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Cohasset, Minnesota

Cohasset is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,689 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 2 serves as a main route in Cohasset.

History
A post office called Cohasset has been in operation since 1892. The city was named after Cohasset, Massachusetts.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 35.29 sqmi, of which 26.81 sqmi is land and 8.48 sqmi is water. It is the westernmost point of Minnesota's Iron Range.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,698 people, 1,067 households, and 795 families living in the city. The population density was 100.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,324 housing units at an average density of 49.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 0.1% African American, 2.0% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 1,067 households, of which 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.5% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 25.5% were non-families. 20.8% 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 2.52 and the average family size was 2.89.

The median age in the city was 46 years. 23.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.6% were from 25 to 44; 35.2% were from 45 to 64; and 16.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,481 people, 960 households, and 740 families living in the city. The population density was 93.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,191 housing units at an average density of 44.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.65% White, 0.20% African American, 0.93% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.16% from other races, and 1.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.32% of the population.

There were 960 households, out of which 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.6% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.9% were non-families. 19.1% 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 2.58 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 31.1% from 45 to 64, and 12.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $44,054, and the median income for a family was $48,849. Males had a median income of $48,869 versus $25,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,071. About 4.9% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.5% of those under age 18 and 8.1% of those age 65 or over.

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Coleraine, Minnesota

Coleraine is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,006 at the 2020 census. The community was named after Thomas F. Cole, President of the Oliver Iron Mining Company.

U.S. Highway 169 serves as a main route in Coleraine.

History
A post office called Coleraine has been in operation since 1906. The city was named for Thomas F. Cole, a businessperson in the mining industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.64 sqmi, of which 16.13 sqmi is land and 0.51 sqmi is water.

The community of Gunn is located within the southern portion of the city of Coleraine.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,970 people, 768 households, and 550 families living in the city. The population density was 122.1 PD/sqmi. There were 831 housing units at an average density of 51.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.4% White, 0.4% African American, 1.5% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 768 households, of which 34.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.0% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.4% were non-families. 22.9% 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 2.54 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 38.8 years. 25.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.5% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.9% male and 49.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,110 people, 443 households, and 317 families living in the city. The population density was 178.5 PD/sqmi. There were 462 housing units at an average density of 74.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.47% White, 0.54% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.09% from other races, and 0.72% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.81% of the population.

There were 443 households, out of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.1% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.4% were non-families. 23.9% 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 2.51 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,681, and the median income for a family was $52,361. Males had a median income of $39,875 versus $22,353 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,514. About 6.4% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.7% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

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Deer River, Minnesota

Deer River is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 909 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 2 and Minnesota State Highways 6 and 46 are three of the main routes in the community.

History
Deer River has a site on the National Register of Historic Places, the Itasca Lumber Company Superintendent's House, built in 1904 by the leading lumber company in the area.

Late in World War II, a logging camp manned by prisoners of war was located at the site of an old CCC camp near Deer River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.29 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 930 people, 397 households, and 212 families living in the city. The population density was 720.9 PD/sqmi. There were 434 housing units at an average density of 336.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 83.8% White, 0.1% African American, 11.5% Native American, 0.1% from other races, and 4.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.3% of the population.

There were 397 households, of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.5% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.6% were non-families. 39.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 3.05.

The median age in the city was 39.8 years. 24.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.8% were from 25 to 44; 24% were from 45 to 64; and 21.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 44.9% male and 55.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 903 people, 389 households, and 220 families living in the city. The population density was 850.9 PD/sqmi. There were 415 housing units at an average density of 391.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 84.05% White, 12.07% Native American, 0.22% Asian, and 3.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.66% of the population. 21.6% were of German, 14.8% Norwegian, 11.7% Finnish and 7.1% Swedish ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 389 households, out of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.9% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.2% were non-families. 39.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 17.7% from 45 to 64, and 26.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 80.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 77.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,900, and the median income for a family was $32,273. Males had a median income of $29,063 versus $15,156 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,078. About 10.3% of families and 17.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.6% of those under age 18 and 21.7% of those age 65 or over.

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Deer River Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Deer River Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 704 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 sqmi, of which 33.1 sqmi is land and 2.3 sqmi, or 6.50%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 691 people, 246 households, and 193 families living in the township. The population density was 20.9 PD/sqmi. There were 324 housing units at an average density of 9.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 93.49% White, 3.76% Native American, 0.43% Asian, 0.14% from other races, and 2.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.16% of the population.

There were 246 households, out of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.1% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.5% were non-families. 18.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.5% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,208, and the median income for a family was $42,813. Males had a median income of $32,386 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,836. About 9.2% of families and 14.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.9% of those under age 18 and 10.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Effie, Minnesota

Effie is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 109 at the 2020 census.

Minnesota State Highways 1 and 38 are two of the main routes in the community.

History
A post office was established in Effie in 1903. The community was named after Effie Wenaus, the daughter of the city's first postmaster.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 3.662 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 123 people, 48 households, and 29 families living in the city. The population density was 33.8 PD/sqmi. There were 68 housing units at an average density of 18.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.9% White, 0.8% African American, 1.6% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races.

There were 48 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.9% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.6% were non-families. 31.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% 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 3.24.

The median age in the city was 32.8 years. 26.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.8% were from 25 to 44; 22.7% were from 45 to 64; and 14.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.2% male and 48.8% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 91 people, 36 households, and 24 families living in the city. The population density was 22.8 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 14.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.80% White and 2.20% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.10% of the population.

There were 36 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.1% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 30.6% 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 2.53 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.6% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 122.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $29,583. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,606. There were 7.4% of families and 5.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 18.5% of those over 64.

