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Kinney, Minnesota

Kinney is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 152 at the time of the 2020 census.

History
Kinney gets its name from Hon. O. D. Kinney (Orrin Day Kinney; 1845–1911), who was one of the original European owners of the Merritt site in 1892 along with Judge J.T. Hale, and Capt. Joseph Sellwood. The land was originally occupied by Algonquian-speaking tribes, including the Ojibwe, Ottawa, and Potawatomi.

Republic of Kinney
Mary P. Anderson (1915–2007) was elected the first female mayor of Kinney (and on the Iron Range) from 1973 to 2002. By 1977, the City of Kinney, with a population of 325 according to the 1970 census, suffered from a failing water system, and was faced with a replacement cost of $186,000. After numerous unsuccessful attempts to secure funding from state and federal agencies due to bureaucratic red tape, agencies such as the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), and the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Commission (IRRRC), the city council was led to believe that it would be easier to receive foreign aid if Kinney seceded from the union, declared war, and lost immediately. Mayor Mary Anderson and a supportive Kinney City Council sent a secession letter to U.S. Secretary of State Cyrus Vance on July 13, 1977.

The secession was never officially acknowledged by Vance or the U.S. The news story broke locally in the Mesabi Daily News on February 5, 1978, in an article by Ginny Wennen entitled "Move over Monaco, here comes Kinney." The story garnered national and international attention beginning on February 7, 1978, when the story was featured on the NBC Nightly News with David Brinkley.

Jeno Paulucci, a businessman based in Duluth, Minnesota, was the first to acknowledge the new republic and offer 'foreign aid' in the form of a dark brown 1974 Ford LTD police squad car and 10 cases of Jenos Sausage Pizza Mix on February 13, 1978. The squad car was painted with a Republic of Kinney shield on the driver's side that read "Commander in Chief, Republic of Kinney," and "Chief of Police, Kinney, Mn." on the passenger side.

In November 1978, the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) approved $198,000 grant, allocated in three payments of $66,000 per year from the Taconite Area Environmental Protection Fund, to repair the existing water system, construct cement runoff basins, and install additional fire hydrants.

The Republic of Kinney went on to create and sell over 1,600 passports between March and April 1978 at $1.00 apiece. Later the republic created buttons and sold T-shirts, and had a summer festival called 'Secession Days', which was first held during the weekend of August 1–2, 1987.

The city celebrated the 30th anniversary of its "independence" as the Republic of Kinney during the weekend of July 13–15, 2007. In conjunction with the 30th anniversary of the Kinney secession, the city published a book titled Republic of Kinney.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.83 sqmi; 4.62 sqmi is land and 0.21 sqmi is water. U.S. Highway 169 serves as a main route in the area.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 169 people, 70 households, and 43 families living in the city. The population density was 36.6 PD/sqmi. There were 83 housing units at an average density of 18.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.2% Native American, and 1.2% from two or more races.

There were 70 households, of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.7% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.6% were non-families. 27.1% 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 2.41 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 40.1 years. 22.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.2% were from 25 to 44; 33.1% were from 45 to 64; and 11.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 52.1% male and 47.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 199 people, 82 households, and 61 families living in the city. The population density was 43.6 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 19.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.47% White, 2.01% Native American, and 3.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.02% of the population. 25.3% were of Finnish, 19.2% German, 8.9% Irish, 8.2% Norwegian, 6.8% Swedish, 6.2% French Canadian and 6.2% Italian ancestry.

There were 82 households, out of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.0% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.4% were non-families. 22.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.8% 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 2.73.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.6% under the age of 18, 3.5% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 20.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,000, and the median income for a family was $33,125. Males had a median income of $31,667 versus $17,361 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,756. About 9.4% of families and 13.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 29.4% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

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Kugler Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Kugler Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 175 at the 2010 census.

State Highway 135 (MN 135) serves as a main route in the township. MN 135 runs north–south through the township.

Wahlsten Road (Saint Louis County Road 26) runs east–west through the southern portion of the township.

The unincorporated community of Wahlsten is located within Kugler Township.

History
Kugler Township was named for Fred Kugler, a county official.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi; 35.4 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi, or 0.73%, is water.

Fullers Creek flows through the western portion of Kugler Township. Owens Creek flows through the northeast corner of the township.

The Pike River Recreation Area is located in the southwest corner of the township near the junction of MN 135 and Wahlsten Road.

The Taconite Snowmobile Trail runs north–south through Kugler Township.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Kugler Township :

 * The city of Tower (north)
 * The unincorporated community of Soudan (north)
 * Breitung Township (north)
 * Eagles Nest Township (northeast)
 * Bear Head Lake State Park (east)
 * Bear Island State Forest (east)
 * Waasa Township (southeast)
 * Embarrass Township (south)
 * The unincorporated community of Embarrass (south)
 * Pike Township (southwest)
 * Vermilion Lake Township (west)
 * The unincorporated community of Peyla (west)
 * Greenwood Township (northwest)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 200 people, 71 households, and 51 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.7 PD/sqmi. There were 93 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.50% White, 0.50% Asian, 1.00% Pacific Islander, 1.00% from other races, and 1.00% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.50% of the population.

There were 71 households, out of which 40.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.4% were married couples living together, 2.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.8% were non-families. 21.1% of all households 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 2.82 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 31.0% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 7.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 115.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 122.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,167, and the median income for a family was $49,063. Males had a median income of $47,750 versus $30,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,601. About 14.0% of families and 12.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.7% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.

Media
The official newspaper of Kugler Township is the Timberjay. The Timberjay is published weekly, with a circulation of over 1000.

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Lakewood Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Lakewood Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,252 in 2018 as estimated by the Minnesota State Demographic Center.

Jean Duluth Road, West Tischer Road, North Tischer Road, Lakewood Road, and Strand Road are five of the main routes in the township.

Lakewood Township was named for its groves.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 27.8 sqmi, all land.

The French River flows through the northeast corner of the township. The Lester River flows through the western portion of Lakewood Township. The Talmadge River also flows through the township.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Lakewood Township :

 * The city of Rice Lake (west)
 * Duluth Township (east)
 * Normanna Township (north)
 * Gnesen Township (northwest)
 * The city of Duluth (south)
 * The neighborhood of Lakeside – Lester Park (south)
 * The neighborhood of Morley Heights / Parkview (south)
 * The neighborhood of North Shore (south)

Jean Duluth Road (County Road 37) runs north–south along Lakewood Township's western boundary line with adjacent city of Rice Lake.

McQuade Road runs north–south along Lakewood Township's eastern boundary line with adjacent Duluth Township.

Lismore Road runs east–west along Lakewood Township's northern boundary line with adjacent Normanna Township. Zimmerman Road is also in the vicinity.

Medin Road runs east–west near Lakewood Township's southern boundary line with adjacent city of Duluth in the southwest corner of the township. Oak Street follows the actual southern boundary line in two separate disjointed sections.

