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Freeborn, Minnesota

Freeborn is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 264 at the 2020 census.

History
Freeborn was platted in 1857, and was incorporated in 1949. The city of Freeborn, like its namesake county, the surrounding township, and Freeborn Lake, upon which the city is situated, derives its name from William Freeborn, a member of Minnesota's Territorial Legislature. A post office has remained in continuous operation at Freeborn since 1857.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.18 sqmi, all land.

Freeborn is located within Freeborn Township, in the far northwestern corner of Freeborn County, some 15 miles northwest of Albert Lea, the county seat. The City is at the junction of three County highways; County Hwy 29, which runs generally east and west, connecting State Hwy 13 and State Hwy 107, respectively; County Highway 6, which runs generally north and south along the westernmost edge of town; and County Highway 10, which originates at its intersection with County 29, and runs generally northward, ending at MN Hwy 30.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 297 people, 120 households, and 84 families residing in the city. The population density was 1650.0 PD/sqmi. There were 130 housing units at an average density of 722.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.3% White, 0.3% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.7% of the population.

Of the 120 households in the 2010 census, a total of 43, or 35.8%, had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65 (54.2%) were married couples living together, 13 (10.8%) had a female householder with no husband present, 6 (5.0%) had a male householder with no wife present, and 36 (30.0%) were non-families. Meanwhile, 30, or 25.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11 (9.2%) were a person living alone, age 65 years or older. The average household size was 2.48 persons, and the average family size was 2.95 persons.

The median age in the city was 38.9 years. Of Freeborn's 297 residents, 75, or 25.3% of residents were children under the age of 18; 23 (7.7%) were between the ages of 18 and 24; 70 (23.6%) were age 25 to 44; 83 (28.0%) were age 45 to 64; and 46 (15.5%) were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the 297 residents was 151 (50.8%) males and 146 (49.2%) females.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 305 people, or 1,706.2 persons per square mile (654.2/km2). There were 136 housing units, at an average density of 760.8 units per square mile. (291.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 99.02% White, 0.33% Native American, and 0.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.33% of the population.

For several years, Freeborn's summertime population would grow to approximately 450, due to the presence of the Jewish Chabad-Lubavitch Yeshiva summer camp, headquartered in the town's former K-12 school building, as well as the adjacent 8-acre campus. This camp brought nearly 150 boys to town, as well as camp counselors and educational staff, primarily from the Crown Heights area of the borough of Brooklyn, in New York City. The camp operated for several years, and discontinued after the 2014 season.

Of the 136 households, 23.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.8% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,500, and the median income for a family was $47,031. Males had a median income of $32,321 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,149. About 2.4% of families and 6.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 6.5% of those 65 or over.

Town newspaper
Freeborn has a small newspaper, known as 'The Freeborn Frisbee', which is produced quarterly, and appears in newsletter form. Founded in 1998, the paper contains informative articles and stories of local interest, generally about residents and the history of Freeborn. Among the regular features have been columns entitled "A View from the Point," an essay of observations on and near Hanson's Point, along the western shore of Freeborn Lake, and "From the Mayor's Desk," a chronicle of City Council matters of local interest. The Frisbee is produced and edited by Bonnie Schuster, a longtime local resident and historian.

Freeborn Area Heritage Society
The Freeborn Area Heritage Society is a local organization devoted to preserving and celebrating Freeborn's history. The Society maintains the picturesque District 15 School, a one-room schoolhouse, originally constructed in 1858 on a site 3 miles south of town. It was relocated to a city park in November, 2006, and rededicated on June 14, 2007, during the Freeborn Area Sesquicentennial. Restored by the Society, the building is filled with classroom items and historic exhibits, reflecting the years between 1858 and 1937, during which the school was in operation.

Immediately adjacent to the school, a newly-constructed Museum building contains a large and varied assortment of community and local artifacts, displayed around the Museum's two prized centerpieces: the Freeborn Fire Department's vintage 1946 fire truck, and a carefully-restored 1928 Model T Ford, purchased new from a Freeborn automobile dealer that year. The Model T, which remained in the family of the original owner for over 80 years, was generously donated to the community, and, along with the fire truck, remains on permanent display at the Museum.

The Museum also features records, yearbooks, and regalia from the former Freeborn High School, which closed in 1987, as well as the FHS athletic teams, the Freeborn Yeomen. This nickname was unique to Freeborn; no other high school in America is known to have had the Yeomen mascot; the school's colors were orange and black. There are also trophies from FHS's many successful athletic teams, competing in the Border League and Southern Minny Conferences, as well as voluminous records from their years in those athletic conferences.

FFA Corn Drive
FFA Corn Drives for Camp Courage first began in 1964, originating that year with the Freeborn High School Chapter of the Future Farmers of America, or FFA. During the initial Corn Drive that year, members of the Freeborn FFA chapter walked acres of newly-harvested fields of area farmers, picking up ears of corn left behind by the machinery. The corn was collected and sold, and the proceeds were given to Camp Courage, a northern Minnesota summer camp for special-needs children. The first Corn Drive raised $87. Freeborn High School teacher and FFA advisor Lee Asche was instrumental in starting this enterprise, and promoting it statewide. In tribute to his generous spirit and charitable endeavors, and in honor of his many years as an educator, Mr. Asche was selected as the honorary Grand Marshal of the Freeborn Area Sesquicentennial in 2007; he was featured as leader of the 92-unit Grand Parade.