Events
Effie is home to The Effie North Star Stampede. The annual rodeo is held on the last weekend in July.

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Feeley Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Feeley Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 306 at the 2010 census.

Feeley Township was named for Thomas J. Feeley, a lumberman.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 32.7 sqmi, of which 31.6 sqmi is land and 1.1 sqmi, or 3.43%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 327 people, 134 households, and 97 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.4 PD/sqmi. There were 187 housing units at an average density of 5.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.31% of the population.

There were 134 households, out of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.4% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.1% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 25.1% from 45 to 64, and 21.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,625, and the median income for a family was $49,375. Males had a median income of $42,500 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,469. About 5.9% of families and 10.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.4% of those under age 18 and 11.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Good Hope Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Good Hope Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 99 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.7 sqmi, of which 30.8 sqmi is land and 3.8 sqmi, or 11.10%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 79 people, 35 households, and 22 families living in the township. The population density was 2.6 PD/sqmi. There were 106 housing units at an average density of 3.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 81.01% White, 12.66% Native American, and 6.33% from two or more races.

There were 35 households, out of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, and 37.1% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 19.0% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 22.8% from 25 to 44, 31.6% from 45 to 64, and 20.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $25,000, and the median income for a family was $39,167. Males had a median income of $32,083 versus $8,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,623. There were 16.7% of families and 15.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 35.3% of those over 64.


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Goodland Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Goodland Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 466 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 72.3 sqmi, of which 69.2 sqmi is land and 3.1 sqmi, or 4.33%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 496 people, 210 households, and 153 families living in the township. The population density was 7.2 PD/sqmi. There were 348 housing units at an average density of 5.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.18% White, 0.20% Native American, 0.20% Asian, 0.60% from other races, and 1.81% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.60% of the population.

There were 210 households, out of which 21.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.2% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 24.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the township the population was spread out, with 18.5% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 33.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,375, and the median income for a family was $42,500. Males had a median income of $37,159 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,694. About 2.1% of families and 6.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.5% of those under age 18 and 4.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Grand Rapids, Minnesota

Grand Rapids is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States, and it is the county seat. The population was 11,126 at the 2020 census. The city is named for the 3.5 mi long rapids in the Mississippi River which was the uppermost limit of practical steamboat travel during the late 19th century. Today the rapids are hidden below the dam of UPM Paper Company.

History
Grand Rapids became a logging town, as the Mississippi River provided an optimal method of log shipment to population centers. Blandin Paper Mill opened in 1902. The Forest History Center, located in Grand Rapids, MN, is a State Historic Site and a living history museum that recreates life as it was in a turn of the 20th century logging camp. Costumed interpreters guide visitors through a recreated circa 1890s logging camp to educate the public on the history of white pine logging and its relevance to today's economy. Miles of nature trails, educational naturalist programming, and an interpretive museum are also located on the site.

Old Central School, located in downtown Grand Rapids, was built in 1895 in the Richardsonian Romanesque style of architecture. The three-story building served as an elementary school from 1895 to 1972. A community effort restored the building in 1984 and it now serves as a location for commerce and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

In 1991 Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline ruptured, spilling 1.7 million gallons of oil into the area, including the Prairie River, in the largest inland oil spill in US history.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 24.44 sqmi, of which 22.56 sqmi is land and 1.88 sqmi is water.

Major highways
The city of Grand Rapids sits at the junction of U.S. Highways 2 and 169. U.S. Highway 2 runs west towards Bemidji and east towards Duluth. U.S. Highway 169 heads south to Hill City, and ultimately towards the city of Minneapolis. In the opposite direction, U.S. Highway 169 heads up the Mesabi Range passing through Hibbing and several smaller towns along the way until it reaches the city of Virginia. Grand Rapids is also the starting point of State Highway 38, designated a National Scenic Byway by the USDOT, and marked as the Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway as it travels toward Effie. The following routes are located within the city of Grand Rapids.
 * US 2.svg U.S. Highway 2
 * US 169 (MN).svg U.S. Highway 169
 * MN-38.svg Minnesota State Highway 38 – Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway

Climate
The city of Grand Rapids has a Humid continental climate (Köppen Climate Classification Dfb) with warm summers and long, cold winters, typical of its location on the Mesabi Iron Range.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 10,869 people, 4,615 households, and 2,633 families living in the city. The population density was 481.8 PD/sqmi. There were 4,910 housing units at an average density of 217.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.6% White, 0.6% African American, 1.9% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.3% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 4,615 households, of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.1% were married couples living together, 12.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.9% were non-families. 36.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.84.

The median age in the city was 42 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.4% were from 25 to 44; 26% were from 45 to 64; and 20.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 7,764 people, 3,446 households, and 1,943 families living in the city. The population density was 1,057.8 PD/sqmi. There were 3,621 housing units at an average density of 493.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.53% White, 0.28% African American, 1.93% Native American, 0.71% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.39% from other races, and 1.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.85% of the population.

There were 3,446 households, out of which 25.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.5% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.6% were non-families. 38.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.1% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 21.0% from 45 to 64, and 23.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,991, and the median income for a family was $39,468. Males had a median income of $36,035 versus $20,759 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,223. About 9.2% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.1% of those under age 18 and 6.4% of those age 65 or over.

Religion
Churches in Grand Rapids include the Grand Rapids Alliance Church, the Grand Rapids Evangelical Free Church, St. Luke's Evangelical Lutheran Church, member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS); St. Andrew's Lutheran Church and Zion Lutheran Churches, members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA);, the United Methodist Church of Grand Rapids, St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Full Gospel Church, Grand Rapids, River of Life Church; Apostolic; Pentecostal and Grace Bible Chapel.

