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Windom, Minnesota

Windom is a city and the county seat of Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 4,798 at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Cottonwood County and is situated in the Coteau des Prairies.

Although a mostly small, rural farming community, Windom is host to several parks including a disc golf course at Mayflower Park. The Des Moines River flows through Windom and serves as a gentle, rapid-free canoeing spot.

History
Windom was platted on June 20, 1871, by A.L. Beach, an engineer for the Sioux City and St. Paul Railroad. Twelve lots were created and sold for $100 on the first day. It was incorporated as a village in 1875 and reincorporated on September 9, 1884. Judson W. Bishop named the city after William Windom, who served as a United States senator from Minnesota from 1881 to 1883 and was United States Secretary of the Treasury under Presidents James Garfield, Chester Arthur and Benjamin Harrison.

Geography
Windom lies 1362 ft above sea level. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.33 sqmi, of which 4.16 sqmi is land and 0.17 sqmi is water. Windom is on the Coteau des Prairies, a ridge extending from South Dakota to Iowa separating Cottonwood County into two watersheds. The watersheds drain into the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers. The Des Moines River flows through Windom.

Climate
The average winter temperature in Windom is 16 °F, in spring 44.7 °F, in summer 69.8 °F, and in fall 46.1 °F. The record high in Windom was set on August 1, 1988, at 105 °F. The record low was set on January 7, 1988, at -36 °F. The maximum rainfall was 8.84 in, on September 23, 2010.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 4,646 people, 1,994 households, and 1,201 families residing in the city. The population density was 1116.8 PD/sqmi. There were 2,171 housing units at an average density of 521.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 92.1% White, 1.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.3% Pacific Islander, 3.7% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.0% of the population.

There were 1,994 households, of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.8% were non-families. 35.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.91.

The median age in the city was 42.6 years. 23.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 25.8% were from 45 to 64; and 21.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.2% male and 51.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,490 people, 1,910 households, and 1,195 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,263.6 PD/sqmi. There were 2,089 housing units at an average density of 587.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.15% White, 0.24% African American, 0.33% Native American, 0.71% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, 0.85% from other races, and 0.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.58% of the population.

There were 1,910 households, out of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.4% were non-families. 34.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.25 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.7% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 21.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,744, and the median income for a family was $43,350. Males had a median income of $30,053 versus $21,270 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,155. About 5.7% of families and 9.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.1% of those under age 18 and 11.0% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Windom is in Minnesota's 7th congressional district, represented by Michelle Fischbach, a Republican. At the state level, Windom is in Senate District 22, represented by Republican Bill Weber, and in House District 22B, represented by Republican Rod Hamilton.

Windom operates under a Mayor-Council plan. The council consists of 5 members representing two wards that are each separated into two precincts. Four of the council members represent an individual precinct and serve four-year terms; the fifth is an at-large candidate and serves a two-year term. Before a new city charter was introduced on June 20, 1984, council members in Windom were called alderpersons.

The mayor of Windom is Dominic Jones.

Transportation
U.S. Highway 71, Minnesota Highway 60, and Minnesota Highway 62 are three of the main routes through the city.

Economy
On December 1, 1987, Windom adopted the Minnesota "Star City" program to promote economic development and pursue the "Star City" designation. The city received the designation in August 1988.

Windom's largest employers are Toro, Windom Public Schools-ISD 177, and Fortune Transportation with 600, 176, and 175 employees respectively. Windom is home to one of eight Toro manufacturing facilities. It is also the headquarters of Big Game Treestands.

Windom has a labor force of 2,378, of whom 2,295 are employed; 85 are unemployed, creating an unemployment rate of 3.5%. The largest industries are educational services, health care and social assistance, with 26.3% of the employed population, and manufacturing, with 18.6% of the employed population.

Media
The town is served by the Cottonwood County Citizen, a weekly newspaper.

The town is also served by three radio stations licensed to the town, two commercial and one non-commercial.