As a direct result of the efforts of Lee Asche, dozens of FFA chapters, representing high schools throughout the state of Minnesota, continue to raise money through Corn Drives of their own, largely through donations of corn or cash from their own area farmers. Nearly 60 years after the initial Corn Drive by the Freeborn FFA, funds are still donated to the successor organization of the original Camp Courage, now known statewide as True Friends.

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Freeborn Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

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

History
Freeborn Township was organized in 1858. The township is named for William Freeborn, as is Freeborn County.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 35.7 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi  (1.27%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 327 people, 121 households, and 98 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.2 PD/sqmi. There were 127 housing units at an average density of 3.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.08% White, 0.31% Asian, 0.31% from other races, and 0.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.31% of the population.

There were 121 households, out of which 38.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.6% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.0% were non-families. 17.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 15.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,179, and the median income for a family was $40,938. Males had a median income of $32,813 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,882. About 4.4% of families and 3.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.1% of those under age 18 and 3.8% of those age 65 or over.

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Freeman Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Freeman Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 528 at the 2000 census.

History
Freeman Township was organized in 1861, and named for John Freeman, an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 35.9 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi  (0.08%) is water.

Goose Creek flows through the township.

Transportation
Interstate 35 passes through the center of the township, leading north to Albert Lea and south to Iowa. County Road 13 exit provides access to the northern part of the township. County Road 5 exit provides access to the center part of the township. U.S. Highway 69 passes through the northwest corner of the township near Twin Lakes. U.S. Highway 65 passes through the northeast corner of the township near Glenville.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 528 people, 204 households, and 162 families residing in the township. The population density was 14.7 PD/sqmi. There were 212 housing units at an average density of 5.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.43% White, 0.19% African American and 0.38% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.33% of the population.

There were 204 households, out of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.1% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.1% were non-families. 16.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 29.0% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,292, and the median income for a family was $44,531. Males had a median income of $31,625 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,813. About 5.2% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.9% of those under age 18 and 14.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Geneva, Minnesota

Geneva is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 555 at the 2010 census.

History
A post office has been in operation at Geneva since 1855. Geneva was platted in 1857. The city was named after Geneva, New York. It was the birthplace of Lawrence B. Anderson (1906-1994), noted architect and educator who lead the architecture school at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.53 sqmi, of which 0.52 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Geneva is along Interstate 35, and Freeborn County Roads 35 and 45.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 555 people, 220 households, and 152 families living in the city. The population density was 1067.3 PD/sqmi. There were 228 housing units at an average density of 438.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.6% White, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 220 households, of which 35.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.7% were married couples living together, 5.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.9% were non-families. 25.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.06.

The median age in the city was 38.3 years. 27.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.3% were from 25 to 44; 26.3% were from 45 to 64; and 13.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 449 people, households, and families living in the city. The population density was 1,097.3 PD/sqmi. There were 186 housing units at an average density of 454.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.55% White, 0.22% Native American and 0.22% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.45% of the population.

There were 184 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.0% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.5% were non-families. 28.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.4% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 22.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,375, and the median income for a family was $50,893. Males had a median income of $32,000 versus $25,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,129. About 2.3% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.5% of those under age 18 and 10.0% of those age 65 or over.

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Geneva Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Geneva Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 439 at the 2000 census.

Geneva Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, of which 33.0 sqmi is land and 2.6 sqmi  (7.24%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 439 people, 156 households, and 126 families residing in the township. The population density was 13.3 PD/sqmi. There were 168 housing units at an average density of 5.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.63% White, 0.23% African American, 0.23% Asian, 0.23% from other races, and 0.68% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.51% of the population.

There were 156 households, out of which 42.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.5% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.2% were non-families. 16.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.9% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,563, and the median income for a family was $48,594. Males had a median income of $27,045 versus $28,438 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,674. About 3.2% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.1% of those under age 18 and 1.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Glenville, Minnesota

Glenville is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States, near Albert Lea. It is along the Shell Rock River. The population was 643 at the 2010 census.

History
First platted as Shell Rock in 1856, Glenville was then incorporated in 1898. The name Glenville was created by the officers of the railroad company.

In 1870 the Burlington, Cedar Rapids, and Northern railroads were run through Glenville.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.18 sqmi, of which 1.12 sqmi is land and 0.06 sqmi is water.

Glenville is located along U.S. Highway 65 and Freeborn County Road 13. I-35 is nearby.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 643 people, 278 households, and 179 families living in the city. The population density was 574.1 PD/sqmi. There were 290 housing units at an average density of 258.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White, 0.8% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 278 households, of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.8% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.6% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.31 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 44.2 years. 21.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3% were from 25 to 44; 29% were from 45 to 64; and 19.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.0% male and 51.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 720 people, 295 households, and 92 families living in the city. The population density was 330.4 PD/sqmi. There were 312 housing units at an average density of 143.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 0.05 White, 98% African American, 0.28% Asian, 0.42% from other races, and 0.28% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.69% of the population.

There were 295 households, out of which 30.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.5% were non-families. 24.1% 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 2.44 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 24.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,813, and the median income for a family was $49,861. Males had a median income of $34,063 versus $21,083 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,663. About 7.2% of families and 9.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.6% of those under age 18 and 8.8% of those age 65 or over.