Lester River Road (County Road 12) runs north–south through the middle of the township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,013 people, 710 households, and 553 families living in the township. The population density was 72.5 PD/sqmi. There were 735 housing units at an average density of 26.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.81% White, 0.35% African American, 0.50% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.15% from other races, and 0.79% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.40% of the population.

There were 710 households, out of which 39.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.0% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the township the population was spread out, with 30.6% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, 29.0% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 7.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,700, and the median income for a family was $56,833. Males had a median income of $40,329 versus $27,222 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,086. About 3.5% of families and 6.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.7% of those under the age of 18 and 2.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Lavell Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Lavell Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 303 at the 2010 census.

Saint Louis County Highways 5, 16, 25, and 27 are four of the main routes in Lavell Township.

Lavell Township bears the name of a French settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 108.3 sqmi; 107.8 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi, or 0.48%, is water.

The West Swan River and the East Swan River both flow through the western portion of Lavell Township.

The West Two River flows through the northeast corner of the township.

The Saint Louis River flows through the southeast portion of Lavell Township.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Lavell Township :

 * McDavitt Township (east)
 * The unincorporated community of Zim (east)
 * Kelsey Township (southeast)
 * Toivola Township (south)
 * Cedar Valley Township (southwest)
 * Janette Lake Unorganized Territory (west)
 * The unincorporated community of Silica (west)
 * The city of Hibbing (west and northwest)
 * Cherry Township (north)
 * Clinton Township (northeast)
 * The unincorporated community of Forbes (northeast)

Saint Louis County Highway 5 (CR 5) runs north–south along Lavell Township's western boundary line with adjacent city of Hibbing in the northwest portion of the township. Highway 5 also runs north–south through the southern middle of the township.

County Highway 16 (CR 16) runs east–west along Lavell Township's northern boundary line with adjacent Cherry Township.

County Highway 25 (CR 25) runs north–south through the northeast portion of Lavell Township.

County Highway 27 (CR 27) runs east–west through the middle of Lavell Township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 363 people, 131 households, and 105 families living in the township. The population density was 3.4 PD/sqmi. There were 159 housing units at an average density of 1.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 92.29% White, 0.83% African American, 1.65% Native American, 0.28% Asian, 2.48% from other races, and 2.48% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.58% of the population.

There were 131 households, out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.4% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.8% were non-families. 15.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.3% 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 3.04.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.5% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 29.2% from 45 to 64, and 8.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,056, and the median income for a family was $44,643. Males had a median income of $40,938 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,538. About 7.5% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.0% of those under age 18 and 22.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Leiding Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Leiding Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 400 at the 2010 census.

U.S. Highway 53 serves as a main route in the township. Other routes include Orr–Buyck Road (Saint Louis County Road 23) and Nett Lake Road (also County Road 23).

The unincorporated communities of Cusson and Glendale are located within Leiding Township.

The city of Orr is located within Leiding Township geographically but is a separate entity.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 141.0 sqmi; 122.5 sqmi is land and 18.5 sqmi, or 13.12%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 452 people, 193 households, and 133 families living in the township. The population density was 3.7 people per square mile (1.4/km$2$). There were 417 housing units at an average density of 3.4/sq mi (1.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 75.22% White, 20.35% Native American, 1.77% Asian, 0.88% from other races, and 1.77% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.66%.

Of the 193 households 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.6% were non-families. 29.0% of households were one person and 9.3% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.78.

The age distribution was 22.3% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.9% 65 or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.7 males.

The median household income was $39,464 and the median family income was $40,592. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,796. About 7.0% of families and 9.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.5% of those under age 18 and 4.5% of those age 65 or over.

Media
The official newspaper of Leiding is the Timberjay. The Timberjay is published weekly, with a circulation of over 1000.


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Leonidas, Minnesota

Leonidas is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 50 at the 2020 census.

Saint Louis County Roads 101 and 755, 1st Street, and 13th Avenue West are the main routes in the community. The city of Leonidas is located immediately west of the city of Eveleth.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.44 sqmi; 1.28 sqmi is land and 0.16 sqmi is water.

Leonidas is adjacent to the neighborhood of West Eveleth.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 52 people, 24 households, and 13 families living in the city. The population density was 40.6 PD/sqmi. There were 27 housing units at an average density of 21.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.2% White, 1.9% Native American, and 1.9% from two or more races.

There were 24 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.8% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the city was 46.5 years. 21.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23% were from 25 to 44; 40.3% were from 45 to 64; and 11.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.1% male and 51.9% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 60 people, 26 households, and 19 families living in the city. The population density was 45.1 PD/sqmi. There were 27 housing units at an average density of 20.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.33% White, and 1.67% from two or more races. 55.9% were of Swedish, 17.6% German and 11.8% Finnish ancestry.

There were 26 households, out of which 34.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.7% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.9% were non-families. 15.4% 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 2.31 and the average family size was 2.58.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 30.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $19,167, and the median income for a family was $19,583. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $40,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,023. There were 20.0% of families and 14.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including 10.0% of under eighteens and 14.3% of those over 64.

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Linden Grove Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Linden Grove Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 145 at the 2010 census.

State Highway 1 (MN 1) and State Highway 73 (MN 73) are two of the main routes in the township. Highway 1 runs east–west through the township. Highway 73 runs north–south through the township.

The unincorporated communities of Meadow Brook and Linden Grove are located within Linden Grove Township. Cook and Orr are both nearby.

Linden Grove Township was named for the groves of linden trees within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, Linden Grove Township has a total area of 35.4 sqmi, all land.

The unincorporated community of Linden Grove, within Linden Grove Township, is located 14 miles south of Orr, and eight miles west of Cook.

The Little Fork River flows through the northwest, central, and southeast portions of Linden Grove Township.

Beaver Creek flows through the northwest part of the township.

The west–central and southern portions of Linden Grove Township are located within the Sturgeon River State Forest.

Adjacent townships and communities
The following are adjacent to Linden Grove Township:

 * Field Township (east and northeast)
 * Alango Township (southeast)
 * Sturgeon Township (south)
 * The unincorporated community of Sturgeon (south)
 * Morcom Township (southwest)
 * The unincorporated community of Bear River (southwest)
 * Sturgeon River Unorganized Territory (west)
 * The unincorporated community of Celina (west)
 * Northwest Saint Louis Unorganized Territory (northwest)
 * The unincorporated community of Greaney (northwest)
 * Willow Valley Township (north)
 * The unincorporated community of Gheen Corner (northeast)
 * Kabetogama State Forest (north)

Unincorporated communities

 * Linden Grove
 * Meadow Brook

Carpenter Road runs north–south along Linden Grove Township's eastern boundary line with adjacent Field Township.

Olson Road runs east–west along Linden Grove Township's northern boundary line with adjacent Willow Valley Township in the northwest and north–central part of Linden Grove Township.

Range Line Road–County Road 139 (CR 139) runs north–south along Linden Grove Township's western boundary line with adjacent Sturgeon River Unorganized Territory. The roadway is in two separate disjointed sections.