Government
Grand Rapids is represented at the federal and state level by:
 * U.S. House of Representatives 8th District – by Republican Pete Stauber
 * Minnesota Senate District 5 – by Republican Justin Eichorn
 * Minnesota House of Representatives District 5B – by Republican Spencer Igo
 * It is also the county seat.

Economy
Historically, the local economy of Grand Rapids was based on timber harvesting; and, to this day, Blandin Paper Mill—now owned by the Finnish-based UPM paper company—has downtown paper-making facilities. Ainsworth (formerly Potlach) produced oriented strand board and was located just outside the city limits until ceasing operations in September 2006.

The Mesabi Range or Iron Range, frequently referred to as "The Range" by residents, region of Minnesota begins in Grand Rapids with one iron mine to the southwest and a number to the northeast of the city. Although technically and geographically a member of the Iron Range, Grand Rapids and its economy has been historically based on paper manufacturing and other wood products.

Although founded in Marcell, ASVI (All Season Vehicles Inc), now Yanmar Compact Equipment North America, has been a contributor to the Grand Rapids economy since the mid-1990's manufacturing compact track loaders at its Grand Rapids facility.

The contemporary economy also boasts a large tourist footing, with many local resorts, four golf courses, over one million acres (4,000 km2) of public and industrial forestlands that provide excellent regional hunting, and more than 1,000 lakes for fishing. It also is the service center for 46,000 people due to a large seasonal and weekend population of summer residences on surrounding lakes, and a number of smaller bedroom communities located near Grand Rapids.

Annual tourism events

 * Home & Cabin Show - March
 * White Oak Classic Dog Sled Race – March
 * Children's Fair - April
 * Bluegrass Music in the Pines Festival - June
 * Itasca Pride - June
 * Wizard of Oz Festival – June
 * Timberman Triathlon - July
 * Weekend On Wheels Northern Mn Swap Meet & Car Show – July
 * Tall Timber Days – August
 * Grand Slam of Golf Tournament – August
 * Threshing & Antique Show - August
 * Bargains are Great on 38 - September
 * Mississippi River Festival - September
 * National Ruffed Grouse Society Annual Hunt – October
 * WinterGlo Festival - December

Education
The public school district is ISD 318. West Elementary, East Elementary, Robert J. Elkington Middle School, and Grand Rapids High School are located within the city limits. Parochial schools include St. Joseph's Catholic School. Minnesota North College - Itasca serves the community.

Local radio stations
The following radio stations are based in Grand Rapids. The city is also served by many other radio stations from the Iron Range area.
 * KOZY 1320 AM – Talk/Oldies
 * K201IX FM 88.1, Simulcasting Duluth's Contemporary Christian KDNW owned by the University of Northwestern – St Paul
 * KMFY 96.9 FM – Adult Contemporary
 * KAXE 91.7 FM – Public Radio (first rural public radio station in the United States)
 * WDKE 96.1 FM – Country
 * K256CW FM 99.1, Simulcasting Duluth's Christian talk and teaching KDNI owned by the University of Northwestern – St Paul
 * KBAJ 105.5 FM – Classic Rock

Newspapers

 * Grand Rapids Herald-Review – Published on Sundays and Wednesdays.

Television stations
Grand Rapids TV is primarily fed in from Duluth, MN television stations, but some cable subscribers also receive Bemidji, MN & Minneapolis, MN television stations as well. Local government and community events are covered by the local community television station. Television stations available in Grand Rapids are:
 * KAWE 9 – PBS station based in Bemidji.
 * KRII 11 – NBC station serving Chisholm/Hibbing (multiplexed into several digital subchannels; 11.1 rebroadcasts KBJR-TV NBC 6 of Duluth & 11.3 rebroadcasts KDLH CBS 3 of Duluth).
 * KCCW 12 – CBS station serving Walker/Bemidji/Brainerd (rebroadcast of WCCO-TV CBS 4 of Minneapolis).
 * WIRT 13 – ABC station serving Hibbing (rebroadcast of WDIO ABC 10 of Duluth).
 * K29EB 29 – Translator of KQDS-TV FOX 21 of Duluth.
 * WRPT 31 – PBS station serving Hibbing (rebroadcast of WDSE PBS 8 of Duluth).

Notable people

 * Bill Baker, member of the Miracle on Ice 1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team
 * Chilton C. Baker, member of the Minnesota House of Representatives
 * Hugh Beaumont, known for Leave it to Beaver
 * Jon Casey, professional hockey player for the Minnesota North Stars
 * Judy Garland, iconic actress and singer, born June 10, 1922, in Grand Rapids
 * Alex Goligoski, current professional hockey player for the Minnesota Wild
 * Lois Hall, actress
 * Eric Enstrom - photographer of Grace ,the state photograph of Minnesota
 * Trent Klatt, played in NHL
 * Robert N. Lemen, member of the Minnesota House of Representatives
 * Don Lucia, hockey coach at the University of Minnesota
 * Jeff Nielsen, professional hockey player for the Minnesota Wild
 * Norman Ornstein, political scientist
 * Jim Pehler, Minnesota state legislator
 * Dick Pesonen, professional football player
 * Janelle Pierzina, Big Brother television series cast member
 * Norman Rudolph Prahl, Minnesota state legislator
 * Jon Rohloff, professional hockey player for the Boston Bruins
 * Dusty Rychart, basketball player for the Cairns Taipans
 * Granville Van Dusen, actor
 * Adam Johnson, professional hockey player for the Nottingham Panthers

title: Grand Rapids, Minnesota


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Grand Rapids Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Grand Rapids Township was a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 11,747 at the 2000 census. By the time of the 2010 census, the area of the former township had been divided between the cities of Grand Rapids, La Prairie, and Coleraine.