Education
Windom is home to several schools: Windom Area Middle/High School, Winfair Elementary School, Bridges Preschool and Red Rock Ridge ALC. It also has two private or church preschools: Busy Bees and Sunshine School.

Windom Area Middle/High School
Windom Area Middle/High School is home to students grade 4-12 due to renovations in 2003. The building originally only housed grades 5-12 after the renovations, but had to accommodate 4th-grade students starting in 2011 due to overcrowding in the elementary school building. Roughly 300 students attend the high school (grades 9-12) and 350 attend the middle school (grades 4-8). The school is led by Principal Bryan Joyce and Superintendent Jamie Frank.

Riverfest
Windom holds an annual summer festival, Riverfest, during the second weekend of June. A pageant crowns a Miss Riverfest, a First Runner-Up, Miss Photogenic, Miss Congeniality and a Little Miss Riverfest. Other activities include fireworks, Vickie Schendel 5K Walk/Run, tennis tourney, fishing tourney, turtle races, kiddie tractor pull, street dance, and a grand parade.

Winter-River-Fest
In February 2011 Windom started a new festival, "Winter-River-Fest." Activities included a chili feed, open fires, dodgeball, snow sculpting, and the Darn Cold Croquet Contest.

Notable people

 * Larry Buhler - Professional football player
 * Shorty Elness - Professional football player
 * Dennis C. Frederickson - businessman, Minnesota state legislator, and Mayor of Windom
 * Elaine Harder - Minnesota state legislator
 * Aaron Horkey - Artist
 * Johnny Olson - Game show announcer
 * Maria Schneider - Grammy Award-winning jazz composer

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Baxter, Minnesota

Baxter is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 8,612 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Minnesota State Highways 210 and 371 are two of the main routes in the city.

Geography
Baxter is just north of Minnesota's geographical center, in a terminal moraine area created by the Superior Lobe of the Labradorian ice sheet. The city is home to numerous lakes and ponds.

Baxter is bordered on the west by Cass County and on the east by Brainerd. The Mississippi River marks the southern border but expansion both north and south is possible.

Along with the rest of Crow Wing County and parts of the adjoining counties, Baxter is part of the Brainerd Lakes Area.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 20.62 sqmi, of which 18.39 sqmi is land and 2.23 sqmi is water.

History
Baxter owes its existence partly to the 1920s operation of a (since closed) large tie-treating plant, owned by Northern Pacific Railroad. Farming was also an important early industry.

Baxter was incorporated on May 25, 1939. The town is named after Luther Baxter, an attorney for the railroad who served in the Minnesota Legislature and as a colonel in the Civil War.

Tourism and various service industries have become Baxter's biggest employers, and numerous housing subdivisions have been developed in the wooded area west of Minnesota Highway 371, which passes through the town. Owing to the amount of unused land in the area, commercial development along the highway itself has also increased in recent years, though it has tended to conform to the pattern of urban sprawl.

Superfund site and environmental damage
The Burlington Northern (Brainerd/Baxter) United States Environmental Protection Agency Superfund site is on the boundary between Brainerd and Baxter. The site served as a Burlington Northern Railroad tie treatment plant 1907 and 1985. During that time, wastewater generated from the wood-treating process was sent to two shallow, unlined ponds. This created a sludge that contaminated both the underlying soils and the groundwater with creosote and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 7,610 people, 2,963 households, and 2,110 families living in the city. The population density was 413.8 PD/sqmi. There were 3,176 housing units at an average density of 172.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.5% White, 0.5% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.1% of the population.

There were 2,963 households, of which 35.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 28.8% were non-families. 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the city was 38.7 years. 27% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.6% were from 45 to 64; and 15.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,555 people, 1,921 households, and 1,586 families living in the city. The population density was 320.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,979 housing units at an average density of 114.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.63% White, 0.02% African American, 0.22% Native American, 0.41% Asian, 0.09% from other races, and 0.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.61% of the population. 31.8% were of German, 14.0% Norwegian, 11.3% Swedish, 6.4% Irish and 5.0% English ancestry.