Leander Road runs east–west along Linden Grove Township's southern boundary line with adjacent Sturgeon Township in the southwest corner of Linden Grove Township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 141 people, 54 households, and 38 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.0 PD/sqmi. There were 89 housing units at an average density of 2.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 90.78% White, 3.55% Native American, 3.55% Asian, and 2.13% from two or more races.

There were 54 households, out of which 42.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.6% were non-families. 24.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.6% under the age of 18, 2.8% from 18 to 24, 31.9% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 10.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,500, and the median income for a family was $48,125. Males had a median income of $34,167 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,004. There were none of the families and 3.1% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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McDavitt Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

McDavitt Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 459 at the 2010 census.

Saint Louis County Highway 7 serves as a main route in the township.

The unincorporated communities of Sax and Zim are both located within McDavitt Township.

The unincorporated community of Forbes also extends into the northern portion of the township.

History
McDavitt Township was named for J. A. McDavitt, an early figure in the local lumber industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 72.4 sqmi; 71.2 sqmi is land and 1.2 sqmi, or 1.70%, is water.

The Saint Louis River flows through the northern portion of McDavitt Township.

Adjacent townships and communities
The following are adjacent to McDavitt Township :

 * Lavell Township (west)
 * Ellsburg Township (east)
 * Clinton Township (north)
 * Cherry Township (northwest)
 * Fayal Township (northeast)
 * Kelsey Township (south)
 * Toivola Township (southwest)
 * Cotton Township (southeast)
 * Heikkala Lake Unorganized Territory (east)
 * The unincorporated community of Central Lakes (east)
 * The unincorporated community of Makinen (east)
 * The city of Eveleth (northeast)

Unincorporated communities

 * Forbes
 * Sax
 * Zim

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 487 people, 188 households, and 149 families living in the township. The population density was 6.8 PD/sqmi. There were 229 housing units at an average density of 3.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.10% White, 0.41% African American, 1.64% Native American, 0.21% Asian, 0.21% Pacific Islander, 0.62% from other races, and 0.82% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.03% of the population.

There were 188 households, out of which 35.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.2% were married couples living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.7% were non-families. 19.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.9% 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 2.93.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 30.0% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,625, and the median income for a family was $43,500. Males had a median income of $37,000 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,251. About 9.5% of families and 14.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.1% of those under age 18 and 19.6% of those age 65 or over.


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McKinley, St. Louis County, Minnesota

McKinley is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States; located within the Iron Range region of Minnesota. The population was 103 at the 2020 census.

State Highway 135 (MN 135), Saint Louis County Road 20 (CR 20), and Main Street are three of the main routes in McKinley.

McKinley is located seven miles east of the city of Virginia. Gilbert and Biwabik are nearby.

History
A post office called McKinley was established in 1892, and remained in operation until 1991. The city was named for three McKinley brothers (Duncan, John, and William) who were businessmen in the mining industry. McKinley was incorporated in 1892.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.571 sqmi; 1.426 sqmi is land and 0.147 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 128 people, 56 households, and 36 families living in the city. The population density was 87.7 PD/sqmi. There were 67 housing units at an average density of 45.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 93.8% White, 4.7% from other races, and 1.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.3% of the population.

There were 56 households, of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.7% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the city was 42.5 years. 25.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.5% were from 25 to 44; 29.7% were from 45 to 64; and 19.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 43.8% male and 56.3% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 80 people, 37 households, and 25 families living in the city. The population density was 103.3 PD/sqmi. There were 43 housing units at an average density of 55.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.50% White, and 2.50% from two or more races. 28.6% were of Slovene, 14.3% German, 11.9% English, 9.5% Norwegian and 7.1% Austrian ancestry.

There were 37 households, out of which 24.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.2% were married couples living together, 2.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.4% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.16 and the average family size was 2.68.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 16.3% from 45 to 64, and 28.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $48,750. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $20,313 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,384. There were 16.7% of families and 30.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 80.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

title: McKinley, St. Louis County, Minnesota


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Meadowlands Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Meadowlands Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 304 at the 2010 census.

Saint Louis County Highway 7 (CR 7) runs north–south through the eastern portion of the township. County Highway 133 (CR 133) runs east–west through the middle of Meadowlands Township. County 5 (CR 5) and County 29 (CR 29) both pass through the western portion of the township running north–south.

The city of Meadowlands is located within the township geographically but is a separate entity.

The unincorporated community of Payne is located within the northeast corner of Meadowlands Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 60.5 sqmi; 59.9 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi, or 0.98%, is water.

The Whiteface River flows through the western portion of the township.

The Whiteface River State Forest is located within Meadowlands Township.

The Saint Louis River runs north–south along Meadowlands Township's western boundary line with adjacent Elmer Township.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to Meadowlands Township :

 * Northland Township (east)
 * Elmer Township (west)
 * New Independence Township (southeast)
 * Alborn Township (south)
 * Ness Township (southwest)
 * Toivola Township (northwest)
 * Kelsey Township (north)
 * Cotton Township (northeast)

Unincorporated communities

 * Payne

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 315 people, 128 households, and 92 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.3 PD/sqmi. There were 165 housing units at an average density of 2.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.19% White, 1.90% Native American, and 1.90% from two or more races.

There were 128 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 7.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 23.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the township the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 138.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 136.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,250, and the median income for a family was $35,250. Males had a median income of $34,286 versus $30,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,321. About 9.3% of families and 12.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.4% of those under age 18 and 9.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Midway Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Midway Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,399 at the 2010 census.

Midway Road, Becks Road, and Interstate Highway 35 are three of the main routes in the township. Other routes include North Cloquet Road, Lindahl Road, Ugstad Road, and Stark Road.

Geography
Midway Township is a half a township with 18 square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 18.0 square miles (46.6 km2), all land.

Mission Creek, Sargent Creek, and Stewart Creek, all flow through Midway Township. The Midway River flows through at the northwest corner of the township.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following municipalities and communities are adjacent to Midway Township :

 * Solway Township (northwest)
 * The city of Hermantown (north)
 * The city of Proctor (east)
 * The city of Duluth (south and east)
 * The neighborhood of Gary – New Duluth (south)
 * The neighborhood of Fond du Lac (south)
 * Thomson Township of Carlton County (west)
 * The unincorporated community of Esko (west)

Jay Cooke State Park is also to the immediate south of Midway Township.

Ugstad Road runs north–south along Midway Township's eastern boundary line with adjacent city of Proctor. Railroad Avenue also serves briefly as the boundary line between Midway Township and Proctor in the northeast corner of the township. Russell Road runs north–south along Midway Township's eastern boundary line with adjacent city of Duluth.

Solway Road runs north–south along Midway Township's western boundary line with adjacent Thomson Township of Carlton County.

Saint Louis River Road runs east–west along Midway Township's northern boundary line with adjacent city of Hermantown.