Grand Rapids Township was named for rapids on the Mississippi River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 33.7 sqmi was land and 2.3 sqmi, or 6.41%, was water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 11,747 people, 4,884 households, and 3,057 families residing in the township. The population density was 348.3 PD/sqmi. There were 5,134 housing units at an average density of 152.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.19% White, 0.23% African American, 1.66% Native American, 0.54% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.29% from other races, and 1.07% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.73% of the population.

There were 4,884 households, out of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.1% were married couples living together, 11.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.4% were non-families. 32.1% 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 2.30 and the average family size was 2.89.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 19.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,572, and the median income for a family was $41,875. Males had a median income of $38,561 versus $21,845 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,095. About 7.9% of families and 10.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 6.4% of those age 65 or over.


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Grattan Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Grattan Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 44 at the 2010 census.

Grattan Township was named for Henry Grattan, an Irish politician.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, of which 34.8 sqmi is land and 0.9 sqmi, or 2.44%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 44 people, 16 households, and 13 families living in the township. The population density was 1.3 PD/sqmi. There were 30 housing units at an average density of 0.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.73% White, 2.27% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.27% of the population.

There were 16 households, out of which 43.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.5% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.8% were non-families. 18.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.3% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 131.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $36,250, and the median income for a family was $40,625. Males had a median income of $6,875 versus $3,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,404. There were 15.4% of families and 13.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 40.0% of those over 64.


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Greenway Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Greenway Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,939 at the 2010 census.

Greenway Township was named for John Campbell Greenway, a businessman in the mining industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 33.5 sqmi is land and 2.6 sqmi, or 7.21%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,018 people, 845 households, and 568 families residing in the township. The population density was 60.3 PD/sqmi. There were 957 housing units at an average density of 28.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.53% White, 0.05% African American, 1.34% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.30% from other races, and 1.59% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.64% of the population.

There were 845 households, out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.1% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% 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 2.90.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,729, and the median income for a family was $45,568. Males had a median income of $35,313 versus $24,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,162. About 8.9% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 9.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Harris Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Harris Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 3,253 at the 2010 census.

Harris Township was named for Duncan Harris, a pioneer farmer.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 31.9 sqmi is land and 4.0 sqmi, or 11.04%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 3,328 people, 1,290 households, and 992 families living in the township. The population density was 104.3 PD/sqmi. There were 1,516 housing units at an average density of 47.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.87% White, 0.21% African American, 0.69% Native American, 0.30% Asian, 0.06% from other races, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.21%.

Of the 1,290 households 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.1% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.1% were non-families. 19.3% of households were one person and 6.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 2.93.

The age distribution was 24.5% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 30.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% 65 or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.4 males.

The median household income was $47,344 and the median family income was $54,508. Males had a median income of $38,523 versus $27,574 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,757. About 5.2% of families and 6.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.9% of those under age 18 and 7.4% of those age 65 or over.


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Iron Range Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Iron Range Township was a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 649 at the 2010 census.

The township was annexed by the city of Taconite effective January 1, 2013.

Iron Range Township was named for the local iron mining industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 28.9 sqmi, of which 27.2 sqmi is land and 1.8 sqmi, or 6.05%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 651 people, 258 households, and 175 families residing in the township. The population density was 24.0 PD/sqmi. There were 314 housing units at an average density of 11.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.24% White, 0.15% Native American, 0.31% Asian, 0.31% Pacific Islander, 0.15% from other races, and 1.84% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.15% of the population.

There were 258 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.8% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.0% 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 2.99.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $46,750. Males had a median income of $37,344 versus $20,417 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,384. About 9.7% of families and 15.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.5% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.


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Keewatin, Minnesota

Keewatin is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 984 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 169 serves as a main route in Keewatin. Students from the Keewatin area attend Nashwauk Keewatin High School.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.88 sqmi, of which 2.46 sqmi is land and 0.42 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,068 people, 475 households, and 265 families living in the city. The population density was 434.1 PD/sqmi. There were 546 housing units at an average density of 222.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 0.5% African American, 1.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.3% of the population.

There were 475 households, of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.7% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.2% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the city was 39.9 years. 23.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.1% were from 25 to 44; 30.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.5% male and 48.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,164 people, 522 households, and 306 families living in the city. The population density was 473.7 PD/sqmi. There were 550 housing units at an average density of 223.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.77% White, 0.34% African American, 0.34% Native American, 0.43% Asian, 0.09% from other races, and 1.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.09% of the population.

There were 522 households, out of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.2% were non-families. 36.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the city, the population was distributed as follows: 25.3% were under 18, 8.4% were between 18 and 24, 26.4% were between 25 and 44, 22.3% were between 45 and 64, and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. There were 97.6 males for every 100 females, and 91.2 males for every 100 females aged 18 and over.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,795, and the median income for a family was $34,688. Males had a median income of $32,961 versus $20,536 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,066. About 11.8% of families and 13.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.9% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Located to the north, U.S. Steel operates the Keewatin taconite or Keetac mines.

Notable people

 * John Anderson – Head coach of the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers baseball team.
 * Gino Cappelletti (1934-2022) - Professional football player, most notably with the New England Patriots

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Kinghurst Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

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

Kinghurst Township was named for Cyrus M. King, a county commissioner.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 sqmi, of which 33.2 sqmi is land and 2.1 sqmi, or 5.98%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 131 people, 57 households, and 44 families living in the township. The population density was 3.9 people per square mile (1.5/km$2$). There were 131 housing units at an average density of 3.9/sq mi (1.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 93.89% White, 0.76% Native American, 1.53% from other races, and 3.82% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.29%.