There were 1,921 households, out of which 45.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.4% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.4% were non-families. 14.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.87 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.7% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 22.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $52,289, and the median income for a family was $55,838. Males had a median income of $38,375 versus $26,667 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,772. About 2.3% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.9% of those under age 18 and 3.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Baxter's students attend Brainerd Public Schools. The zoned high school is Brainerd High School.

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Bay Lake Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Bay Lake Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 923 at the 2000 census. This township took its name from Bay Lake.

Minnesota Highway 6 and Minnesota Highway 18 are two of the main arterial routes in the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.3 sqmi, of which 27.0 sqmi is land and 9.2 sqmi (25.48%) is water. The township encompasses Bay Lake, as well as several smaller lakes.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 923 people, 421 households, and 306 families residing in the township. The population density was 34.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,335 housing units at an average density of 49.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.48% White, 0.65% Native American, 0.11% Asian, and 0.76% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.43% of the population.

There were 421 households, out of which 16.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.9% were married couples living together, 2.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.1% were non-families. 24.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.59.

In the township the population was spread out, with 17.1% under the age of 18, 1.6% from 18 to 24, 17.0% from 25 to 44, 37.7% from 45 to 64, and 26.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 55 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $42,596, and the median income for a family was $48,558. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $26,563 for females. The per capita income for the township was $26,194. About 6.3% of families and 7.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.5% of those under age 18 and 6.6% of those age 65 or over.


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Brainerd, Minnesota

Brainerd is a city and the county seat of Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. Its population was 14,395 at the 2020 census. Brainerd straddles the Mississippi River several miles upstream from its confluence with the Crow Wing River, having been founded as a site for a railroad crossing above the confluence. Brainerd is the principal city of the Brainerd Micropolitan Area, a micropolitan area covering Cass and Crow Wing counties and with a combined population of 96,189 at the 2020 census. The city is well known for being the partial setting of the 1996 film Fargo.

History

The area that is now Brainerd was formerly Ojibwe territory. Brainerd was first seen by European settlers on Christmas Day in 1805, when Zebulon Pike stopped there while searching for the headwaters of the Mississippi River. Crow Wing Village, a fur and logging community near Fort Ripley, brought settlers to the area in the mid-19th century.

In those early years, the relationship between the settlers and the Native Americans was fraught. The most famous example of this tenuous relationship was the "Blueberry War" of 1872. Two Ojibwe were hanged for allegedly murdering a missing girl. When a group of Ojibwe approached the town, troops from Fort Ripley were called to prevent a potential reprisal. As it turned out, the Ojibwe only wanted to sell blueberries and the settlers avoided a bloody misunderstanding. The guilt of the two Ojibwe was never proven.

Brainerd was the idea of Northern Pacific railroad president John Gregory Smith, who in 1870 named the township after his wife, Anne Eliza Brainerd Smith, and father-in-law, Lawrence Brainerd. The company built a bridge over the Mississippi seven miles north of Crow Wing Village and used the Brainerd station as a machine and car shop, prompting many to move north and abandon Crow Wing. Brainerd was organized as a city on March 6, 1873.

On January 11, 1876, the state legislature revoked Brainerd's charter for six years, in reaction to the election of local handyman Thomas Lanihan as mayor instead of Judge C.B. Sleeper. Brainerd functioned as a township in the interim.

In 1881, the railroad, and with it the town, expanded. Lumber and paper, as well as agriculture in general, were important early industries, but for many decades Brainerd remained a railroad town: in the 1920s roughly 90% of Brainerd residents were dependent on the railroad. Participation in the nationwide railroad strike on July 1, 1922, left most Brainerd residents unemployed and embittered many of those involved.