Short Line Park along Becks Road is located near Midway Township's southern boundary line with adjacent city of Duluth and the neighborhood of Gary–New Duluth.

Skyline Parkway passes through the southeast portion of Midway Township.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,479 people, 495 households, and 386 families residing in the township. The population density was 82.1 PD/sqmi. There were 509 housing units at an average density of 28.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.28% White, 2.43% Native American, 0.20% from other races, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.54% of the population. 15.8% were of German, 15.3% Swedish, 14.9% Norwegian, 10.6% Finnish, 7.4% Polish, 6.3% Irish and 5.1% French ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 495 households, out of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 6.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% 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 3.01.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 21.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,411, and the median income for a family was $47,614. Males had a median income of $39,554 versus $22,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,487. About 3.4% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.4% of those under age 18 and 3.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Morcom Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Morcom Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 94 at the 2010 census.

Saint Louis County Highways 5 and 22 are two of the main routes in the township.

The unincorporated community of Bear River is located within Morcom Township.

History
Morcom Township was named for Elisha Morcom, a businessperson in the mining industry and afterward county official.

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

The Bear River, a tributary of the Sturgeon River, flows through the northwest part of Morcom Township. The Sturgeon River flows through the northeast corner of the township.

Stoney Brook and Bear River Creek flow through the western portion of the township. Sand Creek flows through the eastern portion of the township.

Part of Morcom Township is located within the Superior National Forest in Saint Louis County.

Adjacent townships and communities
The following are adjacent to Morcom Township :

 * Sturgeon Township (east)
 * The unincorporated community of Sturgeon (east)
 * Linden Grove Township (northeast)
 * The unincorporated community of Linden Grove (northeast)
 * The unincorporated community of Meadow Brook (northeast)
 * Sturgeon River Unorganized Territory (north)
 * The unincorporated community of Celina (north)
 * Carpenter Township of Itasca County (northwest)
 * The unincorporated community of Togo (northwest)
 * Bearville Township of Itasca County (west and southwest)
 * French Township (south)
 * The unincorporated community of Side Lake (south)
 * Dark River Unorganized Territory (southeast)

Unincorporated communities

 * Bear River

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 115 people, 46 households, and 32 families living in the township. The population density was 3.2 people per square mile (1.2/km$2$). There were 61 housing units at an average density of 1.7/sq mi (0.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 95.65% White and 4.35% Native American. Of the 46 households 30.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 26.1% of households were one person and 13.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.06.

The age distribution was 24.3% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 27.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.0% 65 or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.1 males.

The median household income was $35,972 and the median family income was $37,321. Males had a median income of $40,625 versus $36,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,721. There were 11.4% of families and 14.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including 27.9% of under eighteens and 8.3% of those over 64.

Media
The official newspaper of Morcom is The Timberjay. The Timberjay is published weekly, with a circulation of over 1000.


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Morse Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Morse Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,213 at the 2010 census.

State Highways 1 (MN 1) and 169 (MN 169) are two of the main routes in the township. Other routes include Saint Louis County Road 88 (Grant–McMahan Boulevard), County Road 116 (Echo Trail), and County Road 21.

The unincorporated communities of Burntside and Robinson are in Morse Township.

The city of Ely is located within Morse Township geographically but is a separate entity.

The city of Winton is geographically within the northeast edge of the township, but is a separate entity.

History
Morse Township was named for J. C. Morse, a businessperson in the mining industry.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 138.1 sqmi; 115.6 sqmi is land and 22.5 sqmi, or 16.29%, is water.

Several rivers flow through Morse Township: the Burntside River in the west–central part of the township, a short section of the Dead River in the north–central part, the Shagawa River in the east–central part, the Bear Island River in the southeast, and the Beaver River in the southwest.

Creeks that flow through the township include Armstrong, Crab, Longstorff, and Johnson.

Burntside Lake and Shagawa Lake are both in the northern part of Morse Township. White Iron Lake is partially within the township. Part of Morse Township is in the Superior National Forest.

The southern half of the township is in the Bear Island State Forest. Part of the township is in the Burntside State Forest. The northwest corner of Morse Township is in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Adjacent townships and communities
The following are adjacent to Morse Township :

 * Eagles Nest Township (west)
 * Crab Lake Unorganized Territory (west)
 * Northeast Saint Louis Unorganized Territory (northwest)
 * Slim Lake Unorganized Territory (north)
 * Fall Lake Township of Lake County (east and northeast)
 * Stony River Township of Lake County (southeast)
 * Birch Lake Unorganized Territory (south)
 * Bear Head Lake Unorganized Territory (southwest)

Unincorporated communities

 * Burntside
 * Robinson

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,229 people, 543 households, and 363 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.6 people per square mile (4.1/km$2$). There were 1,117 housing units at an average density of 9.7/sq mi (3.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.23% White, 0.08% African American, 0.81% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.24% from other races, and 1.55% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.14% of the population.

There were 543 households, out of which 24.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.1% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the township the population was spread out, with 19.9% under the age of 18, 5.2% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 34.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $36,944, and the median income for a family was $50,417. Males had a median income of $39,896 versus $29,688 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,503. About 3.4% of families and 4.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.0% of those under age 18 and 3.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Mountain Iron, Minnesota

Mountain Iron is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States, in the heart of the Mesabi Range. The population was 2,878 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 169 serves as a main route in Mountain Iron.

The city's motto is "Taconite Capital of the World". The local mine, Minntac, is owned by the United States Steel Corporation (U.S. Steel).

Mountain Iron is part of the Quad Cities, with Virginia, Eveleth, and Gilbert.

History
Mountain Iron was founded in 1892 as a mining village in the former Nichols Township. It was named after the nearby Mountain Iron Mine.

Mountain Iron was incorporated as a city in 1972.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 71.31 sqmi; 68.52 sqmi is land and 2.79 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,869 people, 1,336 households, and 796 families living in the city. The population density was 41.9 PD/sqmi. There were 1,442 housing units at an average density of 21.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.6% of the population.

There were 1,336 households, of which 24.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.7% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.4% were non-families. 35.9% 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 2.14 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the city was 45.4 years. 20.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21.8% were from 25 to 44; 33% were from 45 to 64; and 17.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.8% male and 50.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,999 people, 1,326 households, and 847 families living in the city. The population density was 60.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,409 housing units at an average density of 28.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.30% White, 0.77% Native American, 0.23% Asian, 0.13% from other races, and 0.57% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.40% of the population. 27.3% were of Finnish, 11.2% German, 9.8% Italian, 8.8% Norwegian, 6.1% Swedish and 5.1% Slovene ancestry.

There were 1,326 households, out of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.2% were married couples living together, 10.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.1% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.9% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 27.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,163, and the median income for a family was $52,695. Males had a median income of $41,806 versus $22,837 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,761. About 7.8% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.0% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.

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Ness Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Ness Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 62 at the 2010 census.

Saint Louis County Road 29 (CR 29) passes through the northwest corner of Ness Township. County Road 5 (CR 5) runs north–south through the middle of the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.2 sqmi; 34.9 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi, or 0.97%, is water.