There were 57 households, out of which 17.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.4% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.8% were non-families. 19.3% of households were one person, and 7.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.57.

The age distribution was 16.8% under the age of 18, 3.1% from 18 to 24, 16.0% from 25 to 44, 43.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.6% 65 or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.2 males.

The median household income was $25,938 and the median family income was $37,500. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,691. There were 6.5% of families and 7.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 3.1% of those over 64.


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La Prairie, Minnesota

La Prairie is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 653 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highways 2 and 169 are two of the main routes in La Prairie.

History
A post office was in operation at La Prairie from 1890 until 1917. The community was named after the nearby Prairie River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.69 sqmi, of which 1.64 sqmi is land and 0.05 sqmi is water.

La Prairie is adjacent to the city of Grand Rapids.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 665 people, 270 households, and 184 families living in the city. The population density was 405.5 PD/sqmi. There were 287 housing units at an average density of 175.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.6% White, 0.6% African American, 2.9% Native American, 0.2% from other races, and 4.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 270 households, of which 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.1% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.9% were non-families. 27.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.86.

The median age in the city was 41.8 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.5% were from 25 to 44; 28.2% were from 45 to 64; and 18.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 605 people, 239 households, and 174 families living in the city. The population density was 532.0 PD/sqmi. There were 249 housing units at an average density of 218.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.35% White, 1.32% Native American, and 0.33% from two or more races.

There were 239 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.3% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.8% were non-families. 20.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 12.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,375, and the median income for a family was $50,250. Males had a median income of $41,125 versus $23,681 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,632. About 7.7% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.8% of those under age 18 and 15.3% of those age 65 or over.

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Lake Jessie Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Lake Jessie Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 303 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.7 sqmi, of which 33.4 sqmi is land and 3.3 sqmi, or 8.89%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 335 people, 136 households, and 96 families living in the township. The population density was 10.0 PD/sqmi. There were 284 housing units at an average density of 8.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.40% White and 0.60% African American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.30% of the population.

There were 136 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.2% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.4% were non-families. 27.2% 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 2.46 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 129.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,438, and the median income for a family was $38,125. Males had a median income of $27,813 versus $22,813 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,865. About 11.7% of families and 17.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.8% of those under age 18 and 14.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Lawrence Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Lawrence Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 438 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 33.7 sqmi is land and 2.3 sqmi, or 6.33%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 441 people, 185 households, and 126 families living in the township. The population density was 13.1 PD/sqmi. There were 271 housing units at an average density of 8.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.60% White, 2.04% Native American, 0.23% from other races, and 1.13% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.23% of the population.

There were 185 households, out of which 24.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.4% were non-families. 25.9% 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 2.38 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.1% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 30.8% from 45 to 64, and 17.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $34,821, and the median income for a family was $38,000. Males had a median income of $34,643 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,256. About 6.7% of families and 14.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.8% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Liberty Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Liberty Township was a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 62 at the 2010 census. In November 2014, the residents of Liberty Township voted to dissolve their township status. In October 2015, the process was finalized and what was once Liberty Township is now an unorganized territory of Itasca County.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 72.4 square miles (187.5 km2), of which 70.7 square miles (183.1 km2) is land and 1.7 square miles (4.4 km2), or 2.35%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 91 people, 39 households, and 29 families residing in the township. The population density was 1.3 PD/sqmi. There were 98 housing units at an average density of 1.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.90% White and 1.10% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.20% of the population.

There were 39 households, out of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.2% were married couples living together, and 25.6% were non-families. 23.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.1% under the age of 18, 2.2% from 18 to 24, 16.5% from 25 to 44, 31.9% from 45 to 64, and 26.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 122.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $25,938, and the median income for a family was $27,188. Males had a median income of $100,000 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $22,462. There were no families and 3.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 5.6% of those over 64.


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Lone Pine Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Lone Pine Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 410 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.9 square miles (95.6 km2), of which 32.8 square miles (85.0 km2) is land and 4.1 square miles (10.6 km2), or 11.08%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 526 people, 225 households, and 161 families residing in the township. The population density was 16.0 PD/sqmi. There were 340 housing units at an average density of 10.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.48% White, 0.38% African American, 0.57% Native American, 0.19% Asian, and 0.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.19% of the population.

There were 225 households, out of which 21.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.8% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.4% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.5% under the age of 18, 2.9% from 18 to 24, 20.7% from 25 to 44, 35.4% from 45 to 64, and 19.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,611, and the median income for a family was $51,250. Males had a median income of $47,222 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,986. About 3.0% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.7% of those under age 18 and 2.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Marble, Minnesota

Marble is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the chain of small mining towns known as the Iron Range. The population was 610 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 169 serves as a main route in the community.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.45 sqmi, of which 4.35 sqmi is land and 0.10 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 701 people, 281 households, and 174 families living in the city. The population density was 161.1 PD/sqmi. There were 315 housing units at an average density of 72.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.4% White, 0.6% African American, 3.1% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.3% of the population.

There were 281 households, of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.6% were married couples living together, 13.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.1% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% 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 3.04.

The median age in the city was 38.2 years. 27.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.6% were from 25 to 44; 25.6% were from 45 to 64; and 13.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.5% male and 46.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 695 people, 287 households, and 179 families living in the city. The population density was 161.3 PD/sqmi. There were 308 housing units at an average density of 71.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.83% White, 1.29% Native American, 0.29% Asian, 0.14% from other races, and 1.44% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.86% of the population.

