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Racine Township, Mower County, Minnesota

Racine Township is a township in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 445 at the time of the 2000 census. The largest town in the township is Racine with a population of 442 as of the 2010 census.. All other area in the township is unincorporated.

History
Racine Township was organized in 1858. The old village of Hamilton was once located about two miles southeast of the town of Racine in the northeast corner of section 1 (the east half of the village was in Fillmore County).

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 square miles (93.0 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 445 people, 165 households and 128 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.4 per square mile (4.8/km$2$). There were 175 housing units at an average density of 4.9/sq mi (1.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.88% White, 0.22% African American, 0.22% Asian, and 0.67% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.45% of the population.

There were 165 households, of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.5% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.4% were non-families. 17.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.07.

25.2% of the population were under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 29.0% from 25 to 44, 25.8% from 45 to 64, and 11.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.4 males.

The median household income was $54,231 and the median family income was $55,833. Males had a median income of $34,375 and females $27,813. The per capita income was $23,320. About 0.7% of families and 1.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 3.4% of those age 65 or over.

Cemeteries

 * Salem Cemetery is located two miles southwest of Racine. Its oldest known burial dates to 1865.
 * St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery is located in the southwest corner of the southeast quadrant of section 18 of the township. Its oldest known burial dates to 1876.
 * There is also an unnamed, deserted cemetery located in the southeast corner of the southwest quadrant of section 23 of the township. It was in use from 1859 to 1874.


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Red Rock Township, Mower County, Minnesota

Red Rock Township is a township in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 715 at the 2000 census. The largest town in the township is Brownsdale with a population of 718 people. All other area in the township is unincorporated. The township is named for a large, red rock in section 4.

History
In 1855 John L. Johnson came to the township from Wisconsin and built a sod shanty in a grove of trees in section 4 that had a large, red rock in it. This grove eventually became known as Red Rock Grove and later the whole township took its name from this area. The rock can still be seen in section 5 (about 1.5 miles northwest of Brownsdale) in the southeast corner of the land owned by Craig Bauman. The area of Red Rock Township around the town of Brownsdale was the source of much of the lumber which helped to build Mower County. Most of the wooded sections of the township were logged in the 1850s and 1860s and much that wood was cut in Brownsdale's steam-powered sawmill, one of the town's first permanent structures. The township is now largely treeless, with the only significant stands being along Roberts Creek and Dobbins Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 square miles (91.7 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 715 people, 271 households, and 215 families residing in the township. The population density was 20.2 people per square mile (7.8/km$2$). There were 286 housing units at an average density of 8.1/sq mi (3.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.58% White, 0.14% African American, 0.14% Native American, and 0.14% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.84% of the population.

There were 271 households, out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.2% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.3% were non-families. 15.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.8% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,455, and the median income for a family was $55,833. Males had a median income of $37,656 versus $29,792 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,519. About 0.9% of families and 1.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Nicolville
Nicolville is an unincorporated area on the southern border with Windom Township. It is located along Mower County Highway 46 (Old U.S. Route 16) about a mile north and east of Austin. At one time it had a gas/mechanic station, grocery store and possibly a hotel too.

Cemeteries

 * Tanner Cemetery is located in the southeast corner of the southwest quadrant of section 12 of the township. It was used as a burial ground from 1861 to 1925. It is a private cemetery not open to the public.
 * Greenwood Cemetery is located in the far southeast corner of the southeast quadrant of section 16 of the township. Its oldest known burial dates to 1863.
 * Brown Cemetery (formerly called Oak Park Cemetery) is in Brownsdale in section 9 of the township. It is on the corner of Malissa St. and Cedar Ave. Its oldest known burial was prior to 1876.

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Rose Creek, Minnesota

Rose Creek is a city in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 397 at the 2020 census.

History
Rose Creek was laid out in 1868 when the railroad was extended to that point. The city was named for nearby Rose Creek. A post office was established at the community in 1868. Rose Creek was incorporated in 1899.

Geography
Rose Creek is in southwestern Mower County and is surrounded by Windom Township. Minnesota State Highway 56 passes through the north and east sides of the city, leading northwest 5 mi to Interstate 90 and southeast 6 mi to Adams. Austin, the Mower county seat, is 11 mi to the northwest via MN 56 and I-90.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of Rose Creek has a total area of 0.49 sqmi, all of it recorded as land. The stream named Rose Creek passes through the northwest corner of the city, flowing west toward the Cedar River, part of the Iowa River watershed.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 394 people, 162 households, and 111 families living in the city. The population density was 856.5 PD/sqmi. There were 167 housing units at an average density of 363.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.3% Native American, 0.8% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 162 households, of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.6% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.5% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 40 years. 28.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.6% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 16.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 354 people, 143 households, and 99 families living in the city. The population density was 773.4 PD/sqmi. There were 153 housing units at an average density of 334.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.85% of the population.

There were 143 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.1% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.6% 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 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 22.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $42,841, and the median income for a family was $50,750. Males had a median income of $32,031 versus $22,321 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,484. About 2.1% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 9.8% of those age 65 or over.

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Sargeant, Minnesota

Sargeant is a city in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 63 at the 2020 census.

History
Sargeant was platted in 1894, after the railroad had been extended to that point.

Geography
Sargeant is in northern Mower County. It is bordered by Sargeant Township to the north, east, and south, and by Waltham Township to the west. It is 10 mi by road northwest of Dexter and 19 mi northeast of Austin, the county seat.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Sargeant has a total area of 0.80 sqmi, all land. It sits on a low ridge that drains west to Roberts Creek, a tributary of the Cedar River, and east to the North Branch of the Root River, which flows east to the Mississippi River.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 61 people, 30 households, and 16 families living in the city. The population density was 73.5 PD/sqmi. There were 32 housing units at an average density of 38.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 1.6% Asian, and 1.6% from two or more races.