On October 27, 1933, the First National Bank of Brainerd became briefly famous when it was held up by Baby Face Nelson and his gang.

Over the years, increased efficiency and the better positioning of the more centralized Livingston, Montana, shops led to a decline in the importance of a railroad station that once employed over 1,000 and serviced locomotives for the whole Northern Pacific line. The BNSF Railway (successor to the Northern Pacific) continues to employ approximately 70 people in Brainerd at a maintenance-of-way equipment shop that repairs and maintains track and equipment. The former Northern Pacific railway station has been converted to breweries, coffee shops, and event centers available to rent for special occasions.

The Northwest Paper Company built Brainerd's first paper mill in 1903 and with the steady increase in tourism since the early 20th century the paper and service industries have become Brainerd's primary employers. The town's coating mill was sold by Potlatch to Missota Paper in 2003 and then by Missota Paper to Wausau Paper in 2004. It is now used as a small industrial center called Brainerd Industrial Center (BIC).

Due to the many lakes in the area, Brainerd is a popular summertime destination for those owning cabins in the area, better known as the Brainerd Lakes. Brainerd itself is now heavily developed into commercial and residential areas and has seen an uptick in development in recent years.

Geography
Brainerd is just north of Minnesota's geographical center, in a relatively hilly terminal moraine area created by the Superior Lobe of the Labradorian ice sheet. The town occupies land on both sides of the Mississippi River, though its older parts are almost all to the east.

Though the city itself has relatively few lakes, there are over 460 lakes within 25 mi of Brainerd, mostly to the north. For this reason, Crow Wing County and parts of the adjoining counties are often collectively called the Brainerd Lakes Area despite most of the lakes existing closer to Nisswa.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 12.66 sqmi, of which 11.91 sqmi is land and 0.73 sqmi is water.

Brainerd has been assigned ZIP code 56401 by the USPS.

Climate
Brainerd has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb) with vast seasonal differences. Summers are warm, and occasionally hot, with high humidity, whereas winters are often severely cold.

Superfund site and environmental damage
The Burlington Northern (Brainerd/Baxter) United States Environmental Protection Agency Superfund site is on the boundary between Brainerd and Baxter. The site served as a Burlington Northern Railroad tie treatment plant from 1907 to 1985. During that time, wastewater generated from the wood-treating process was sent to two shallow, unlined ponds. This created a toxic sludge that contaminated both the underlying soils and the groundwater with creosote and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).

2020 census
As of the census of 2020, the population was 14,395. The population density was 1,186.7 PD/sqmi. There were 6,473 housing units at an average density of 533.6 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 88.6% White, 2.2% Native American, 1.6% Black or African American, 0.7% Asian, 0.8% from other races, and 6.1% from two or more races. Ethnically, the population was 2.5% Hispanic or Latino of any race.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 13,590 people, 5,851 households, and 3,069 families living in the city. The population density was 1141.1 PD/sqmi. There were 6,390 housing units at an average density of 536.5 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 93.5% White, 1.2% African American, 1.6% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 3.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 5,851 households, of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 31.7% were married couples living together, 15.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.5% were non-families. 37.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the city was 32.2 years. 24.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 12.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.5% were from 25 to 44; 20.5% were from 45 to 64, and 15.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.6% male and 52.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 13,178 people, 5,623 households and 3,036 families living in the city. The population density was 1,652.8 PD/sqmi. There were 5,847 housing units at an average density of 733.3 /mi2. The racial makeup of the city was 95.83% White, 0.71% African American, 1.44% Native American, 0.46% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.26% from other races, and 1.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.86% of the population. 31.4% were of German, 28.1% were Finnish, 17.7% Norwegian, 7.1% Swedish, 6.8% Irish, and 6.1% United States or American ancestry.

There were 5,623 households, of which 29.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.8% were married couples living together, 14.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.0% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.94.

Age distribution was 25.1% under the age of 18, 13.7% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 16.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33. For every 100 females, there were 85.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.4 males.