There were 287 households, out of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.7% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.3% were non-families. 31.4% 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 2.42 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,361, and the median income for a family was $36,667. Males had a median income of $25,875 versus $22,188 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,620. About 11.2% of families and 15.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.5% of those under age 18 and 8.6% of those age 65 or over.

title: Marble, Minnesota


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Marcell Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Marcell Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 467 at the 2010 census.

Marcell Township was named for Andrew Marcell, a railroad conductor.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 57.2 square miles (148.1 km$2$), of which 47.9 square miles (124.1 km$2$) is land and 9.3 square miles (24.0 km$2$), or 16.21%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 394 people, 179 households, and 132 families living in the township. The population density was 8.2 people per square mile (3.2/km$2$). There were 567 housing units at an average density of 11.8/sq mi (4.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.98% White, 0.51% African American, 0.25% Native American, and 0.25% from two or more races. Of the 179 households 17.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.2% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.7% were non-families. 23.5% of households were one person and 8.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.53.

The age distribution was 14.0% under the age of 18, 3.6% from 18 to 24, 18.0% from 25 to 44, 40.4% from 45 to 64, and 24.1% 65 or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.6 males.

The median household income was $39,167 and the median family income was $41,719. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $30,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,010. About 9.2% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.8% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Max Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Max Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 142 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.2 square miles (88.6 km2), of which 28.7 square miles (74.4 km2) is land and 5.5 square miles (14.3 km2), or 16.10%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 156 people, 59 households, and 42 families living in the township. The population density was 5.4 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 4.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 64.74% White, 19.23% Native American, and 16.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.21% of the population.

There were 59 households, out of which 27.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.5% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.8% were non-families. 22.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 19.2% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $21,500, and the median income for a family was $22,000. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $10,833 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,889. About 18.2% of families and 20.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 33.3% of those 65 or over.

title: Max Township, Itasca County, Minnesota


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Moose Park Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Moose Park Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 68 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.6 square miles (94.7 km$2$), of which 36.5 square miles (94.6 km$2$) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.1 km$2$), or 0.14%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 80 people, 29 households, and 20 families living in the township. The population density was 2.2 people per square mile (0.8/km$2$). There were 44 housing units at an average density of 1.2/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). Everybody in the town is white. Of the 29 households, nine had children under the age of 18 living with them, eighteen were married couples living together, three had a female householder with no husband present, and eight were non-families. Six of the town's households were made up of individuals, and three had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.76 and the average family size was 3.19.

The age distribution was twenty-two under the age of 18, eight from 18 to 24, fifteen from 25 to 44, twenty-two from 45 to 64, and thirteen who were 65 or older. The median age was 40 years. In the town, there were forty-three males (of whom thirty were age 18 or over) and thirty-seven females (of whom twenty-eight were age 18 or over).

The median household income was $28,750 and the median family income was $40,000. Males had a median income of $36,667 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,434. There were 22.2% of families and 16.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 52.6% of those over 64.


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Morse Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Morse Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 615 at the 2010 census.

The unincorporated community of Ball Club is located within Morse Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 37.3 square miles (96.5 km$2$), of which 36.4 square miles (94.2 km$2$) is land and 0.9 square miles (2.3 km$2$), or 2.39%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 605 people, 194 households, and 156 families living in the township. The population density was 16.6 people per square mile (6.4/km$2$). There were 213 housing units at an average density of 5.9/sq mi (2.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 89.92% White, 0.50% African American, 5.95% Native American, and 3.64% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.17% of the population.

There were 194 households, out of which 40.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.1% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.1% were non-families. 16.5% 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 3.12 and the average family size was 3.43.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.6% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 24.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,821, and the median income for a family was $45,694. Males had a median income of $44,375 versus $18,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,499. About 7.9% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.1% of those under age 18 and 11.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Nashwauk, Minnesota

Nashwauk is a town in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 970 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 169 and Minnesota State Highway 65 are two of the main routes in Nashwauk.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 15.30 sqmi, of which 14.58 sqmi is land and 0.72 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 983 people, 452 households, and 258 families living in the town. The population density was 67.4 PD/sqmi. There were 551 housing units at an average density of 37.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.4% White, 0.9% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.8% of the population.

There were 452 households, of which 25.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.3% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.9% were non-families. 37.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.1% 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 2.79.

The median age in the town was 42.4 years. 21.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 20.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 47.4% male and 52.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 935 people, 434 households, and 266 families living in the town. The population density was 165.8 PD/sqmi. There were 467 housing units at an average density of 82.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.82% White, 0.53% Native American, 0.11% Asian, and 0.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.21% of the population. 24.1% were of German, 13.9% Italian, 9.9% Finnish, 8.9% Norwegian, 5.3% French and 5.2% American ancestry.

There were 434 households, out of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.7% were non-families. 35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.74.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 20.2% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 23.0% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 24.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,146, and the median income for a family was $31,938. Males had a median income of $31,136 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,954. About 11.5% of families and 14.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.9% of those under age 18 and 11.0% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Robert R. Gilruth – aviation and space pioneer who was born in Nashwauk.

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Nashwauk Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Nashwauk Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,681 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 68.4 square miles (177.1 km$2$), of which 65.9 square miles (170.8 km$2$) is land and 2.5 square miles (6.3 km$2$), or 3.58%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,666 people, 714 households, and 491 families residing in the township. The population density was 25.3 people per square mile (9.8/km$2$). There were 814 housing units at an average density of 12.3/sq mi (4.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.56% White, 0.36% Native American, 0.06% Asian, and 1.02% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.30% of the population.

There were 714 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.6% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.2% were non-families. 28.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.3% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 24.5% from 25 to 44, 26.1% from 45 to 64, and 19.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,151, and the median income for a family was $37,269. Males had a median income of $32,708 versus $21,838 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,118. About 7.5% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.8% of those under age 18 and 9.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Nore Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Nore Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 57 at the 2010 census.