There were 30 households, of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.3% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 46.7% were non-families. 40.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.03 and the average family size was 2.56.

The median age in the city was 45.5 years. 18% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.3% were from 25 to 44; 31.2% were from 45 to 64; and 19.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.8% male and 49.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 76 people, 29 households, and 20 families living in the city. The population density was 91.1 PD/sqmi. There were 33 housing units at an average density of 39.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.68% White, and 1.32% from two or more races.

There were 29 households, out of which 44.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.7% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.0% were non-families. 24.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.9% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 14.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,333, and the median income for a family was $38,333. Males had a median income of $27,000 versus $12,188 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,485. There were 7.1% of families and 15.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 16.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Sargeant Township, Mower County, Minnesota

Sargeant Township is a township in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 316 at the 2000 census. The largest town in the township is Sargeant with a population of 76 people. All other area in the township is unincorporated.

History
The township is named for its first permanent settler, Harry N. Sargeant, a Canadian. He moved to Dodge County, Wisconsin in 1858 and then to Mower County in March 1865 where he purchased the south half of section 11 of Sargeant Township. The township was organized in 1873 and the Chicago Great Western Railway was built through it in 1887. The village of Sargeant was platted on September 7, 1894 in section 18 along the railroad.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 square miles (91.6 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 316 people, 97 households, and 83 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.9 people per square mile (3.4/km$2$). There were 101 housing units at an average density of 2.9/sq mi (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.47% White, 0.32% African American, 0.63% Asian, and 1.58% from two or more races. 0.00% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 97 households, out of which 39.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.3% were married couples living together, 3.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.4% were non-families. 13.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.4% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 30.1% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,875, and the median income for a family was $52,500. Males had a median income of $31,625 versus $25,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,720. 21.5% of the population and 12.2% of families were below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 15.3% of those under the age of 18 and none of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Cemetery

 * Zion Lutheran Cemetery is located in section 2 of the township.


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Taopi, Minnesota

Taopi is a city in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 61 at the 2020 census. It is located near the source of the Wapsipinicon River.

History
The name of the village is derived from Taopi, the native chief who befriended the settlers after the New Ulm massacre. It was platted in 1875 by the Taopi Farming Company in the name of John W. Wood. The first lot was bought by James Olberg, and J. Martz opened a furniture store there before moving the operation to Le Roy. Taopi had the largest steam-powered flour mill in southern Minnesota; it could process 300,000 bushels of wheat each year.

The village suffered significant damage from an EF2 tornado on April 12, 2022, part of the April 2022 North American storm complex. Two noncritical injuries were reported.

Geography
Taopi is in southern Mower County and is surrounded by Lodi Township. Minnesota State Highway 56 passes through the city, leading west 4 mi to Adams and southeast 8 mi to Le Roy. Austin, the Mower county seat, is 21 mi to the northwest via MN 56 and Interstate 90.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city of Taopi has a total area of 0.39 sqmi, all of it recorded as land. The North Branch of the Upper Iowa River passes through the east end of the city limits, with its source 3 mi to the north. The source of the Wapsipinicon River is less than a mile south of the city limits.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 58 people, 24 households, and 18 families living in the city. The population density was 148.7 PD/sqmi. There were 25 housing units at an average density of 64.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 24 households, of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.5% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 38.5 years. 25.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.6% were from 25 to 44; 27.6% were from 45 to 64; and 15.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 93 people, 33 households, and 26 families living in the city. The population density was 237.0 PD/sqmi. There were 34 housing units at an average density of 86.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 33 households, out of which 42.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.6% were married couples living together, 15.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.2% were non-families. 15.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.2% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 31.2% from 25 to 44, 15.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,750, and the median income for a family was $30,000. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,250. There were 10.0% of families and 4.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Udolpho Township, Mower County, Minnesota

Udolpho Township is a township in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 458 at the 2000 census. There are no recognized cities or towns and the whole township is an unincorporated area. Blooming Prairie is only about a quarter of a mile away in Steele County to the north. The township's name is taken from a gothic novel titled The Mysteries of Udolpho by the English author Ann Radcliffe.

History
Udolpho Township was organized in 1858, and named after the novel The Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.3 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 458 people, 163 households, and 139 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.7 people per square mile (4.9/km$2$). There were 173 housing units at an average density of 4.8/sq mi (1.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.25% White, 0.87% African American, 0.87% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.31% of the population.

There were 163 households, out of which 37.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.1% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.7% were non-families. 12.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.9% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 16.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,179, and the median income for a family was $41,964. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $20,781 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,140. About 5.0% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.0% of those under age 18 and 4.8% of those age 65 or over.

Corning
Corning is a small unincorporated area on the southern border with Lansing Township. It is located along Minnesota State Highway 251.

Madison
Madison is a former village (now just a farm field) off U.S. Route 218 that once had a hotel, store, livery, post office and a sawmill. The Milwaukee Road refused to stop at Madison because it was so close to Lansing, a stop less than three miles away. The village was started on September 3, 1857, and it was declared dead in 1907.

Cemeteries

 * Red Oak Grove Cemetery is located in the southwest corner of the southwest quadrant of section 19 of the township. It is one and a half miles north of Corning on Mower/Freeborn Road. Its oldest known burial dates to 1857.
 * Udolpho Cemetery is located in the northeast corner of the northwest quadrant of section 21 of the township. Its oldest known burial dates to 1862.