The Saint Louis River flows through the extreme northwest corner of the township. The Whiteface River flows through the northwest portion of Ness Township.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to Ness Township :

 * Meadowlands Township (north)
 * Alborn Township (east)
 * Culver Township (southeast)
 * Arrowhead Township (south)
 * Floodwood Township (southwest)
 * Van Buren Township (west)
 * Elmer Township (northwest)

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 60 people, 27 households, and 16 families living in the township. The population density was 1.7 people per square mile (0.7/km$2$). There were 57 housing units at an average density of 1.6/sq mi (0.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.33%.

Of the 27 households 18.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.1% were married couples living together, 7.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.7% were non-families. 37.0% of households were one person and 7.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.88.

The age distribution was 20.0% under the age of 18, 1.7% from 18 to 24, 31.7% from 25 to 44, 26.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.0% 65 or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 152.6 males.

The median household income was $39,167 and the median family income was $43,750. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $24,583 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,934. There were no families and 13.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 37.5% of those over 64.


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New Independence Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

New Independence Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 299 at the 2010 census.

U.S. Highway 53 and State Highway 33 (MN 33) are two of the main routes in the township.

Other routes include Saint Louis County Highway 47 (Swan Lake Road).

The unincorporated communities of Culver and Independence are located within New Independence Township.

Independence is located 22 miles northwest of the city of Duluth; and 17 miles north of the city of Cloquet.

South Ridge School is located within the southwest corner of the township.

History
New Independence Township was named in commemoration of the independence of Norway from Sweden in 1905.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 sqmi; 34.8 sqmi is land and 0.9 sqmi, or 2.55%, is water.

The Cloquet River flows through the southeast corner of the township, and the Artichoke River flows through the northwest corner of the township.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to New Independence Township :

 * Industrial Township (south)
 * Culver Township (southwest)
 * Alborn Township (west)
 * Meadowlands Township (northwest)
 * Northland Township (north)
 * Grand Lake Township (southeast)

The Cloquet Valley State Forest is to the immediate east of New Independence Township.

Birch Road (Saint Louis County Road 725) runs east–west along New Independence Township's northern boundary line with adjacent Northland Township.

Stoney Brook Road runs north–south along New Independence Township's western boundary line with adjacent Alborn Township; except for the southwest corner of New Independence Township where Saint Louis County Highway 7 serves as the boundary line with adjacent Alborn Township.

Unincorporated communities

 * Culver
 * Independence

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 272 people, 106 households, and 80 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.8 people per square mile (3.0/km$2$). There were 136 housing units at an average density of 3.9/sq mi (1.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.43% White, 0.74% Native American, 0.37% Asian, and 1.47% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.94% of the population.

There were 106 households, out of which 37.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.0% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.5% were non-families. 23.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 33.1% from 25 to 44, 25.4% from 45 to 64, and 9.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 111.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,625, and the median income for a family was $56,875. Males had a median income of $42,500 versus $21,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,738. About 2.4% of families and 1.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 13.5% of those 65 or over.


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Normanna Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Normanna Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 796 at the 2010 census.

Jean Duluth Road, Normanna Road, and Pequaywan Lake Road are three of the main routes in the township. Other routes include North Tischer Road, East Pioneer Road, and French River Road.

History
Normanna Township was named for the Norwegians who settled in the area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.5 sqmi; 0.04 sqmi, or 0.11%, is water.

The French River and Big Sucker Creek both flow through the township.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to Normanna Township :

 * Lakewood Township (south)
 * Duluth Township (east and southeast)
 * Gnesen Township (west)
 * North Star Township (north)
 * Alden Township (northeast)
 * The city of Rice Lake (southwest)

The Cloquet Valley State Forest is to the immediate north of Normanna Township.

Jean Duluth Road (County Road 37) runs north–south along Normanna Township's western boundary line with adjacent Gnesen Township.

McQuade Road runs north–south along Normanna Township's eastern boundary line with adjacent Duluth Township.

Lismore Road runs east–west along Normanna Township's southern boundary line with adjacent Lakewood Township. Zimmerman Road is also in the vicinity.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 637 people, 219 households, and 169 families living in the township. The population density was 17.5 people per square mile (6.7/km$2$). There were 227 housing units at an average density of 6.2/sq mi (2.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.59% White, 0.47% Native American, 0.78% Asian, and 0.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.78%.

Of the 219 households 41.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.3% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.4% were non-families. 15.1% of households were one person and 3.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.91 and the average family size was 3.30.

The age distribution was 30.1% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 31.2% from 25 to 44, 25.9% from 45 to 64, and 6.4% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.0 males.

The median household income was $52,000 and the median family income was $60,556. Males had a median income of $42,188 versus $24,167 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,127. About 1.2% of families and 3.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen or sixty-five or over.


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North Star Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

North Star Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 190 at the 2010 census.

Pequaywan Lake Road (Saint Louis County Road 44) serves as a main route in the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.6 sqmi; 33.3 sqmi is land and 2.3 sqmi, or 6.41%, is water.

The Cloquet River flows through the western portion of North Star Township.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to North Star Township :

 * Normanna Township (south)
 * Alden Township (east)
 * Pequaywan Township (northeast)
 * Duluth Township (southeast)
 * Gnesen Township (west and southwest)
 * Marion Lake Unorganized Territory (north)

The northern portion of North Star Township is located within the Cloquet Valley State Forest.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 203 people, 74 households, and 58 families living in the township. The population density was 6.1 people per square mile (2.4/km$2$). There were 135 housing units at an average density of 4.1/sq mi (1.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.04% White, 0.99% Native American, 0.49% Asian, and 1.48% from two or more races. Of the 74 households 29.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.9% were married couples living together, 6.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.6% were non-families. 16.2% of households were one person and 2.7% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.05.

The age distribution was 25.6% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 34.0% from 45 to 64, and 9.4% 65 or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 116.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.8 males.

The median household income was $51,875 and the median family income was $61,250. Males had a median income of $50,625 versus $23,125 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,640. About 5.6% of families and 8.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 25.0% of those sixty five or over.


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Northland Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Northland Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 169 at the 2010 census.

U.S. Highway 53 serves as a main route in the township.

The community of Canyon is located within Northland Township.

Canyon is located 27 miles north of the city of Duluth at the junction of U.S. Highway 53 and Harris Road (County Road 737).

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 sqmi; 34.7 sqmi is land and 0.7 sqmi, or 1.89%, is water.

Hellwig Creek flows through the eastern portion of Northland Township.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to Northland Township :

 * New Independence Township (south)
 * Cotton Township (north)
 * Meadowlands Township (west)
 * Alborn Township (southwest)
 * Kelsey Township (northwest)
 * Whiteface Reservoir Unorganized Territory (east)

The extreme eastern portion of Northland Township is located within the Cloquet Valley State Forest of Saint Louis County.

U.S. Highway 53 runs north–south through the township.