Nore Township was named for Kittil S. and Syver K. Nohre, Norwegian settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.4 square miles (94.4 km$2$), of which 36.3 square miles (94.0 km$2$) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km$2$), or 0.36%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 55 people, 22 households, and 15 families living in the township. The population density was 1.5 people per square mile (0.6/km$2$). There were 37 housing units at an average density of 1.0/sq mi (0.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 81.82% White and 18.18% Native American.

There were 22 households, out of which 22.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.1% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.3% were non-families. 18.2% 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 2.50 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.1% under the age of 18, 16.4% from 25 to 44, 32.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $28,125, and the median income for a family was $12,344. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $10,398. There were 26.7% of families and 20.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 23.5% of those over 64.

title: Nore Township, Itasca County, Minnesota


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Oteneagen Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Oteneagen Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 310 at the 2010 census.

The name is derived from the Ontonagon River in Michigan.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.3 square miles (94.1 km$2$), of which 36.1 square miles (93.6 km$2$) is land and 0.2 square mile (0.5 km$2$), or 0.58%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 246 people, 87 households, and 72 families living in the township. The population density was 6.8 people per square mile (2.6/km$2$). There were 98 housing units at an average density of 2.7/sq mi (1.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 82.11% White, 5.28% Native American, and 12.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.41% of the population.

There were 87 households, out of which 42.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.4% were married couples living together, 13.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.1% were non-families. 14.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.3% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 23.6% from 25 to 44, 30.5% from 45 to 64, and 4.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,313, and the median income for a family was $27,250. Males had a median income of $38,571 versus $14,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $13,527. About 23.5% of families and 28.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 18.2% of those 65 or over.


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Pomroy Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Pomroy Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 39 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 37.0 square miles (95.9 km$2$), of which 36.8 square miles (95.2 km$2$) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.7 km$2$), or 0.73%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 33 people, 13 households, and 8 families in the township. The population density was 0.9 people per square mile (0.3/km$2$). There were 46 housing units at an average density of 1.3/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 84.85% White, 3.03% African American, 3.03% Native American, and 9.09% from two or more races. Of the 13 households 38.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.8% were non-families. 30.8% of households were one person and 15.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.22.

The age distribution was 30.3% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 175.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 187.5 males.

The median household income was $32,500 and the median family income was $37,813. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,412. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.


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Sago Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Sago Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 176 at the 2010 census.

Sago Township was so named from the fact sago pudding was being served when commissioners were deciding on a suitable name.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.4 square miles (89.1 km$2$), of which 33.8 square miles (87.6 km$2$) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km$2$), or 1.74%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 205 people, 77 households, and 60 families in the township. The population density was 6.1 people per square mile (2.3/km$2$). There were 102 housing units at an average density of 3.0/sq mi (1.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.56% White, 1.46% Native American, and 0.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.49%.

Of the 77 households 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.0% were married couples living together, 1.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.8% were non-families. 15.6% of households were one person and 7.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.00.

The age distribution was 26.3% under the age of 18, 3.4% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% 65 or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.8 males.

The median household income was $40,179 and the median family income was $41,786. Males had a median income of $39,375 versus $15,417 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,205. About 2.9% of families and 5.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.

title: Sago Township, Itasca County, Minnesota


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Sand Lake Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Sand Lake Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 146 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 37.6 square miles (97.3 km$2$), of which 29.5 square miles (76.5 km$2$) is land and 8.0 square miles (20.8 km$2$), or 21.37%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 128 people, 58 households, and 37 families living in the township. The population density was 4.3 people per square mile (1.7/km$2$). There were 211 housing units at an average density of 7.1/sq mi (2.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 89.06% White, 1.56% African American, 2.34% Native American, and 7.03% from two or more races.

There were 58 households, out of which 19.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.1% were married couples living together, 1.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 34.5% 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 2.21 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.4% under the age of 18, 2.3% from 18 to 24, 14.8% from 25 to 44, 39.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 141.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $21,429, and the median income for a family was $29,583. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $41,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,320. There were 31.4% of families and 35.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including 45.1% of under eighteens and 30.4% of those over 64.


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Spang Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Spang Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 264 at the 2010 census.

Spang Township was named for Matthew A. Sprang, a county official and businessperson in the lumber industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 52.9 square miles (136.9 km$2$), of which 52.2 square miles (135.2 km$2$) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km$2$), or 1.19%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 262 people, 96 households, and 74 families living in the township. The population density was 5.0 people per square mile (1.9/km$2$). There were 104 housing units at an average density of 2.0/sq mi (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.47% White, 0.38% Native American, and 1.15% from two or more races. Of the 96 households 39.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.7% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.9% were non-families. 21.9% of households were one person and 10.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.07.

The age distribution was 27.5% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 31.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% 65 or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.5 males.

The median household income was $43,125 and the median family income was $49,375. Males had a median income of $41,875 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,033. About 8.1% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 40.9% of those sixty five or over.


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Splithand Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Splithand Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 250 at the 2010 census.

Splithand Township took its name from Split Hand Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.3 square miles (86.4 km$2$), of which 32.6 square miles (84.4 km$2$) is land and 0.8 square miles (1.9 km$2$), or 2.25%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 256 people, 98 households, and 76 families living in the township. The population density was 7.9 people per square mile (3.0/km$2$). There were 120 housing units at an average density of 3.7/sq mi (1.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.05% White, 0.78% from other races, and 1.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.39% of the population.

There were 98 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.4% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.4% were non-families. 17.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% 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 2.96.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,292, and the median income for a family was $40,625. Males had a median income of $31,339 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,904. About 4.8% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 12.9% of those 65 or over.