The median household income was $26,901, and the median family income was $35,212. Males had a median income of $27,677 versus $21,217 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,744. About 11.8% of families and 17.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.5% of those under age 18 and 16.0% of those age 65 or over.

Arts and culture
The Brainerd Lakes Area has a classical music festival during the summers called Lakes Area Music Festival. According to its website, the festival's mission is to connect the nation's best performers and audiences through excellent classical music and inspiring education. There are educational programs for children in the area with musicians from across the world and high-caliber concerts that are free to the public. The Lakes Area Music Festival, through its Outreach initiative, brings classical music into areas that normally do not get concerts.

Among these are public libraries, women's shelters, and correctional facilities. The program is supported by many local and national organizations, as well as people in the community.

Education
Brainerd Public Schools is the local school district.

Brainerd High School is the local high school.

Media
Radio stations and television channels in the Brainerd Lakes area:

Major highways
The following routes are in the Brainerd area:
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 * MN-210.svg Minnesota State Highway 210
 * MN-371.svg Minnesota State Highway 371

Notable people

 * Solomon Flagg Alderman (1861–1928), Minnesota state senator and lawyer
 * John Carlton Atherton (1900–1952), artist
 * Roger Awsumb (1928–2002), TV and radio show host
 * Win Borden (1943–2014), Minnesota state senator
 * Bullet Joe Bush (1892–1974), member of the New York Yankees' first World Series championship team in 1923
 * Franklin E. Ebner, Minnesota state senator and lawyer
 * Ronald Everson (born 1930), member of the Minnesota House of Representatives in the 1960s
 * Joe Haeg (born 1993), professional football player
 * Frank B. Johnson (1894–1949), mayor of Brainerd and Minnesota state representative
 * Brock Larson (born 1977), MMA fighter
 * Charles Marohn (born 1973), author and founder of Strong Towns
 * Rick Nolan (born 1943), U.S. Representative
 * Todd Revenig, professional baseball player
 * Hilding Alfred Swanson (1885–1964), Minnesota state legislator and lawyer
 * Dale Walz (born 1964), Minnesota state representative and police officer

In popular culture
The 1996 film Fargo was set partly in Brainerd.

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Breezy Point, Minnesota

Breezy Point is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 2,346 at the 2010 census.

History
The city of Breezy Point is best known for being the home to a resort of the same name on land acquired in 1921 by millionaire publicist Wilford Fawcett, owner of Fawcett Publications, and creator of the famous Whiz Bang magazine. His personal home, Fawcett House, is on rental to the public.

With the resort community growing as a result of Fawcett's actions, a village was incorporated in 1939 with the name of Pelican Lakes. It was renamed to Breezy Point in 1969.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.56 sqmi, of which 13.20 sqmi is land and 3.36 sqmi is water. Main routes include County Roads 4, 11, and 39.

Breezy Point is part of the Brainerd Lakes Area. It is along Pelican Lake.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,346 people, 904 households, and 681 families living in the city. The population density was 177.7 PD/sqmi. There were 1,797 housing units at an average density of 136.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.7% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.3% of the population.

There were 904 households, of which 37.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.5% were married couples living together, 6.2% had a female householder with no spouse present, 3.7% had a male householder with no spouse present, and 24.7% were non-families. 19.9% 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 2.60 and the average family size was 2.97.

The median age in the city was 38.4 years. 27.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.4% were from 25 to 44; 26.1% were from 45 to 64; and 13.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 979 people, 413 households, and 306 families living in the city. The population density was 74.7 PD/sqmi. There were 899 housing units at an average density of 68.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.16% White, 0.20% African American, 0.31% Native American, 0.10% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 1.02% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.31% of the population. 35.7% were of German, 16.2% Norwegian, 8.3% Swedish, 6.7% Polish, 6.6% Irish and 5.2% English ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 413 households, out of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.3% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.7% were non-families. 19.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 2.69.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.9% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 29.2% from 45 to 64, and 19.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $84,000, and the median income for a family was $99,063. Males had a median income of $88,125 versus $51,397 for females. The per capita income for the city was $81,959. About 0.9% of families and 2.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 2.9% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Pequot Lakes Public Schools is the public school district. Pequot Lakes High School is the district's high school.