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Hartland, Minnesota

Hartland is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 315 at the 2010 census.

History
Hartland was platted in 1877. The name is derived from Hartland, Vermont.

On December 15, 2021, parts of Hartland sustained significant damage after the town was struck by an EF2 tornado. The tornado was one of over 100 to occur during the December 2021 Midwest derecho and tornado outbreak.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.30 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 13 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 315 people, 140 households, and 78 families living in the city. The population density was 1050.0 PD/sqmi. There were 148 housing units at an average density of 493.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.8% White, 1.0% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 140 households, of which 26.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.6% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.3% were non-families. Of all households 35.0% were made up of individuals, and 12.2% 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 2.91.

The median age in the city was 36.8 years. 23.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.7% were from 25 to 44; 22.8% were from 45 to 64; and 19.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.2% male and 50.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 288 people, 134 households, and 84 families living in the city. The population density was 1,052.0 PD/sqmi. There were 144 housing units at an average density of 526.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.61% White, 1.39% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.39% of the population.

There were 134 households, out of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.3% were non-families. Of all households 32.8% 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 2.15 and the average family size was 2.74.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $46,250. Males had a median income of $29,792 versus $26,458 for females. The per capita income for the city was $22,429. About 5.1% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty five or over.

Notable person

 * American model and actress Audra Lynn, Miss October 2003 in Playboy magazine.

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Hartland Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Hartland Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 298 at the 2000 census.

Hartland Township was organized in 1858. A share of the early settlers being natives of Hartland, Vermont caused the name to be selected.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 35.9 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi  (0.08%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 298 people, 112 households, and 82 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.3 PD/sqmi. There were 120 housing units at an average density of 3.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.31% White, 0.34% Native American, 2.35% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.68% of the population.

There were 112 households, out of which 36.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.4% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.9% were non-families. 22.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.2% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $41,964. Males had a median income of $31,875 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,913. About 7.2% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 7.1% of those 65 or over.


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Hayward, Minnesota

Hayward is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States, near Albert Lea. The population was 250 at the 2010 census.

History
The community was named for David Hayward, an early settler who moved to the townsite from Postville, Iowa and returned to that state after only living in Hayward for two years. Hayward was settled around 1855 and was formally incorporated in 1925.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.63 sqmi, all land.

The city of Hayward is geographically within Hayward Township but is a separate entity.

Hayward is located along Interstate 90, as well as Freeborn County Roads 26 and 46.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 250 people, 114 households, and 72 families living in the city. The population density was 396.8 PD/sqmi. There were 123 housing units at an average density of 195.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White, 1.6% Asian, and 0.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 114 households, of which 23.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.1% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.8% were non-families. 32.5% 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 2.19 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the city was 44.5 years. 17.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.8% were from 25 to 44; 34% were from 45 to 64; and 15.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.2% male and 48.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 249 people, 111 households, and 74 families living in the city. The population density was 400.4 PD/sqmi. There were 116 housing units at an average density of 186.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.98% White, 4.02% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.02% of the population.

There were 111 households, out of which 24.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 34.2% 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 2.24 and the average family size was 2.84.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 30.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $33,750, and the median income for a family was $52,500. Males had a median income of $30,536 versus $22,361 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,750. About 4.4% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 6.5% of those 65 or over.

Culture

 * Extreme Makeover: Home Edition had built a house for a family in Hayward. The episode aired on December 6, 2008.
 * In 1930, the longest recorded game of horseshoes was played in Hayward between the postmaster and train station agent. The game lasted five months and four days. The postmaster won - 25,000 points to 24,949.

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Hayward Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Hayward Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 438 at the 2000 census.

History
Hayward Township was organized in 1859, and named for David Hayward, a pioneer settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, of which 34.6 sqmi is land and 1.0 sqmi  (2.75%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 438 people, 161 households, and 123 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.7 PD/sqmi. There were 166 housing units at an average density of 4.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.40% White, 0.23% Native American, 0.68% from other races, and 0.68% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.91% of the population.

There were 161 households, out of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.5% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.0% were non-families. 16.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.8% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $45,833, and the median income for a family was $51,406. Males had a median income of $32,143 versus $21,705 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,064. About 3.0% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.5% of those under age 18 and 3.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Hollandale, Minnesota

Hollandale is a city on State Highway 251 in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 303 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 0.44 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 303 people, 128 households, and 81 families living in the city. The population density was 688.6 PD/sqmi. There were 146 housing units at an average density of 331.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.4% White, 2.6% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.6% of the population.

There were 128 households, of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.7% were non-families. 30.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 38.8 years. 26.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 9.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.5% were from 25 to 44; 25.4% were from 45 to 64; and 17.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.1% male and 46.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 292 people, 131 households, and 88 families living in the city. The population density was 677.0 PD/sqmi. There were 137 housing units at an average density of 317.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.55% White, 4.45% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.22% of the population.

There were 131 households, out of which 25.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.8% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.73.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.9% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 26.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $41,875. Males had a median income of $33,214 versus $20,313 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,972. About 11.8% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 4.7% of those 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Earl L. Engbritson, educator and Minnesota state senator
 * Charlie Parr, country blues musician

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London Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

London Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 334 at the 2000 census.