Saint Louis County Highway 133 (CR 133) runs east–west through the middle of Northland Township; the roadway continues west to Meadowlands.

County Road 232 runs east–west through the northwest portion of the township.

County Road 49 runs east–west through the northeast portion of Northland Township.

County Road 737 (Harris Road) runs east–west through the southeast portion of the township.

County Road 725 (Birch Road) runs east–west along Northland Township's southern boundary line with adjacent New Independence Township.

Unincorporated communities

 * Canyon

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 161 people, 69 households, and 50 families living in the township. The population density was 4.6 people per square mile (1.8/km$2$). There were 142 housing units at an average density of 4.1/sq mi (1.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.62% of the population.

There were 69 households, out of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.9% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.5% were non-families. 20.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.1% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 33.5% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $49,375, and the median income for a family was $57,500. Males had a median income of $46,250 versus $25,625 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,136. About 18.8% of families and 15.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.2% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Orr, Minnesota

Orr is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 211 at the 2020 census.

U.S. Highway 53 serves as a main route in Orr.

Orr is located within the Kabetogama State Forest in Saint Louis County.

History
Orr got its start as a lumber town. A post office called Orr has been in operation since 1907. William Orr, an early postmaster, gave the community its name.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.423 sqmi; 1.402 sqmi is land and 0.021 sqmi is water.

Orr is along Pelican Lake.

Climate
Orr has a dry winter humid continental climate (Köppen Dwb).

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 267 people, 117 households, and 69 families living in the city. The population density was 197.8 PD/sqmi. There were 152 housing units at an average density of 112.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 80.9% White, 18.4% Native American, and 0.7% from two or more races.

There were 117 households, of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.0% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.0% were non-families. 36.8% 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 2.28 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 42.1 years. 23.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.6% were from 25 to 44; 31.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.3% male and 48.7% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 249 people, 112 households, and 70 families living in the city. The population density was 185.8 PD/sqmi. There were 135 housing units at an average density of 100.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 84.74% White, 13.25% Native American, and 2.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.40% of the population. 16.2% were of Finnish, 15.7% Irish, 13.0% German, 9.2% Norwegian, 6.5% Swedish and 5.4% American ancestry.

There were 112 households, out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.9% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.5% were non-families. 36.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 20.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,222, and the median income for a family was $38,571. Males had a median income of $32,292 versus $15,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,776. About 12.9% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 33.3% of those 65 or over.

Airport

 * Orr Regional Airport

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Owens Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Owens Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 263 at the 2010 census.

U.S. Highway 53 serves as a main route in the township. Other routes include Saint Louis County Road 115, County Road 24 (Vermilion Drive), County Road 78 (Wakely Road), and Johnson Road.

The city of Cook is located within Owens Township geographically but is a separate entity.

History
Owens Township was named for three Owens brothers (John, Samuel, and Thomas) who were businessmen in the area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 29.5 sqmi; 0.03% is water.

The Little Fork River flows through Owens Township.

The Rice River, a tributary of the Little Fork River, also flows through the township.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Owens Township :

 * The city of Cook (west)
 * Field Township (west and northwest)
 * Alango Township (southwest)
 * Angora Township (south)
 * The unincorporated community of Angora (south)
 * The unincorporated community of Sherman Corner (south)
 * Pfeiffer Lake Unorganized Territory (southeast)
 * Northeast Saint Louis Unorganized Territory (east and northeast)
 * Fortune Bay (east)
 * Beatty Township (north)
 * The unincorporated community of Wakemup (north)

Leander Road runs east–west along Owens Township's southern boundary line with adjacent Angora Township.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 270 people, 111 households, and 81 families living in the township. The population density was 9.2 people per square mile (3.5/km$2$). There were 134 housing units at an average density of 4.5/sq mi (1.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 96.30% White, 2.96% Native American and 0.74% from two or more races. Of the 111 households 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.9% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.0% were non-families. 22.5% of households were one person and 5.4% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.81.

The age distribution was 21.1% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 21.1% from 25 to 44, 34.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% 65 or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.9 males.

The median household income was $40,208 and the median family income was $40,625. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,892. About 13.5% of families and 13.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.5% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those sixty five or over.


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Pequaywan Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Pequaywan Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 130 at the 2010 census.

Pequaywan Lake Road (Saint Louis County Road 44) serves as a main route in the township.

In his book Minnesota Place Names, Warren Upham cites the word pequaywan as "an Ojibwe name of undetermined meaning".

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi; 33.9 sqmi is land and 2.2 sqmi, or 6.06%, is water.

Pequaywan Township is located within the Cloquet Valley State Forest.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to Pequaywan Township :

 * Alden Township (south)
 * North Star Township (southwest)
 * Ault Township (north)
 * Marion Lake Unorganized Territory (west)
 * Lake No. 2 Unorganized Territory of Lake County (east)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 133 people, 62 households, and 38 families living in the township. The population density was 3.9 people per square mile (1.5/km$2$). There were 202 housing units at an average density of 6.0/sq mi (2.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.75% of the population.

There were 62 households, out of which 22.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.2% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.7% were non-families. 35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% 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 township the population was spread out, with 19.5% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 24.1% from 25 to 44, 36.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 125.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $36,250, and the median income for a family was $53,750. Males had a median income of $44,375 versus $26,667 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,869. There were 5.6% of families and 14.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 31.3% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Forest access
Presently the township is part of a conflict regarding state and county plans to establish a "managed" designation for the Cloquet Valley State Forest. Many private citizens, property owners and local and regional groups oppose the "open unless posted closed" policy the county advocates. These groups include the Izaak Walton League of Duluth, Friends of the Cloquet Valley State Forest, the American Association of Foresters, Minnesota Chapter, Fish and Wildlife Alliance, Minnesotans for Responsible Recreation, the Sierra Club, the Audubon Society and many others. Feedback to the DNR was overwhelmingly in favor of "closed unless posted open", but the DNR has chosen to take the most liberal interpretation of the law and push the "open unless posted closed" rule.

The DNR's plan can be found here and contains reference on page

Additionally, a destination trail was opposed by some local residents and the Duluth-based organization Minnesotans for Responsible Recreation. The plan for the 70 mi destination trail was revealed by the Duluth News Tribune, and some local residents were alarmed by the prospect of unfettered access in much of the forest coupled with intense advertising that would accompany the trail.


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Pike Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Pike Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 417 at the 2010 census.

State Highway 169 (MN 169) and Saint Louis County Highway 21 (CR 21) are two of the main routes in the township. MN 169 runs north–south, and CR 21 runs east–west. Other routes include Taylor Road.

The town is named for the Pike River, which is in turn named for the fish.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.6 sqmi; 0.04 sqmi, or 0.09%, is water.