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Waltham, Minnesota

Waltham is a city in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 164 at the 2020 census.

History
Waltham was platted in 1885 and named after Waltham, Massachusetts.

Geography
The community is in northwestern Mower County, surrounded by Waltham and independent of it. Minnesota State Highway 56 runs along the eastern border of the city, leading north 5 mi to Hayfield and south the same distance to Brownsdale. Austin, the Mower county seat, is 15 mi to the southwest via MN 56 and Interstate 90.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Waltham has a total area of 0.48 sqmi, all land. It drains westward toward the Cedar River, a south-flowing tributary of the Iowa River.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 151 people, 67 households, and 40 families living in the city. The population density was 328.3 PD/sqmi. There were 73 housing units at an average density of 158.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.4% White, 0.7% Asian, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 67 households, of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.3% were non-families. 31.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6% 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 2.90.

The median age in the city was 41.2 years. 19.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.5% were from 25 to 44; 33.1% were from 45 to 64; and 11.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.3% male and 45.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 196 people, 68 households, and 52 families living in the city. The population density was 425.0 PD/sqmi. There were 72 housing units at an average density of 156.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.43% White, 3.57% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.63% of the population.

There were 68 households, out of which 39.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.5% were non-families. 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.88 and the average family size was 3.31.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.1% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 16.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,000, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $21,042 for females. The per capita income for the city was $26,047. About 4.1% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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Waltham Township, Mower County, Minnesota

Waltham Township is a township in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 416 at the 2000 census. The largest town in the township is Waltham with a population of 196 people. All other area in the township is unincorporated.

History
Nels Johnson, the earliest settler, came in the summer of 1855. The entire township was later sold to land speculators. John C. Mason bought more than a quarter of the township, primarily in the northeast corner. His agent, A.J. Burbank, came in 1864, built a three-story hotel, surveyed the land and sold most of it off into small parcels. The township was officially organized in 1866. The village of Waltham was originally about a mile east of where it sits now. The Chicago Great Western Railway stretched across the prairie of Waltham Township and the people of the village decided to relocate. The current village of Waltham was platted in 1885. In 1911 the village had two general stores, a physician, a shoe shop, a livery, a creamery, a stock buyer, a carpenter shop, a flour mill, and a variety of small shops.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 square miles (93.0 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 416 people, 146 households, and 117 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.6 people per square mile (4.5/km$2$). There were 150 housing units at an average density of 4.2/sq mi (1.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.56% White, 0.48% Asian, 0.96% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.20% of the population.

There were 146 households, out of which 35.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.5% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.2% were non-families. 13.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.85 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 22.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,500, and the median income for a family was $49,643. Males had a median income of $28,611 versus $23,889 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,228. About 4.2% of families and 6.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.3% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Mayville
Mayville is an unincorporated community on the southern border with Red Rock Township. It is located along Mower County Highway 16.

Cemeteries

 * St. Michael's Lutheran Cemetery is located in the northwest corner of the southwest quadrant of section 20 of the township. Its oldest known burial dates to 1870.
 * Trinity Lutheran Cemetery is located in the northeast corner of the northeast quadrant of section 19 of the township. Its oldest known burial dates to 1880.


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Windom Township, Mower County, Minnesota

Windom Township is a township in Mower County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 640 at the 2000 census. The largest town in the township is Rose Creek with a population of 354 people. All other area in the township is unincorporated. After unsuccessfully trying two names, the township was named in honor of Senator William Windom of Winona.

History
Sylvester Davis, the first settler in the township, came to section 20 in the spring of 1855 and built a more permanent dwelling later that fall. The township was officially organized in 1858 and called "Brooklyn." At the first meeting of the township, the people elected a chairman, two supervisors, a clerk, two justices of the peace, a collector, a constable an assessor, a road supervisor and an overseer of the poor. In 1862 the state legislature told the township to change its name because another town had prior claim to it. It was then briefly called Canton but the name had to be changed again for the same reason. In May 1862 the township was named in honor of Senator William Windom of Winona.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.3 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 640 people, 224 households, and 183 families residing in the township. The population density was 17.8 people per square mile (6.9/km$2$). There were 237 housing units at an average density of 6.6/sq mi (2.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 93.44% White, 0.16% African American, 0.94% Native American, 0.78% Asian, 4.06% from other races, and 0.62% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.47% of the population.

There were 224 households, out of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.2% were married couples living together, 5.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.9% were non-families. 15.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.18.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.3% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $49,643, and the median income for a family was $51,528. Males had a median income of $32,361 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,372. About 2.2% of families and 3.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.0% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Cemeteries

 * St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery is located in the southwest corner of the southeast quadrant of section 26 of the township. Its oldest known burial dates to 1891.
 * Prairie View Cemetery is located in the northwest corner of the southwest quadrant of section 25 of the township.  Its oldest known burial dates to 1882.


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Avoca, Minnesota

Avoca is a city in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 111 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.169 sqmi, of which 0.964 sqmi is land and 0.205 sqmi is water. It is just south of Lime Lake.

U.S. Highway 59 and Murray County Roads 6 and 38 are the main routes in the community.

2020 census
As of the 2020 census, there were 111 people, 54 households, and 39 families residing in the city. The population density was 115.6 PD/sqmi. There were 72 housing units at an average density of 75 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.4% White, 1.8% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 54 households, of which 18.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 26.1% were married couples living together, 0% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 27.8% were non-families. 18.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.38.

The median age in the city was 50.8 years. 19.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.3% were from 25 to 44; 37.4% were from 45 to 64; and 22.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.0% male and 47.0% female.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 147 people, 61 households, and 36 families residing in the city. The population density was 151.5 PD/sqmi. There were 77 housing units at an average density of 79.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.2% White, 2.0% from other races, and 4.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.4% of the population.