History
London Township was organized in 1858, and named after New London, Connecticut, the former home of early settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.6 km2), all land.

The unincorporated community of London is within the township. The city of Myrtle is geographically within London Township but is a separate entity.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 334 people, 138 households, and 93 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.2 PD/sqmi. There were 149 housing units at an average density of 4.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.70% White, and 0.30% (1 person) from two or more races.

There were 138 households, out of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.5% were married couples living together, 0.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.9% were non-families. 29.7% 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 2.42 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $43,571. Males had a median income of $24,615 versus $22,778 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,882. About 1.1% of families and 1.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 3.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Manchester, Minnesota

Manchester is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 57 at the 2010 census.

History
Manchester was laid out in 1878, and named after Manchester Township, Illinois, the former home of an early settler. Manchester was platted in 1882. A post office was established at Manchester in 1878, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1974.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.09 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 13 serves as a main route in the community, and Interstate 90 is nearby.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 57 people, 26 households, and 15 families living in the city. The population density was 633.3 PD/sqmi. There were 30 housing units at an average density of 333.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 26 households, of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.3% were non-families. 38.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 36.8 years. 26.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.6% were from 25 to 44; 22.9% were from 45 to 64; and 19.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 59.6% male and 40.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 81 people, 32 households, and 23 families living in the city. The population density was 910.2 PD/sqmi. There were 33 housing units at an average density of 370.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 32 households, out of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.8% were married couples living together, 15.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 18.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.5% under the age of 18, 11.1% from 18 to 24, 23.5% from 25 to 44, 24.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,786, and the median income for a family was $49,375. Males had a median income of $35,833 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,392. There were 15.8% of families and 15.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including 19.2% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Manchester Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Manchester Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 469 at the 2000 census.

Manchester Township was organized in 1858, and named after Manchester Township, Illinois, the former home of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.1 km2), of which 35.7 square miles (92.4 km2) is land and 0.3 square mile (0.8 km2)  (0.81%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 469 people, 167 households, and 138 families residing in the township. The population density was 13.2 PD/sqmi. There were 174 housing units at an average density of 4.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.36% White, 0.43% from other races, and 0.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.64% of the population.

There were 167 households, out of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.6% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.8% were non-families. 15.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.11.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.4% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 27.1% from 25 to 44, 25.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $48,281, and the median income for a family was $50,938. Males had a median income of $29,286 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,910. About 4.5% of families and 4.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.7% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Mansfield Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Mansfield Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 289 at the 2000 census.

History
Mansfield Township was organized in 1866, and named after Mansfield, Ohio, the native home of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.6 km2), of which 36.1 square miles (93.6 km2) is land and 0.04 square mile (0.1 km2)  (0.06%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 289 people, 114 households, and 90 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.0 PD/sqmi. There were 120 housing units at an average density of 3.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.96% White, 0.35% Pacific Islander, and 0.69% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.38% of the population.

There were 114 households, out of which 27.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.9% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.2% were non-families. 18.4% 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 2.54 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the township the population was spread out, with 20.8% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 28.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,714, and the median income for a family was $46,875. Males had a median income of $30,833 versus $25,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,960. About 4.6% of families and 7.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 1.6% of those 65 or over.


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Moscow Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Moscow Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 605 at the 2000 census.

Moscow Township was organized in 1858, and named after Moscow, in Russia.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 square miles (93.9 km$2$), of which 36.1 square miles (93.5 km$2$) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.3 km$2$)  (0.36%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 605 people, 229 households, and 179 families residing in the township. The population density was 16.8 people per square mile (6.5/km$2$). There were 257 housing units at an average density of 7.1/sq mi (2.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.52% White, 0.17% African American, 0.33% Asian, 1.32% from other races, and 0.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.64% of the population.

There were 229 households, out of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.6% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.8% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 29.1% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,472, and the median income for a family was $45,208. Males had a median income of $31,023 versus $26,058 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,442. About 8.3% of families and 9.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.8% of those under age 18 and 6.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Myrtle, Minnesota

Myrtle is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 48 at the 2010 census.

History
Myrtle was platted in 1900, when the railroad was extended to that point. The Myrtle post office closed in 1993.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.11 sqmi, all land.

Myrtle is located along Freeborn County Roads 13 and 30.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 48 people, 26 households, and 12 families living in the city. The population density was 436.4 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 327.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.7% of the population.

There were 26 households, of which 15.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 30.8% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 53.8% were non-families. 53.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.85 and the average family size was 2.83.

The median age in the city was 45.5 years. 22.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 2.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.1% were from 25 to 44; 37.5% were from 45 to 64; and 12.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 58.3% male and 41.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 63 people, 30 households, and 15 families living in the city. The population density was 606.2 PD/sqmi. There were 36 housing units at an average density of 346.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.83% White and 3.17% Asian.

There were 30 households, out of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.0% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 50.0% were non-families. 43.3% 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 2.10 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.0% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 31.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 125.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 121.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $43,125. Males had a median income of $20,833 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,164. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

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Newry Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Newry Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 500 at the 2000 census.