The Pike River flows through the northeast portion of Pike Township, and the Pike River also flows through the southern portion of the township.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Pike Township :

 * Sandy Township (west)
 * The unincorporated community of Angora (northwest)
 * Pfeiffer Lake Unorganized Territory (northwest)
 * Vermilion Lake Township (north)
 * Kugler Township (northeast)
 * Embarrass Township (east)
 * The unincorporated community of Embarrass (east)
 * White Township (southeast)
 * Hay Lake Unorganized Territory (south)
 * The city of Biwabik (south)
 * Wuori Township (southwest)
 * The unincorporated community of Florenton (southwest)

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 492 people, 194 households, and 142 families living in the township. The population density was 14.6 people per square mile (5.7/km$2$). There were 217 housing units at an average density of 6.5/sq mi (2.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.37% White, 0.81% Native American, 0.41% Asian, 0.41% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.41%.

Of the 194 households 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.5% were married couples living together, 4.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.3% were non-families. 22.7% of households were one person and 4.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.97.

The age distribution was 25.4% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 25.4% from 25 to 44, 34.6% from 45 to 64, and 8.5% 65 or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.5 males.

The median household income was $41,346 and the median family income was $44,500. Males had a median income of $38,333 versus $22,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,701. About 5.6% of families and 8.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.7% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.


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Portage Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Portage Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 170 at the 2010 census.

Saint Louis County Road 23 (Orr–Buyck Road), County Road 24 (Crane Lake Road), and County Road 116 (Echo Trail) are three of the main routes in the township.

The unincorporated community of Buyck is located within Portage Township.

The Vermilion River flows through the township. Crane Lake and Orr are nearby.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 143.1 sqmi; 137.3 sqmi is land and 5.8 sqmi, or 4.05%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 177 people, 73 households, and 45 families living in the township. The population density was 1.3 people per square mile (0.5/km$2$). There were 213 housing units at an average density of 1.6/sq mi (0.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 92.09% White, 0.56% African American, 0.56% Native American, 4.52% Asian, and 2.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.56%.

Of the 73 households 21.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.3% were married couples living together, and 37.0% were non-families. 26.0% of households were one person and 8.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 3.09.

The age distribution was 20.3% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 26.0% from 25 to 44, 30.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.3% 65 or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 120.3 males.

The median household income was $28,750 and the median family income was $31,500. Males had a median income of $26,667 versus $28,333 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,107. About 15.9% of families and 13.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 21.4% of those sixty five or over.


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Prairie Lake Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Prairie Lake Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 50 at the 2010 census.

Balsam Road, Moen Road, and Graff Road pass through the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 sqmi; 35.4 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi, or 0.81%, is water.

Prairie Lake Township is located in the southwest part of Saint Louis County. State Highway 73 (MN 73) is nearby.

The Prairie River flows through the township.

The northern and west–central portions of Prairie Lake Township are located within the Savanna State Forest.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Prairie Lake Township :

 * Halden Township (north)
 * Floodwood Township (northeast)
 * The city of Floodwood (northeast)
 * Fine Lakes Township (east)
 * North Carlton Unorganized Territory of Carlton County (southeast)
 * The city of Cromwell of Carlton County (southeast)
 * Beseman Township of Carlton County (south)
 * The city of Wright of Carlton County (south)
 * Haugen Township of Aitkin County (southwest)
 * Balsam Township of Aitkin County (west)
 * Savanna Portage State Park (west)
 * Northeast Aitkin Unorganized Territory of Aitkin County (northwest)

Demographics
At the 2000 census there were 51 people, 20 households, and 15 families living in the township. The population density was 1.4 people per square mile (0.6/km$2$). There were 46 housing units at an average density of 1.3/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Of the 20 households 35.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.0% were married couples living together, 15.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.0% were non-families. 25.0% of households were one person and 5.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.00.

The age distribution was 33.3% under the age of 18, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 23.5% 65 or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.9 males.

The median household income was $36,250 and the median family income was $31,875. Males had a median income of $35,000 versus $0 for females. The per capita income for the township was $8,914. There were 31.3% of families and 32.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including 46.3% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Proctor, Minnesota

Proctor is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. Established in 1894, the town was named after former Kentucky Governor J. Proctor Knott. It is part of the Duluth Metropolitan Area. The population was 3,120 at the 2020 census.

History
The city was established as Proctorknott in 1894, with the name coming from former Kentucky Governor J. Proctor Knott. Knott was famous for delivering the speech The Untold Delights of Duluth to the U.S. House of Representatives. The city's name was shortened to Proctor in 1904.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 3.00 sqmi, all land.

Proctor is adjacent to Duluth's Bayview Heights neighborhood, with which it forms something of a contiguous community unit due to Bayview Heights' topographical separation (the hill) from adjacent West Duluth. It is bounded by the city of Hermantown to the north, Midway Township to the west, Bayview Heights to the east, and a mostly undeveloped area of Duluth (officially in the Riverside neighborhood) to the south.

Kingsbury Creek flows through the central Proctor. Knowlton Creek flows through the southeast Proctor.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,057 people, 1,268 households, and 795 families living in the city. The population density was 1019.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,361 housing units at an average density of 453.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 0.2% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 1,268 households, of which 27.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.8% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.3% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13% 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 2.90.

The median age in the city was 41.4 years. 20.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.5% were from 25 to 44; 29.7% were from 45 to 64; and 16.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,852 people, 1,196 households, and 772 families living in the city. The population density was 942.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,246 housing units at an average density of 411.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.49% White, 0.14% African American, 1.16% Native American, 0.53% Asian, 0.28% from other races, and 1.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.74% of the population. 19.8% were of German, 17.9% Norwegian, 10.3% Swedish, 7.3% French, 7.0% Finnish, 6.2% Polish, 6.0% Irish and 5.4% Italian ancestry.

There were 1,196 households, out of which 28.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.5% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 30.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.0% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 27.3% from 25 to 44, 23.6% 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 86.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,322, and the median income for a family was $49,875. Males had a median income of $33,583 versus $22,035 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,851. About 3.2% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.5% of those under age 18 and 5.9% of those age 65 or over.

Culture
Proctor is the home of the South Saint Louis County Fairgrounds and the Proctor Speedway.

The Proctor Hoghead Festival takes place every August. Hoghead celebrates Proctor's railroad history.

The Proctor Area Museum is operated by the Proctor Area Historical Society.

Proctor is the starting point for the Blackwoods Blizzard Tour, an annual snowmobile ride around northern Minnesota that raises money to fight ALS. The ride goes from Proctor up to Tower, over to Two Harbors, and returns to Proctor. The organization raises over $1 million every year for ALS research, making it the largest snowmobile fundraiser in the world.

Public transit

 * Duluth Transit Authority

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 2.svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 2
 * [[Image:I-35.svg|20px]] Interstate 35

Education
Proctor's public school district is Proctor Public Schools. It encompasses Proctor, Duluth's Bayview Heights neighborhood, and Canosia, Grand Lake, Midway, and Solway townships. ISD 704 operates two elementary schools (Bayview Heights and Pike Lake), Jedlicka Middle School, and Proctor High School.

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Rice Lake, Minnesota

Rice Lake is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 4,112 at the 2020 census.