There were 61 households, of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.8% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.0% were non-families. 37.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 3.22.

The median age in the city was 44.1 years. 26.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 17.7% were from 25 to 44; 36% were from 45 to 64; and 11.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.0% male and 49.0% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 146 people, 67 households, and 38 families residing in the city. The population density was 134.3 PD/sqmi. There were 73 housing units at an average density of 67.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 67 households, out of which 23.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.8% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.8% were non-families. 37.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.9% under the age of 18, 2.7% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 32.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 117.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 119.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,375, and the median income for a family was $33,750. Males had a median income of $25,313 versus $16,667 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,184. There were 7.5% of families and 12.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including 11.8% of under eighteens and 12.5% of those over 64.

History
In 1879, Avoca was named for the village of Avoca in County Wicklow, Ireland.

A Catholic school for Native American girls ran circa 1882-1896 and later reopened in 1905 as a boys military school until it was destroyed by fire on February 12, 1910. The town's water supply was frozen, which meant that the building was unable to be saved.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church suffered a fire in 1889 but was rebuilt though it is now closed and the structure torn down. Three former Lutheran churches long ago merged into Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA), which closed in August, 2018. The nondenominational Word of Faith Fellowship, established 1983, is the only church currently in town.

A public school was built in 1894, but is no longer in use.

Avoca suffered two devastating fires, first in 1907 then again in 1952.

Politics
Avoca is located in Minnesota's 2nd congressional district, represented by Regal attorney Michelle Fischbach, a Republican. At the state level, Avoca is located in Senate District 21, represented by Republican Mike Goggin, and in House District 21A, represented by Republican Barb Haley.

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Belfast Township, Murray County, Minnesota

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

It was named after the city of Belfast in Northern Ireland. Prior to organization in 1878, this area was known as Creswell, after a local post office.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 35.9 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi  (0.22%) is water. Lime Creek is in Belfast.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 195 people, 71 households, and 51 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.4 PD/sqmi. There were 81 housing units at an average density of 2.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 71 households, out of which 39.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.4% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.8% were non-families. 23.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.6% 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 3.33.

In the township the population was spread out, with 34.9% under the age of 18, 3.1% from 18 to 24, 30.8% from 25 to 44, 21.5% from 45 to 64, and 9.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 129.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 126.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $34,375, and the median income for a family was $43,333. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,856. About 2.1% of families and 4.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 12.0% of those 65 or over.

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


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Bondin Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Bondin Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 335 at the 2000 census.

Bondin Township was organized in 1874.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 sqmi, of which 35.0 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi  (0.60%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 335 people, 119 households, and 94 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.6 PD/sqmi. There were 127 housing units at an average density of 3.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.40% White, and 0.60% from two or more races.

There were 119 households, out of which 39.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.5% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.2% were non-families. 15.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.2% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,000, and the median income for a family was $49,167. Males had a median income of $26,389 versus $18,646 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,398. About 6.4% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.0% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

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


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Chanarambie Township, Murray County, Minnesota

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

Chanarambie Township was organized in 1879, and named after Chanarambie Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 sqmi, all land. Buffalo Ridge, the highest point in the county and the third highest in Minnesota, runs through the township. Lake Wilson lies just east of this ridge.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 223 people, 76 households, and 63 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.3 PD/sqmi. There were 79 housing units at an average density of 2.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.31% White, 0.45% Asian, 0.45% from other races, and 1.79% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.04% of the population.

There were 76 households, out of which 38.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.0% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.1% were non-families. 15.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.93 and the average family size was 3.29.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.9% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 22.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,875, and the median income for a family was $34,464. Males had a median income of $22,115 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,696. About 7.3% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 10.3% of those 65 or over.

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


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Chandler, Minnesota

Chandler is a town in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 279 at the 2020 census.

History
A post office has been in operation at Chandler since 1886. The city was named for John Alonzo Chandler, a railroad official.

Chandler Air Force Station was located just south of town from 1951 though 1969, home to 787th Aircraft Control and Warning Squadron.

On June 16, 1992, Chandler was struck by a devastating F5 tornado that completely destroyed half of the town, most of which has since been rebuilt.

The Fenton Wind Farm, a 137-turbine wind farm near Chandler, became operational in 2007.

Geography
Chandler is in southwestern Murray County, bordered to the south and west by Moulton Township, to the east by Fenton Township, to the northeast by Leeds Township, and to the north by Chanarambie Township. Minnesota State Highway 91 passes through the east side of the city, leading north 5 mi to Lake Wilson and south 20 mi to Adrian. Slayton, the Murray county seat, is 13 mi to the northeast. Murray County Roads 4 and 5 are additional routes in the community.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Chandler has a total area of 0.79 sqmi, all of it recorded as land. Chanarambie Creek passes through the south side of the city, flowing west to the Rock River, a tributary of the Big Sioux River, at Edgerton.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 270 people, 109 households, and 75 families living in the city. The population density was 346.2 PD/sqmi. There were 120 housing units at an average density of 153.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.9% White, 0.7% African American, 9.6% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 22.6% of the population.

There were 109 households, of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.8% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.2% were non-families. 26.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age in the city was 41 years. 24.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.7% were from 25 to 44; 21.5% were from 45 to 64; and 22.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 276 people, 113 households, and 72 families living in the city. The population density was 342.7 PD/sqmi. There were 121 housing units at an average density of 150.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.46% White, 1.81% from other races, and 0.72% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 17.39% of the population.