Newry Township was organized in 1858, and named after the town of Newry in Ireland, the native home of several first settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 square miles (93.4 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 500 people, 176 households, and 146 families residing in the township. The population density was 13.9 people per square mile (5.4/km$2$). There were 189 housing units at an average density of 5.2/sq mi (2.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 95.60% White, 0.20% Asian, 3.00% from other races, and 1.20% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.20% of the population.

There were 176 households, out of which 37.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.4% were married couples living together, 4.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.0% were non-families. 13.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.8% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $47,321, and the median income for a family was $47,596. Males had a median income of $33,611 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,151. None of the families and 2.6% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 2.7% of those over 64.


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Nunda Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Nunda Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 318 at the 2000 census.

Nunda Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.8 square miles (90.1 km$2$), of which 32.9 square miles (85.2 km$2$) is land and 1.9 square miles (4.8 km$2$)  (5.35%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 318 people, 132 households, and 93 families residing in the township. The population density was 9.7 people per square mile (3.7/km$2$). There were 138 housing units at an average density of 4.2/sq mi (1.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 96.86% White, 0.31% African American, 0.31% Native American, 0.63% Asian, 1.26% from other races, and 0.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.57% of the population.

There were 132 households, out of which 24.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.7% were married couples living together, and 28.8% were non-families. 25.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.0% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 22.3% from 25 to 44, 28.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 45 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,917, and the median income for a family was $50,938. Males had a median income of $29,750 versus $21,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,644. About 3.3% of families and 2.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 7.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Oakland Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Oakland Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 430 at the 2000 census.

Oakland Township was organized in 1857, and named for the groves of oak within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.2 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 430 people, 155 households, and 128 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.9 people per square mile (4.6/km$2$). There were 163 housing units at an average density of 4.5/sq mi (1.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.67% White, 0.47% Asian, 0.93% from other races, and 0.93% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.86% of the population.

There were 155 households, out of which 38.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.2% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.8% were non-families. 12.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.77 and the average family size was 3.02.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $49,063, and the median income for a family was $50,962. Males had a median income of $30,250 versus $24,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,611. About 6.4% of families and 7.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.5% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.


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Pickerel Lake Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Pickerel Lake Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 746 at the 2000 census.

History
Pickerel Lake Township was organized in 1865, and took its name from the Pickerel Lake. Rudolph Hanson (1903-2002), Minnesota lawyer and politician, was born in Pickerel Lake Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 square miles (92.3 km$2$), of which 34.8 square miles (90.0 km$2$) is land and 0.9 square mile (2.3 km$2$)  (2.50%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 746 people, 266 households, and 221 families residing in the township. The population density was 21.5 people per square mile (8.3/km$2$). There were 273 housing units at an average density of 7.9/sq mi (3.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.26% White, 0.13% Native American, 0.54% from other races, and 1.07% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.28% of the population.

There were 266 households, out of which 37.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.2% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.9% were non-families. 13.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.80 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.8% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 27.7% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $54,063, and the median income for a family was $57,031. Males had a median income of $36,375 versus $26,667 for females. The per capita income for the township was $26,346. About 4.1% of families and 3.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.0% of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Riceland Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Riceland Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 489 at the 2000 census.

History
Riceland Township was organized in 1858, and named for a former lake noted for its wild rice.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.4 km$2$), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 489 people, 183 households, and 148 families residing in the township. The population density was 13.6 people per square mile (5.2/km$2$). There were 190 housing units at an average density of 5.3/sq mi (2.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.59% White, and 0.41% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.61% of the population.

There were 183 households, out of which 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.5% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.6% were non-families. 15.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.4% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 26.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 122.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,063, and the median income for a family was $48,036. Males had a median income of $32,708 versus $20,313 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,884. About 6.3% of families and 8.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Shell Rock Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Shell Rock Township is a township in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 430 at the 2000 census.

Shell Rock Township was organized in 1857, and named after the Shell Rock River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.7 square miles (87.3 km$2$), of which 33.7 square miles (87.3 km$2$) is land and 0.03% is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 430 people, 183 households, and 127 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.8 people per square mile (4.9/km$2$). There were 201 housing units at an average density of 6.0/sq mi (2.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.07% White, 0.23% Asian, 0.47% from other races, and 0.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.09% of the population.

There were 183 households, out of which 30.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.7% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.6% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 30.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,219, and the median income for a family was $42,321. Males had a median income of $27,125 versus $24,464 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,867. About 4.9% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.7% of those under age 18 and 3.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Twin Lakes, Freeborn County, Minnesota

Twin Lakes is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States, near Albert Lea. The population was 134 at the 2020 census.

History
Twin Lakes was platted in 1858, and named for pair of lakes near the town site. The railroad was extended to town in 1878. A post office was established at Twin Lakes in 1881.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.551 sqmi, of which 0.487 sqmi is land and 0.021 sqmi is water.

Twin Lakes is along U.S. Highway 69. I-35 is nearby.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 151 people, 76 households, and 38 families living in the city. The population density was 308.2 PD/sqmi. There were 85 housing units at an average density of 173.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.4% White, 2.0% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 76 households, of which 18.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.8% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 50.0% were non-families. 42.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.99 and the average family size was 2.63.

The median age in the city was 49.5 years. 17.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.5% were from 25 to 44; 44.3% were from 45 to 64; and 11.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 55.0% male and 45.0% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 168 people, 80 households, and 44 families living in the city. The population density was 350.4 PD/sqmi. There were 83 housing units at an average density of 173.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.40% White and 0.60% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.79% of the population.

