$2$) is land and 0.5 square mile (1.3 km$2$) (1.41%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 192 people, 75 households, and 61 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.3 people per square mile (2.0/km$2$). There were 89 housing units at an average density of 2.5/sq mi (0.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

There were 75 households, out of which 28% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.7% were non-families. 16% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% 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 2.85. There were 107 males and 85 females in the township. The median age was 47, with 77.1% of the population being 18 years or over.

According to the American Community Survey estimate for 2013, the median income in the township for a household was $62,813, and for a family was $68,125. About 6.8% of the population lived below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 15.8% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Sioux Valley Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Sioux Valley Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Democrat Bill Weber, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Weimer Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Weiner Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 172 at the 2000 census.

Weimer Township was organized in 1871, and named after Weimar, Germany, the original home of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.9 square miles (90.4 km$2$), of which 30.6 square miles (79.3 km$2$) is land and 4.3 square miles (11.2 km$2$) (12.35%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 172 people, 67 households, and 50 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.6 people per square mile (2.2/km$2$). There were 79 housing units at an average density of 2.6/sq mi (1.0/km$2$). Everybody in town is white.

There were 67 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.1% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.9% were non-families. 22.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.00.

Latest Real estate static information released by Niche shows that this city has the median home value of $172,900. Rural ratio of rented houses in this town is about 13% which makes the owned house ratio by 87%.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.0% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 20.9% from 25 to 44, 32.0% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 males, there were 126.3 females. For every 100 males age 18 and over, there were 115.0 females.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,667, and the median income for a family was $44,167. Females had a median income of $25,625 versus $16,250 for males. The per capita income for the township was $16,587. About 4.2% of families and 4.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 7.4% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Weimer Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Weimer Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by RepubIican Rod Hamilton.


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West Heron Lake Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

West Heron Lake Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 202 at the 2000 census.

West Heron Lake Township was organized in 1874, and named for its location west of Heron Lake.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 27.5 square miles (71.2 km$2$), of which 27.4 square miles (70.9 km$2$) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.3 km$2$) (0.40%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 202 people, 69 households, and 60 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.4 people per square mile (2.8/km$2$). There were 75 housing units at an average density of 2.7/sq mi (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.51% White, 1.49% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.98% of the population.

There were 69 households, out of which 43.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 84.1% were married couples living together, 1.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.0% were non-families. 13.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.93 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 26.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $49,375. Males had a median income of $27,250 versus $25,208 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,897. None of the population or families were below the poverty line.

Politics
West Heron Lake Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, West Heron Lake Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.


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Wilder, Minnesota

Wilder is a city in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 62 at the 2020 census.

History

Wilder was founded in 1885. It was named for Amherst Holcomb Wilder, a railroad official. Wilder was incorporated as a city in 1899. A post office was established in Wilder in 1886, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1991. The Breck School was established in Wilder in 1886. It was the first of many Breck campuses subsequently built throughout Minnesota. The school was named after the Reverend James Lloyd Breck, known as "The Apostle of the Wilderness" for his work in establishing mission schools for indigenous peoples in Wisconsin and Minnesota. The Wilder Campus was built to serve children of local farmers whose one-room school education left them unprepared to attend regular high schools. Room, board, and tuition for a year cost $110. Classes began in late September and ended in March. This allowed farm students to return home to assist with spring planting duties. Classes included penmanship, grammar, and arithmetic, but also included such advanced topics as Greek, rhetoric, chemistry, and physics. The Breck School in Wilder closed in 1909, and was reestablished in St Paul in 1916. Breck’s campus today is in Golden Valley, Minnesota.

Franklin Clarence Mars known as Frank, attended the Breck School in Wilder, MN from 1899 to 1900. Mars later gained fame as the founder of the Mars Candy Company. In 1988, the Mars family was ranked as the richest family in the United States of America by Fortune magazine. It has since been surpassed by the Walton family and the Koch family, and was ranked as the third richest family in America in 2016.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.81 sqmi, of which 0.80 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Minnesota State Highways 60 and 86 are two of the main routes in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 60 people, 25 households, and 16 families residing in the city. The population density was 75.0 PD/sqmi. There were 28 housing units at an average density of 35.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 25 households, of which 24.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.0% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.0% were non-families. 32.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 38 years. 28.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 18.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 56.7% male and 43.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 69 people, 29 households, and 20 families residing in the city. The population density was 87.0 PD/sqmi. There were 33 housing units at an average density of 41.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 29 households, out of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.7% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.70.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 18.8% under the age of 18, 13.0% from 18 to 24, 18.8% from 25 to 44, 34.8% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,875, and the median income for a family was $41,563. Males had a median income of $27,143 versus $18,438 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,222. There were 7.4% of families and 11.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 15.8% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Politics
Wilder is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Republican Jim Hagedorn. At the state level, Wilder is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

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Wisconsin Township, Jackson County, Minnesota

Wisconsin Township is a township in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 263 at the 2000 census.

History
Wisconsin Township was organized in 1869. A large share of the first settlers being natives of Wisconsin caused the name to be selected.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 square miles (92.0 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 263 people, 103 households, and 86 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.4 people per square mile (2.9/km$2$). There were 111 housing units at an average density of 3.1/sq mi (1.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.62% White, and 0.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.14% of the population.

There were 103 households, out of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.7% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.5% were non-families. 14.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 3.8% from 18 to 24, 31.6% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,607, and the median income for a family was $49,375. Males had a median income of $31,667 versus $20,357 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,996. None of the families and 1.4% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 8.2% of those over 64.

Politics
Wisconsin Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Mankato educator Tim Walz, a Democrat. At the state level, Wisconsin Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.