There were 113 households, out of which 24.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.5% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.14.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.6% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 19.2% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 27.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,875, and the median income for a family was $38,542. Males had a median income of $30,417 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,134. About 6.8% of families and 15.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 14.0% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Chandler is located in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Republican Michelle Fischbach. At the state level, Chandler is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber, and in House District 22A, represented by Republican Joe Schomacker.

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Currie, Minnesota

Currie is a city in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 224 at the 2020 census. Lake Shetek State Park is nearby. The city, notable for its tourism and recreational opportunities, is known as the "Gateway to Lake Shetek", the largest lake in Southwestern Minnesota and for being home to the End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum.

History
Currie was laid out in 1872 around a gristmill built by Neil and Archibald Currie. A post office has been in operation at Currie since 1874.

Geography
Currie is in northeastern Murray County and is surrounded by Murray Township. Minnesota State Highway 30 passes through the south side of the community, leading east 6 mi to Dovray and west, then south, 10 mi to Slayton, the Murray county seat. Murray County Road 38 runs north and south through Currie, and U.S. Highway 59 is 4 mi to the west.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Currie has an area of 0.55 sqmi, all of it recorded as land. The Des Moines River has its source 1 mi northwest of Currie, at the outlet of Lake Shetek, then flows through the north side of Currie and continues to the southeast toward Windom.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 233 people, 114 households, and 65 families residing in the city. The population density was 408.8 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 219.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.

There were 114 households, of which 19.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.7% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 43.0% were non-families. 38.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.04 and the average family size was 2.68.

The median age in the city was 53.3 years. 16.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.5% were from 25 to 44; 34.4% were from 45 to 64; and 27.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 225 people, 109 households, and 67 families residing in the city. The population density was 393.0 PD/sqmi. There were 127 housing units at an average density of 221.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.56% White, and 0.44% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.89% of the population.

There were 109 households, out of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.5% were non-families. 33.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.06 and the average family size was 2.63.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.6% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 18.7% from 25 to 44, 28.0% from 45 to 64, and 29.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,857, and the median income for a family was $34,821. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,767. About 7.3% of families and 12.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.3% of those 65 or over.

End-O-Line Railroad Park & Museum
End-O-Line Park is nestled on Currie's northern edge. Founded in 1872 by Neil and Archibald Currie, this place was thought to be the most beautiful country with the Des Moines River moving across the prairie and Lake Shetek in the west. The park is along Murray County Road 38 near Minnesota Highway 30.

The railroads were the first great achievement in transportation of the machine age. This achievement led to the expansion and growth of the West. It is this story, as well as the story of the area, that the museum tries to tell.

A model railroad display, in HO scale, is one of the museum's highlights. It is an authentic reproduction of the Currie railroad yards as they were around the turn of the 20th century. The layout features scratch-built locomotives and structures, complete landscaping, a full wraparound mural, and complete sound effects. Visitors can hear the old steam locomotive puff and chug throughout the countryside, accented by the steam whistle, bell, and hiss of steam.

District Number One, the Sunrise School, was moved to End-O-Line Park and restored by the Murray County Historical Society. The embossed tin ceilings and walls, vertical wainscoting, recitation bench and many blackboards are typical, but the triangular sunrise worked into the front and back of the schoolhouse is unique. The one-room school with tin dinner pails, water cooler, washbasin, old world maps, bell tower and rope, ink wells, and cloakrooms brings back memories to share with children.

End-O-Line Park's section house, originally in Comfrey, was built by Chicago and Northwestern for a section foreman and his family. A saltbox structure, the house has been restored to the early 1900 style.

Recreation
Currie has many outdoor activities available to the public. These include the 7 mi bike trail that goes through Lake Shetek State Park, Lake Shetek, and local farmland. Just north of town, Lake Shetek is a popular vacation destination for people from all over southwest Minnesota. The lake has a population of approximately 600, and more during the summer. The Currie/Lake Shetek area has a combined population of almost 1,000 during the summer.

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Des Moines River Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Des Moines River Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 182 at the 2000 census.

Des Moines River Township was organized in 1878, and named after the Des Moines River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 35.6 sqmi is land and 0.4 sqmi  (1.14%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 182 people, 75 households, and 60 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.1 PD/sqmi. There were 78 housing units at an average density of 2.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 75 households, out of which 24.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.0% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.0% were non-families. 18.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.70.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.4% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 21.4% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,500, and the median income for a family was $36,000. Males had a median income of $20,000 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,966. About 9.1% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 8.7% of those 65 or over.

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


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Dovray, Minnesota

Dovray is a city in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 58 at the 2020 census.

History
Dovray was platted in 1904, and named from its location in Dovray Township.

Geography
Dovray is in eastern Murray County, 14 mi northeast of Slayton, the county seat. It is located within section 20 of Dovray Township but is an independent municipality. Minnesota State Highway 30 runs along the southern border of the city, leading west 6 mi to Currie and east the same distance to Westbrook. County Road 42 runs along the eastern border of Dovray, and County Road 11 passes to the north of the city.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Dovray has a total area of 0.25 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 57 people, 31 households, and 16 families residing in the city. The population density was 228.0 PD/sqmi. There were 38 housing units at an average density of 152.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 31 households, of which 9.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.4% were non-families. 32.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.84 and the average family size was 2.31.

The median age in the city was 59.5 years. 5.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.9% were from 25 to 44; 36.9% were from 45 to 64; and 31.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 43.9% male and 56.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 67 people, 33 households, and 23 families residing in the city. The population density was 268.0 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 144.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.52% White, and 4.48% from two or more races.