There were 80 households, out of which 22.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.3% were married couples living together, 7.5% 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 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.0% under the age of 18, 11.3% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 29.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $34,688. Males had a median income of $30,625 versus $22,321 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,258. About 8.1% of families and 15.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 9.5% of those 65 or over.

title: Twin Lakes, Freeborn County, Minnesota


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Belle Creek Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Belle Creek Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 437 at the 2000 census.

History
Belle Creek Township was organized in 1858, and took its name from the Belle Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 437 people, 159 households, and 121 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.3 PD/sqmi. There were 165 housing units at an average density of 4.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.63% White, 0.23% Pacific Islander, and 1.14% from two or more races.

There were 159 households, out of which 40.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.6% were married couples living together, 4.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.3% were non-families. 20.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 119.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $52,188, and the median income for a family was $53,500. Males had a median income of $35,179 versus $22,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,226. About 5.5% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.9% of those under age 18 and 8.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Belvidere Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Belvidere Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 458 at the 2000 census.

History
Belvidere Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi, all land.

Belvidere Mills
Belvidere Mills is still an existing, unincorporated community in sections 4 and 5 of Belvidere Township. A post office was located in Belvidere Mills from 1877 to 1905, as well as a station on the Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul Railroad.

Thoten/Belvidere
A post office existed within the township from 1878 to 1883, by the name of Thoten, and briefly by the name of Belvidere. The community of Thoten/Belvidere also had a flour mill on Wells Creek.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 458 people, 149 households, and 120 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.9 PD/sqmi. There were 157 housing units at an average density of 4.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.16% White, 0.44% Native American, 1.31% Asian, and 1.09% from two or more races.

There were 149 households, out of which 42.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.5% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.8% were non-families. 15.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.07 and the average family size was 3.43.

In the township the population was spread out, with 34.5% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 30.6% from 25 to 44, 18.8% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,972, and the median income for a family was $57,639. Males had a median income of $26,875 versus $30,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,317. About 9.9% of families and 11.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.5% of those under age 18 and 15.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Cannon Falls, Minnesota

Cannon Falls is a city in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 4,083 at the 2010 census. Located along U.S. Route 52, southeast of the Twin Cities, Cannon Falls is the home of Pachyderm Studio, where many famous musicians have recorded, including Nirvana, which recorded its 1993 album In Utero there.

Cannon Falls is named for the falls along the Cannon River and serves as the western trailhead for the Cannon Valley Trail.

History

The first settler was Edway Stoughton. A Charles Parks settled the land that is now Cannon Falls in July 1854. Cannon Falls village proper was laid out by Richard and William Freeborn and platted in 1855 by county surveyor S. A. Hart. The village was incorporated March 10, 1857. A post office was established as Cannon River Falls in 1855, and the name was shortened to Cannon Falls in 1889. Cannon Falls was reincorporated as a city in 1905.

An abundance of water power from both the Big and Little Cannon Rivers attracted manufacturers and capital investment. The first flouring mill was built by R. C. Knox & Co., in 1857. Other manufacturers, such as a wool mill, a grist mill, and a mill producing syrup from amber cane, used power generated from the Little Cannon River starting in 1861.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.45 sqmi, of which 4.35 sqmi is land and 0.10 sqmi is water. U.S. Highway 52, State Highways 19 and 20, and County Road 24 are the main routes in the city.

Lake Byllesby, a reservoir of the Cannon River, lies just west of town.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 4,083 people, 1,708 households, and 1,061 families living in the city. The population density was 938.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,869 housing units at an average density of 429.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.3% White, 2.4% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 1,708 households, of which 31.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.9% were non-families. Of all households, 32.1% were made up of individuals, and 15% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 40 years. 23.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.3% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 17% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,795 people, 1,550 households, and 996 families living in the city. The population density was 946.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,611 housing units at an average density of 401.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.18% White, 0.18% African American, 0.29% Native American, 0.66% Asian, 0.42% from other races, and 0.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.08% of the population.

There were 1,550 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.4% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. Of all households, 31.2% were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,721, and the median income for a family was $53,903. Males had a median income of $37,095 versus $24,906 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,820. About 3.5% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.7% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The city uses a mayor–city administrator governmental system. Matt Montgomery is mayor, and Neil Jensen is the City Administrator.

The Cannon Falls Library is the city's public library. It is a member of Southeastern Libraries Cooperating, the SE Minnesota library region. The director is Justin Padgett. In the late 20th century, the Library occupied Fireman's Hall, an 1888 Italianate limestone building with two arched entrances and four arched windows along the facade. Fireman's Hall is now the home of the local Historical Society.

Education
The public school district located in Cannon Falls, Minnesota was founded in 1893. It comprises Cannon Falls High School, Cannon Falls Middle School, and Cannon Falls Elementary School.

High and middle schools
The high school and middle school share a site. Enrollment in grades 6 through 12 was 750 students as of the 2017/2018 school year. As of 2023 the principal is Tim Hodges, and the district superintendent is Jeff Sampson.