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Squaw Lake, Minnesota

Squaw Lake is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 98 at the 2020 census.

The town center is located along Minnesota State Highway 46. A significant portion of the economy can be attributed to fishing and hunting related tourism.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.840 sqmi, of which 0.810 sqmi is land and 0.030 sqmi is water.

Education
Independent School District 318 serves the city.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 107 people, 39 households, and 26 families living in the city. The population density was 133.8 PD/sqmi. There were 63 housing units at an average density of 78.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 46.7% White, 51.4% Native American, 0.9% Asian, and 0.9% from two or more races.

There were 39 households, of which 41.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.9% were married couples living together, 28.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 33.3% were non-families. 23.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.23.

The median age in the city was 35.9 years. 29.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.9% were from 25 to 44; 18.8% were from 45 to 64; and 15.9% 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 2000 census, there were 99 people, 35 households, and 21 families living in the city. The population density was 120.7 PD/sqmi. There were 56 housing units at an average density of 68.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 63.64% Native American, 31.31% White, 1.01% Asian, and 4.04% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.01% of the population.

There were 35 households, out of which 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 31.4% were married couples living together, 22.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.0% were non-families. 31.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.76.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 38.4% under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 23.2% from 25 to 44, 16.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $11,875, and the median income for a family was $31,250. Males had a median income of $12,000 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,895. There were 42.1% of families and 49.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 64.0% of under eighteens and 50.0% of those over 64.

title: Squaw Lake, Minnesota


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Stokes Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Stokes Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 230 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 57.3 square miles (148.5 km$2$), of which 52.5 square miles (136.1 km$2$) is land and 4.8 square miles (12.5 km$2$), or 8.39%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 259 people, 103 households, and 77 families living in the township. The population density was 4.9 people per square mile (1.9/km$2$). There were 273 housing units at an average density of 5.2/sq mi (2.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.46% White, 0.39% African American, 0.39% Native American, and 0.77% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.39% of the population.

There were 103 households, out of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.9% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.2% were non-families. 21.4% 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 2.48 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 22.0% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 24.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,750, and the median income for a family was $42,813. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $33,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,444. About 5.2% of families and 11.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 11.8% of those 65 or over.


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Taconite, Minnesota

Taconite is a city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 651 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 169 serves as a main route in the community.

History
Taconite was established in 1907 and is one of several whistlestop cities located on Highway 169 collectively known as 'Range Cities'. These cities were branded as such when they sprang up in parallel with the nearby iron mining operations that began in Coleraine and headed in a northeasterly direction. The mines and cities comprise part of what is known as Minnesota's Iron Range, specifically the Mesabi Range.

Taconite is a derivation of the word Taconic, which is related to the Taconic Mountains of the eastern United States and contain similar geologic formations. 'Taconic' is based on a Native American word, documented in use as early as 1685, and spelled a number of ways including:

- Tachkanick - Taghconic - K'takantshan - Tachanizen - Tackinick - Tocconuc - Taughkaughnick - Taghonic - Toghconnuck - Taconick - Toghconnuc - Tacon'ic - Taghkan'nuc - Taconyte - Taghkanick and - Tac'onite

Taconite abuts what was originally called the Holman Mine, with independently operated mines located on either side of the city.

With closure of the mines, the withdrawal of dewatering equipment led to rain, runoff and underground springs raising water levels in the nearby mine pits. The abandoned pits that surround Taconite – including the Holman Mine—have been filled and joined into what is now called the Canisteo Mine complex.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 20.62 sqmi, of which 19.91 sqmi is land and 0.71 sqmi is water.

Taconite is located adjacent to the Cannisteo mine pit. It was established in 1907 and refers to itself as the "Hub of the Nation".

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 360 people, 151 households, and 95 families living in the city. The population density was 18.1 PD/sqmi. There were 162 housing units at an average density of 8.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 90.8% White, 1.1% African American, 1.9% Native American, 0.8% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 5.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 151 households, of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.7% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.1% were non-families. 33.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% 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 3.04.

The median age in the city was 35.5 years. 27.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.6% were from 25 to 44; 25.3% were from 45 to 64; and 11.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 315 people, 136 households, and 87 families living in the city. The population density was 64.5 PD/sqmi. There were 150 housing units at an average density of 30.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.92% White, 0.32% Native American, 0.63% Asian, 0.63% Pacific Islander, 0.32% from other races, and 3.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.32% of the population.

There were 136 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.0% were non-families. 31.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,250, and the median income for a family was $50,417. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $20,357 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,357. About 14.9% of families and 17.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.2% of those under age 18 and 3.2% of those age 65 or over.

Notable person
James "Slim" Troumbly - ice hockey player who competed in the 1950 IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship.

title: Taconite, Minnesota


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Third River Township, Itasca County, Minnesota

Third River Township is a township in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 50 at the 2010 census.

This township took its name from the Third River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.3 square miles (94.1 km$2$), of which 34.9 square miles (90.5 km$2$) is land and 1.4 square miles (3.7 km$2$), or 3.91%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 65 people, 32 households, and 20 families living in the township. The population density was 1.9 people per square mile (0.7/km$2$). There were 80 housing units at an average density of 2.3/sq mi (0.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 90.77% White, 6.15% Native American, and 3.08% from two or more races.

There were 32 households, out of which 18.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 31.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.03 and the average family size was 2.45.

In the township the population was spread out, with 12.3% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 20.0% from 25 to 44, 36.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,750, and the median income for a family was $38,333. Males had a median income of $22,083 versus $11,667 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,679. There were 13.6% of families and 13.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 11.1% of those over 64.