There were 33 households, out of which 18.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.6% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.3% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% 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 2.35.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 13.4% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 14.9% from 25 to 44, 28.4% from 45 to 64, and 35.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $41,875. Males had a median income of $32,188 versus $16,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,461. There were no families and 13.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 11.8% of those over 64.

Politics
Dovray is located in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Collin Peterson, a Democrat. At the state level, Dovray is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22A, represented by Republican Joe Schomacker.

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Dovray Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Dovray Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 167 at the 2000 census. Dovray is located in Southwest Minnesota on the eastern side of Murray County. It is five minutes from Currie, fifteen minutes from Lake Shetek State Park, and twenty minutes northeast of Slayton.

Dovray Township was organized in 1879, and named after Dovre in Norway.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 sqmi, of which 35.3 sqmi is land and 0.4 sqmi  (1.04%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 167 people, 71 households, and 49 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.7 PD/sqmi. There were 81 housing units at an average density of 2.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 71 households, out of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.8% were married couples living together, and 29.6% were non-families. 23.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.80.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 19.8% from 25 to 44, 29.3% from 45 to 64, and 21.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 153.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 132.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,694, and the median income for a family was $37,222. Males had a median income of $25,625 versus $28,438 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,242. None of the families and 1.2% of the population were living below the poverty line.

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


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Ellsborough Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Ellsborough Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 198 at the 2000 census.

History
Ellsborough Township was organized in 1874, and named for Knut Ellingson, a pioneer settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, of which 35.1 sqmi is land and 0.7 sqmi  (2.01%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 198 people, 66 households, and 52 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.6 PD/sqmi. There were 73 housing units at an average density of 2.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 94.95% White, 1.52% African American, and 3.54% from two or more races.

There were 66 households, out of which 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.2% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.7% were non-families. 18.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.00 and the average family size was 3.32.

In the township the population was spread out, with 34.3% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 21.7% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 112.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $34,688, and the median income for a family was $36,667. Males had a median income of $25,833 versus $19,167 for females. The per capita income for the township was $10,551. About 18.3% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.2% of those under the age of eighteen and 13.3% of those 65 or over.

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


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Fenton Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Fenton Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 209 at the 2000 census.

Fenton Township, was organized in 1886, and named for P. H. Fenton, an early settler.

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

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 209 people, 72 households, and 61 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.8 PD/sqmi. There were 76 housing units at an average density of 2.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.56% White, 0.96% Native American, 0.48% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.48% of the population.

There were 72 households, out of which 41.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.6% were married couples living together, 1.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.9% were non-families. 12.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.90 and the average family size was 3.19.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.1% under the age of 18, 4.3% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 32.5% from 45 to 64, and 12.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 137.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,167, and the median income for a family was $43,333. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $20,313 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,951. About 3.2% of families and 1.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.

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


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Fulda, Minnesota

Fulda is a city in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,371 at the 2020 census, up from 1,318 in 2010.

History
The city of Fulda was founded in 1881 along the Milwaukee Road primarily by German settlers, though also by Scandinavians and Irish. It was named for Fulda in Hessen, Germany. Fulda is still predominantly an agricultural community.

Although the rail line was discontinued in 1980, the two-story train depot, along with a section of track, has been preserved and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The lower level of the depot is currently used as an antiques museum and store. The other building in the city on the National Register is the former Citizens State Bank.

Fulda has a Civil War cannon in its city park. It is a three-inch (76 mm) rifled gun and was purchased for $155 on June 25, 1892, by the Zach Taylor Post No. 42 of the Grand Army of the Republic.

Geography
Fulda is in southeastern Murray County, surrounded by Bondin Township. U.S. Highway 59 runs along the eastern border of the city, leading northwest 13 mi to Slayton, the Murray county seat, and south 17 mi to Worthington. Minnesota State Highway 62 has its western terminus at US 59 in Fulda and leads east 25 mi to Windom.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Fulda has an area of 1.09 sqmi, of which 1.01 sqmi are land and 0.08 sqmi, or 6.99%, are water. The city is on the north end of Fulda Lake and is in the watershed of the Des Moines River.

Neighboring communities

 * Lime Creek, 2 mi northeast
 * Wirock, 5 mi west
 * Avoca, 6 mi northwest
 * Dundee, 6 mi east
 * Kinbrae, 6 mi southeast
 * Iona, 9 mi northwest
 * Slayton, 11 mi northwest
 * Dovray, 13 mi north
 * Reading, 13 mi southwest
 * Brewster, 13 mi southeast

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,318 people, 566 households, and 324 families residing in the city. The population density was 1279.6 PD/sqmi. There were 615 housing units at an average density of 597.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 91.7% White, 0.8% African American, 0.2% Native American, 4.2% Asian, 1.5% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.

There were 566 households, of which 23.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.5% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.8% were non-families. 38.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.5% 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 2.90.

The median age in the city was 46.8 years. 21.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.6% were from 25 to 44; 25.9% were from 45 to 64; and 26.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.1% male and 53.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,283 people, 528 households, and 328 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,328.3 PD/sqmi. There were 568 housing units at an average density of 588.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.10% White, 0.08% African American, 0.55% Native American, 0.23% Asian, 2.18% from other races, and 0.86% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.27% of the population.

There were 528 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.7% were non-families. 35.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 18.2% from 45 to 64, and 29.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $37,500. Males had a median income of $26,469 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,184. About 4.1% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Fulda was the birthplace of Harold Hotelling, a mathematical statistician and influential economic theorist.
 * Sports columnist Patrick Reusse of the Minneapolis Star-Tribune spent his early years in Fulda.
 * Baseball Hall of Famer and Negro league pitcher Hilton Smith played for Fulda's semi-pro baseball team in 1949 and 1950.
 * Ted Winter, former Minnesota House Majority Leader and longtime state representative (1987–2003), is from Fulda.
 * The Continental Co-ets, America's first touring all-girl rock & roll band, originated in Fulda in 1963.