 * Supported sports teams

 * Football (M,W)
 * Baseball (M)
 * Basketball (M,W)
 * Cheerleading (W)
 * Cross Country (M,W)
 * Dance Team (W)
 * Drama (M,W)
 * Golf (M,W)
 * Ice hockey (M,W)
 * Soccer (M,W)
 * Softball (W)
 * Speech (M,W)
 * Tennis (W)
 * Track (M,W)
 * Trap shooting (M,W)
 * Volleyball (W)
 * Weightlifting (M,W)
 * Wrestling (M)

Elementary school
Grades K–5 have an enrollment total of 607 students. The current principal as of 2023 is Jennifer Chappuis. While the high school has the name Bombers as their mascot, the elementary school has adopted the name Trailblazers, due to criticisms of the old name's violent connotations.

Private schools
St. Paul's Lutheran School is a Christian pre-school and K–8 school of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) in Cannon Falls.

Religion
St. Paul's Lutheran Church is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) in Cannon Falls. The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Notable people
Colonel William J. Colvill, a hero of the Battle of Gettysburg, is buried in the Cannon Falls Cemetery. American singer-songwriter Caitlyn Smith was born here June 13, 1986.

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Cannon Falls Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Cannon Falls Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,236 at the 2000 census.

Cannon Falls Township was organized in 1858, and named for the falls on the Cannon River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.9 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,236 people, 417 households, and 354 families residing in the township. The population density was 36.5 PD/sqmi. There were 427 housing units at an average density of 12.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.43% White, 0.16% African American, 0.16% Native American and 0.24% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.73% of the population.

There were 417 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.5% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.9% were non-families. 10.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.96 and the average family size was 3.19.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.3% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 26.4% from 25 to 44, 28.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $66,250, and the median income for a family was $69,375. Males had a median income of $48,472 versus $30,595 for females. The per capita income for the township was $29,568. About 0.8% of families and 1.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 5.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Cherry Grove Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Cherry Grove Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 430 at the 2000 census.

Cherry Grove Township was organized in 1858, and named for the groves of cherry trees within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 38.3 sqmi, all of it land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 430 people, 150 households, and 117 families residing in the township. The population density was 11.2 PD/sqmi. There were 152 housing units at an average density of 4.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.07% White, 0.23% African American, and 0.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.70% of the population.

There were 150 households, out of which 37.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74.7% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 18.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.87 and the average family size was 3.27.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.8% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $52,898, and the median income for a family was $54,191. Males had a median income of $33,542 versus $22,083 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,093. About 5.7% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 17.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Featherstone Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Featherstone Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 785 at the 2000 census.

History
Featherstone Township was organized in 1858, and named for William Featherstone, an early settler.

Notable person
Lyle Mehrkens (1937-2018), Minnesota state legislator and farmer, was born in Featherstone Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 785 people, 274 households, and 241 families residing in the township. The population density was 21.9 PD/sqmi. There were 282 housing units at an average density of 7.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.73% White, 0.25% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.38% from other races, and 0.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.76% of the population.

There were 274 households, out of which 36.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 82.1% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 12.0% were non-families. 9.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% 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 3.06.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.8% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 29.3% from 45 to 64, and 12.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $56,136, and the median income for a family was $60,417. Males had a median income of $37,125 versus $24,792 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,489. About 0.8% of families and 1.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.1% of those under age 18 and 3.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Florence Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Florence Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,450 at the 2000 census. A small part of the city of Lake City extends geographically within the township, but is a separate entity. The unincorporated area of Frontenac is also located within the township.

History
Florence Township was organized in 1858, and named for Florence Graham, the daughter of a county judge.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 40.5 sqmi, of which 34.9 sqmi is land and 5.6 sqmi (13.88%) is water.

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 61.svg|25px]] U.S. Route 61, [[Image:US 63.svg|25px]] U.S. Route 63 (Co-signed throughout the township).

Major

 * Mississippi River
 * Lake Pepin

Minor

 * Frontenac Lake
 * Sugar Loaf Creek
 * Wells Creek

Parks

 * Frontenac State Park
 * Perched Valley Wildlife Management Area

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,450 people, 524 households, and 408 families residing in the township. The population density was 41.5 PD/sqmi. There were 633 housing units at an average density of 18.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.76% White, 0.41% African American, 0.41% Native American, 0.28% Asian, and 0.14% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.34% of the population.

There were 524 households, out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.5% were married couples living together, 4.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.1% were non-families. 18.1% 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 2.57 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.5% under the age of 18, 4.6% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 29.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $53,971, and the median income for a family was $59,297. Males had a median income of $35,260 versus $26,957 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,276. About 2.1% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under age 18 and 7.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Goodhue, Minnesota

Goodhue is a city in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,176 at the 2010 census.

History

Goodhue was incorporated in 1889. Goodhue formerly had a rail line running through the eastern edge of the incorporated area, roughly parallel to and west of State Highway 58.

The Goodhue Area Historical Society constructed a museum in the community named in honor of James M. Goodhue, a newspaperman who was the first editor of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Since the mid-1990s, Goodhue, like many Midwestern municipalities with medium to large elevator operations, has seen its housing base and population grow.

The first significant growth in 20 years began with construction of several homes in an annexed area north of Third Avenue and west of Sixth Street known as "East side".

The Goodhue Wildcats won Class A State Championships in football in both 2003 and 2007, and the Goodhue Girls Basketball won the Class A State Championship in 2016, 2017, and 2024.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.94 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 58 and County Highway 9 are two of the main routes in the community.