Main routes include Rice Lake Road (County Road 4) and Martin Road (County Road 9).

Rice Lake Road runs north–south, and Martin Road runs east–west. Other routes include Howard Gnesen Road, Arnold Road, Calvary Road, West Tischer Road, and West Beyer Road.

History
Rice Lake was founded as a township in 1870.

After portions of the township had been annexed by the city of Duluth, the residents began the process to be recognized as a city. On August 20, 2015, Administrative Law Judge Barbara J. Case signed an Order of Incorporation which allowed the township of Rice Lake to convert into the city of Rice Lake.

In an election held on October 13, 2015, Rice Lake residents elected a mayor and members of the city council. The results of the election were certified. The township was formally organized as a city on October 22, 2015.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.5 sqmi; 32.3 sqmi is land and 1.1 sqmi, or 3.43%, is water.

Wild Rice Lake is partially located within the city of Rice Lake, giving it its name.

Amity Creek and the East Branch of Amity Creek both flow through the city.

The Lester River rises in nearby Gnesen Township and flows generally southeastwardly through the city of Rice Lake and Lakewood Township, turning southward as it nears Lake Superior. The river flows into Lake Superior in eastern Duluth.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Rice Lake:

 * Canosia Township (west)
 * Lakewood Township (east)
 * Gnesen Township (north)
 * Fredenberg Township (northwest)
 * Normanna Township (northeast)
 * The city of Duluth (south)
 * The neighborhood of Duluth Heights (south)
 * The neighborhood of Kenwood (south)
 * The neighborhood of Woodland (southeast)

The Duluth International Airport is to the immediate southwest of the city of Rice Lake.

Ridgeview Road runs east–west along Rice Lake's southern boundary line with adjacent city of Duluth.

Lismore Road runs east–west along Rice Lake's northern boundary line with adjacent Gnesen Township.

Jean Duluth Road (County Road 37) runs north–south along Rice Lake's eastern boundary line with adjacent Lakewood Township; except for the southeast corner of Rice Lake where both Arnold Road and Martin Road together serve as the boundary line with adjacent city of Duluth.

Town Line Road briefly runs north–south along Rice Lake's western boundary line with adjacent Canosia Township.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,139 people, 1,494 households, and 1,177 families residing in the township. The population density was 127.9 PD/sqmi. There were 1,518 housing units at an average density of 46.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.83% White, 0.29% African American, 0.58% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.10% Pacific Islander, 0.10% from other races, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.41% of the population.

There were 1,494 households, out of which 37.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.8% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.2% were non-families. 16.8% 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 2.77 and the average family size was 3.10.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.5% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 31.0% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 9.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.9 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,341, and the median income for a family was $55,357. Males had a median income of $39,894 versus $28,095 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,857. About 4.7% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and 6.5% of those age 65 or over.

title: Rice Lake, Minnesota


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Sandy Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Sandy Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 356 at the 2010 census.

Saint Louis County Road 68, Rice River Road, and Hill Road are three of the main routes in the township.

County 68 and Hill Road both run east–west through the township. Rice River Road runs north–south through the south–central portion of the township. Hulm Road passes through the northwest part of the township.

Sandy Township is located within the unincorporated area of Britt.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.6 sqmi; 30.2 sqmi is land and 3.3 sqmi, or 9.89%, is water.

Sandy Township is located within the Superior National Forest.

The Rice River, a tributary of the Little Fork River, flows through the northern portion of the township.

Big Rice Lake and Little Rice Lake are both located within the northern portion of Sandy Township. Britt Creek flows through the southwest part of the township. The Sandy River flows through the southeast part of the township, and the Sandy River also flows near the southwest boundary line of the township.

U.S. Highway 53 and State Highway 169 (MN 169) both run near Sandy Township, north of Virginia.

Adjacent townships, cities, and communities
The following are adjacent to Sandy Township :

 * Wuori Township (south)
 * The unincorporated community of Florenton (south)
 * Hay Lake Unorganized Territory (southeast)
 * Pike Township (east)
 * Vermilion Lake Township (northeast)
 * Pfeiffer Lake Unorganized Territory (north)
 * Angora Township (northwest)
 * The unincorporated area of Britt (west)
 * Sand Lake Unorganized Territory (west)
 * Sandy Lake (southwest)
 * The city of Mountain Iron (southwest)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 382 people, 162 households, and 115 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.6 people per square mile (4.9/km$2$). There were 170 housing units at an average density of 5.6/sq mi (2.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.95% White, 0.52% African American, and 0.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.52% of the population.

There were 162 households, out of which 27.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.7% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.4% were non-families. 22.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 31.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,048, and the median income for a family was $46,806. Males had a median income of $44,167 versus $26,563 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,422. About 1.6% of families and 4.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 13.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Solway Township, St. Louis County, Minnesota

Solway Township is a township in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,944 at the 2010 census. Solway Township was named after Solway Firth.

U.S. Highway 2 and State Highway 194 (MN 194) are two of the main routes in the township.

Other routes include Canosia Road (County Road 98), Maple Grove Road (County 6), and Morris Thomas Road (County 56).

U.S. Highway 2 runs roughly diagonally throughout Solway Township, in a northwest–southeast direction. MN 194 runs east–west through the northern portion of the township. Morris Thomas Road (County 56) runs east–west through the southern portion of the township. Canosia Road (County 98) runs north–south through the middle of Solway Township.

The unincorporated community of Munger is located within Solway Township. Munger is located at the junction of U.S. 2 and County Road 223.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.7 sqmi; 35.5 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi, or 0.56%, is water.

The White Pine River and Hay Creek both flow through Solway Township.

Adjacent townships
The following are adjacent to Solway Township :

 * Grand Lake Township (north)
 * Canosia Township (northeast)
 * Industrial Township (northwest)
 * Brevator Township (west)
 * Midway Township (southeast)
 * Thomson Township of Carlton County (south)
 * The city of Hermantown (east)
 * The unincorporated area of Saginaw (north and northwest)

Solway Road runs north–south along Solway Township's eastern boundary line with adjacent city of Hermantown.

Saint Louis River Road runs east–west along Solway Township's southern boundary line with adjacent Thomson Township of Carlton County.

Seville Road runs east–west along Solway Township's northern boundary line with adjacent Grand Lake Township.

Crosby Road runs north–south along Solway Township's western boundary line with adjacent Brevator Township.

Unincorporated communities

 * Munger
 * Simar

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,842 people, 672 households, and 540 families residing in the township. The population density was 51.8 PD/sqmi. There were 701 housing units at an average density of 19.7/sq mi (7.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.94% White, 0.05% African American, 0.54% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.38% from other races, and 0.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.43% of the population.

There were 672 households, out of which 38.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.1% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.6% were non-families. 15.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.03.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.6% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 26.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,360, and the median income for a family was $52,578. Males had a median income of $38,836 versus $25,645 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,510. About 4.3% of families and 4.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.1% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.