Community and culture
Local churches include First Presbyterian Church (PCUSA), Saint Gabriel's Catholic Church, Solid Rock Assembly, and Saint Paul's (LCMS) and Immanuel American (ELCA) Lutheran churches.

Local organizations include American Legion post 318, Boy Scout troop 123, Fish and Game Club, Jaycees, VFW post 9017.

Education
There are two schools in Fulda, Fulda Elementary and Fulda Secondary (also known as Fulda High School). Formerly operating in Fulda were St. Gabriel's Catholic School and Fulda Lutheran School.

Fulda Public Schools
Fulda Public Schools consists of Fulda Elementary School and Fulda Secondary School (or Fulda High School). It co-operates many sports with neighboring districts. These include football, girls' basketball, baseball, softball, track and field, and golf with Heron Lake-Okabena, known as the Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda Coyotes, and wrestling with Murray County Central, known as the Fulda/MCC Warriors. In addition to the youth in Fulda, the school district has students from neighboring communities, including Avoca, Iona, Dundee, Kinbrae, Wilmont, and Reading.

Accomplishments

 * 2006 Class A Girls Basketball Champions
 * 2007 Class A Girls Basketball Champions

St. Paul's Lutheran School
Fulda's Lutheran school closed in 2018 and had been in existence since 1893.

Library
Fulda Memorial Library is a member of the Plum Creek Library System. It was expanded in 2002.

The Library was founded in 1918 when it started to receive funding from the city, and was located in different businesses. On April 14, 1970, the library building was officially opened across from City Hall. In 1975 the library officially became a member of the Plum Creek Library System. In 1977 the Friends of the Library group was formed to raise funds for the library.

Politics
Fulda is in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Michelle Fischbach. At the state level, Fulda is in Senate District 21 and in House District 21A, represented by Joe Schomacker.

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Hadley, Minnesota

Hadley is a city in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 54 at the 2020 census.

History
Hadley was founded as "Summit Lake" on October 31, 1879. A post office with the name "Hadley" was established in 1880. It was incorporated as a village on September 1, 1903.

Geography
Hadley is in western Murray County and is surrounded by Leeds Township. It has a latitude of 44°00'N and a longitude of 95°51'W. Minnesota State Highway 30 runs along the southern border of the city, leading east 5 mi to Slayton, the county seat, and west 23 mi to Pipestone. Murray County Road 29 runs north-south through the center of Hadley.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.41 sqmi, of which 0.29 sqmi are land and 0.11 sqmi, or 27.9%, are water. Summit Lake occupies the southern part of the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 61 people, 32 households, and 20 families residing in the city. The population density was 217.9 PD/sqmi. There were 38 housing units at an average density of 135.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 32 households, of which 12.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.91 and the average family size was 2.40.

The median age in the city was 56.2 years. 6.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 13.2% were from 25 to 44; 40.9% were from 45 to 64; and 29.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.9% male and 54.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 81 people, 36 households, and 27 families residing in the city. The population density was 292.7 PD/sqmi. There were 38 housing units at an average density of 137.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 36 households, out of which 22.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.4% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% 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 2.25 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 17.3% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 17.3% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 30.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,406, and the median income for a family was $31,667. Males had a median income of $30,536 versus $16,429 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,518. None of the population or the families were below the poverty line.

Politics
Hadley is located in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Michelle Fischbach, a Republican. At the state level, Hadley is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber, and in House District 22A, represented by Republican Joe Schomacker.

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Holly Township, Murray County, Minnesota

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

Holly Township was organized in 1872, and named for John Z. Holly, an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 sqmi, all land. Plum Creek rises in Holly.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 172 people, 59 households, and 49 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.8 PD/sqmi. There were 62 housing units at an average density of 1.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.51% White, 0.58% Pacific Islander, 2.91% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.91% of the population.

There were 59 households, out of which 33.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.5% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.9% were non-families. 15.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.8% under the age of 18, 4.1% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 109.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 128.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $36,458. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $13,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,055. About 7.5% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 12.9% of those 65 or over.

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


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Iona, Minnesota

Iona is a city in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 166 at the 2020 census, up from 137 in 2010.

History
Iona was platted in 1878 and named after the Scottish island of Iona. A post office has been in operation at Iona since 1880.

Geography
Iona is in southern Murray County and is surrounded by Iona Townahip. Minnesota State Highway 267 has its southern terminus in Iona and leads north 5 mi to Highway 30, about 1 mi west of Slayton, the county seat.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Iona has a total area of 0.55 sqmi, all land.

Besides Highway 267, main roads in the community include Parnell Street, Grace Avenue, and Murray County Road 4, which leads to the east and west. County Road 31 is nearby.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 137 people, 71 households, and 36 families residing in the city. The population density was 177.9 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 114.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White.

There were 71 households, of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 49.3% were non-families. 45.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.93 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the city was 51.6 years. 16.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 11.6% were from 25 to 44; 43.7% were from 45 to 64; and 20.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 43.1% male and 56.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 173 people, 80 households, and 44 families residing in the city. The population density was 219.9 PD/sqmi. There were 91 housing units at an average density of 115.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.95% White, 1.16% Asian, 0.58% Pacific Islander, and 2.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.31% of the population.

There were 80 households, out of which 18.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.5% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.0% were non-families. 38.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.4% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 24.9% 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 78.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,625, and the median income for a family was $40,833. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $19,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,746. About 8.3% of families and 8.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 13.2% of those 65 or over.