The Goodhue K–12 High School is located on 510 3rd Avenue, Goodhue, MN 55027.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,176 people, 415 households, and 307 families living in the city. The population density was 1251.1 PD/sqmi. There were 443 housing units at an average density of 471.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 89.9% White, 0.3% African American, 0.9% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 7.7% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 12.8% of the population.

There were 415 households, of which 47.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.2% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.0% were non-families. Of all households, 23.6% were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.83 and the average family size was 3.37.

The median age in the city was 30.6 years. 32.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.1% were from 25 to 44; 17.8% were from 45 to 64; and 9.4% 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 778 people, 293 households, and 196 families living in the city. The population density was 853.8 PD/sqmi. There were 298 housing units at an average density of 327.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.37% White, 0.13% Native American, 0.13% Asian, 3.34% from other races, and 1.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.01% of the population.

There were 293 households, out of which 35.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.0% were married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.8% were non-families. Of all households, 27.3% were made up of individuals, and 13.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.28.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 29.4% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $43,250, and the median income for a family was $49,531. Males had a median income of $32,031 versus $21,765 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,873. About 1.0% of families and 3.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 11.3% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Gerald Heaney, United States federal appellate court judge, was born in Goodhue.
 * Victor H. Schulz, Minnesota state legislator and farmer, lived in Goodhue.

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Goodhue Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Goodhue Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 530 at the 2000 census.

History
Goodhue Township was organized in 1859.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.0 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 530 people, 173 households, and 142 families residing in the township. The population density was 15.2 PD/sqmi. There were 177 housing units at an average density of 5.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.11% White, 0.75% Asian, 0.94% from other races, and 0.19% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.13% of the population.

There were 173 households, out of which 39.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.1% were married couples living together, 2.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.9% were non-families. 12.7% 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 3.06 and the average family size was 3.37.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.3% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 114.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $49,500, and the median income for a family was $50,625. Males had a median income of $31,172 versus $20,962 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,786. About 2.9% of families and 2.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.1% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Hay Creek Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Hay Creek Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 862 at the 2000 census. The unincorporated community of Hay Creek is located within the township.

Hay Creek Township was organized in 1858, and took its name from Hay Creek.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.3 sqmi, all land.

State Highway 58 (MN 58) serves as a main route in the township.

A Lutheran church formerly existed in this township. In 1883, the church building was sold to the newly organized Salem Church in Yellow Bank Township. The structure was dismantled and shipped from Goodhue County to Lac qui Parle County by rail. (Jon Willand, A Stirring on the Prairie).

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 862 people, 280 households, and 241 families residing in the township. The population density was 25.1 PD/sqmi. There were 289 housing units at an average density of 8.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.68% White, 1.16% Native American, 0.46% Asian, 0.23% from other races, and 0.46% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.58% of the population.

There were 280 households, out of which 45.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.6% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.6% were non-families. 7.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.08 and the average family size was 3.27.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.0% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $63,594, and the median income for a family was $63,500. Males had a median income of $38,056 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,034. About 2.9% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under age 18 and 5.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Holden Township, Goodhue County, Minnesota

Holden Township is a township in Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 457 at the 2000 census.

Holden Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 457 people, 146 households, and 120 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.7 PD/sqmi. There were 147 housing units at an average density of 4.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.25% White, 1.53% Asian and 0.22% Pacific Islander.

There were 146 households, out of which 45.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.9% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.8% were non-families. 13.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.13 and the average family size was 3.37.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.4% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 25.4% from 45 to 64, and 6.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,563, and the median income for a family was $52,500. Males had a median income of $31,750 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,806. About 11.3% of families and 12.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.9% of those under age 18 and 31.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Kenyon, Minnesota

Kenyon is a city in southwestern Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States, located along the North Fork of the Zumbro River. It was founded in 1856 and named in honor of Kenyon College. It is known for the Boulevard of roses on main street, which is the namesake of the town festival "Rosefest" held every August. The population was 1,815 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.35 sqmi, of which 2.34 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Minnesota State Highways 56 and 60 are two of the main routes in the city. Minnesota State Highway 246 is immediately north of Kenyon.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,815 people, 755 households, and 465 families living in the city. The population density was 775.6 PD/sqmi. There were 841 housing units at an average density of 359.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 3.8% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.7% of the population.

There were 755 households, of which 29.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.4% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.4% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the city was 41.3 years. 23.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 23.7% were from 45 to 64; and 20.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,661 people, 677 households, and 440 families living in the city. The population density was 736.6 PD/sqmi. There were 719 housing units at an average density of 318.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.21% White, 0.12% African American, 0.18% Native American, 1.02% Asian, 1.93% from other races, and 0.54% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.77% of the population.

There were 677 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.4% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.9% were non-families. 29.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 19.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,786, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $34,000 versus $22,255 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,569. About 2.3% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.9% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * C. L. Brusletten, legislator and businessman
 * Stephanie Edwards
 * Mark Rein·Hagen - Game designer and author
 * Clifford L. Hilton - Minnesota Supreme Court justice
 * Mabel Johnson Leland – lecturer, translator
 * Luke Redfield - Singer/songwriter
 * Steve Sviggum - 55th Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives
 * Andrew Volstead - Politician known for the Volstead Act

title: Kenyon, Minnesota