Politics
Iona is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district. At the state level, Iona is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22A, represented by Republican Joe Schomacker.

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Iona Township, Murray County, Minnesota

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

Iona Township was organized in 1880, and named after Iona.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.3 sqmi, of which 34.4 sqmi is land and 0.9 sqmi  (2.61%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 195 people, 67 households, and 50 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.7 PD/sqmi. There were 75 housing units at an average density of 2.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.44% White and 2.56% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.51% of the population.

There were 67 households, out of which 40.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.1% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.9% were non-families. 20.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.91 and the average family size was 3.43.

In the township the population was spread out, with 33.8% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,125, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,157. About 17.0% of families and 15.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.4% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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

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Lake Sarah Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Lake Sarah Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 348 at the 2000 census.

Lake Sarah Township was organized in 1873, and named for the largest lake within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 32.9 sqmi is land and 3.4 sqmi  (9.30%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 348 people, 151 households, and 120 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.6 PD/sqmi. There were 216 housing units at an average density of 6.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.71% White, and 0.29% from two or more races.

There were 151 households, out of which 17.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.2% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.9% were non-families. 14.6% 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 2.30 and the average family size was 2.54.

In the township the population was spread out, with 16.7% under the age of 18, 3.7% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 37.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,125, and the median income for a family was $45,938. Males had a median income of $36,625 versus $21,429 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,143. About 5.0% of families and 3.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty-five or over.

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


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Lowville Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Lowville Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 175 at the 2000 census.

History
Lowville Township was organized in 1873, and named for brothers John and Bartlett Low, early settlers. Bartlett Marshall Low served in the 42nd Wisconsin Infantry Regiment during the American Civil War and then served in the Minnesota House of Representatives.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.2 km2), of which 35.8 square miles (92.8 km2) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.4 km2)  (0.39%) is water. It is home to the Bear Lake Woods.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 175 people, 70 households, and 52 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.9 PD/sqmi. There were 75 housing units at an average density of 2.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.86% White, 0.57% Asian, and 0.57% from two or more races.

There were 70 households, out of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.1% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.7% were non-families. 21.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 31.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 125.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,688, and the median income for a family was $47,500. Males had a median income of $28,125 versus $17,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,699. About 3.8% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.

Politics
Lowville Township is located in Minnesota's 1st congressional district, represented by Brad Finstad, a Republican. At the state level, Lowville Township is located in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Doug Magnus, and in House District 22A, represented by Republican Joe Schomacker.


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Mason Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Mason Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 284 at the 2000 census.

Mason Township was originally called Okcheeda Township, and under the latter name was organized in 1872. The present name, adopted in 1879, is for Milo D. Mason, an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 square miles (93.1 km2), of which 34.7 square miles (89.7 km2) is land and 1.3 square miles (3.3 km2)  (3.59%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 284 people, 115 households, and 96 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.2 PD/sqmi. There were 194 housing units at an average density of 5.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.30% White, and 0.70% from two or more races.

There were 115 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.4% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.5% were non-families. 14.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.6% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 31.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,250, and the median income for a family was $42,000. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,186. About 7.0% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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


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Moulton Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Moulton Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 242 at the 2000 census.

Moulton Township was organized in 1879, and named for Justin P. Moulton, a Minnesota legislator.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.2 square miles (91.0 km$2$), all land. It is an extremely land locked area.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 242 people, 80 households, and 70 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.9 people per square mile (2.7/km$2$). There were 85 housing units at an average density of 2.4/sq mi (0.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.59% White and 0.41% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.41% of the population.

There were 80 households, out of which 51.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 85.0% were married couples living together, 2.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 12.5% were non-families. 10.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.03 and the average family size was 3.29.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.6% under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 27.3% from 45 to 64, and 5.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,729, and the median income for a family was $36,750. Males had a median income of $27,321 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,395. About 8.1% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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


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Murray Township, Murray County, Minnesota

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

History
Murray Township was organized in 1872.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 square miles (91.9 km$2$), of which 34.6 square miles (89.5 km$2$) is land and 0.9 square mile (2.4 km$2$)  (2.59%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 204 people, 82 households, and 61 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.9 people per square mile (2.3/km$2$). There were 137 housing units at an average density of 4.0/sq mi (1.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.53% White, 0.49% African American, 0.49% Asian, and 0.49% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.49% of the population.

There were 82 households, out of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.7% were married couples living together, 1.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.6% were non-families. 23.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.0% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 18.6% from 25 to 44, 37.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,361, and the median income for a family was $46,875. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $21,667 for females. The per capita income for the township was $30,562. About 3.3% of families and 4.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.1% of those under the age of eighteen and 6.5% of those 65 or over.

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


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Shetek Township, Murray County, Minnesota

Shetek Township is a township in Murray County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 313 at the 2000 census.

Shetek Township was organized in 1872.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.5 square miles (91.9 km$2$), of which 31.1 square miles (80.5 km$2$) is land and 4.4 square miles (11.4 km$2$)  (12.43%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 313 people, 127 households, and 99 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.1 people per square mile (3.9/km$2$). There were 272 housing units at an average density of 8.8/sq mi (3.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.04% White, 0.32% Native American, and 0.64% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.32% of the population.

There were 127 households, out of which 22.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.6% were married couples living together, 2.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 18.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the township the population was spread out, with 18.2% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 21.4% from 25 to 44, 38.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 117.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,357, and the median income for a family was $41,071. Males had a median income of $27,778 versus $23,333 for females. The per capita income for the township was $25,683. None of the families and 2.1% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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