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Center Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Center Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 808 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 21.7 sqmi, of which 17.8 sqmi is land and 4.0 sqmi (18.24%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 808 people, 325 households, and 244 families residing in the township. The population density was 45.5 PD/sqmi. There were 445 housing units at an average density of 25.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.77% White, 0.25% Native American, 0.12% Asian, and 1.86% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.37% of the population.

There were 325 households, out of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.4% were married couples living together, 4.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.9% were non-families. 21.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,000, and the median income for a family was $47,188. Males had a median income of $35,865 versus $19,219 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,940. About 4.4% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.2% of those under age 18 and 15.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Crosby, Minnesota

Crosby is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,386 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area. Crosby is adjacent to its twin city of Ironton, in the Cuyuna iron range.

History
Crosby was built for the sole purpose of mining. It was named for George H. Crosby, a businessman in the mining industry.

Crosby was the location of Minnesota's worst mining disaster, the Milford Mine disaster. On February 5, 1924, a new tunnel was blasted too close to nearby Foley Lake, and water rushed in, killing 41 miners.

In the 1932 local elections, Karl Emil Nygard was elected president of Crosby's Village Council, making it the first city in the United States to have a Communist mayor.

In August 1957, David G. Simons, a 35-year-old Air Force major, climbed to nearly 102000 ft above the earth as part of Project Manhigh. The flight, which was launched from Crosby's 400 ft Portsmouth Mine Pit Lake, helped the United States take its fledgling steps into space exploration. Simons returned to Crosby in 2007 to mark the 50th anniversary of the project.

Geography
Crosby is in eastern Crow Wing County at the intersection of Minnesota Highways 6 and 210. Ironton is adjacent to the west and Deerwood lies to the east along route 210. Serpent Lake is adjacent to the southeast and the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area is to the northwest. The Mississippi River flows by four miles to the north.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 3.73 sqmi, of which 3.07 sqmi is land and 0.66 sqmi is water.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,386 people, 1,065 households, and 552 families living in the city. The population density was 777.2 PD/sqmi. There were 1,241 housing units at an average density of 404.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.3% White, 0.4% African American, 1.1% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 1,065 households, of which 27.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.3% were married couples living together, 13.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.2% were non-families. 42.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 43.2 years. 23.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.5% were from 25 to 44; 24.3% were from 45 to 64, and 24.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.7% male and 53.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,299 people, 989 households, and 554 families living in the city. The population density was 755.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,081 housing units at an average density of 355.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.69% White, 0.04% African American, 0.91% Native American, 0.22% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 0.35% from other races, and 0.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.00% of the population. 23.9% were of German, 14.1% Norwegian, 11.7% Swedish, 9.6% American and 7.0% English ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 989 households, out of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.3% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.9% were non-families. 39.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 21.9% from 25 to 44, 20.0% from 45 to 64, and 25.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,053, and the median income for a family was $31,629. Males had a median income of $28,879 versus $20,842 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,465. About 15.6% of families and 16.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.8% of those under age 18 and 12.9% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Nick Anderson, pitcher for the Atlanta Braves
 * Anthony "The Bullet" Bonsante, boxer
 * Robert A. Good, physician
 * Leon S. Kennedy, actor
 * Rick Nolan, politician
 * Karl Emil Nygard, first Communist mayor in the United States
 * Thomas W. Simons Jr., U.S. Ambassador to Poland and Pakistan
 * Howard E. Smith, businessman and Minnesota state legislator

title: Crosby, Minnesota


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Crosslake, Minnesota

Crosslake is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,141 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 36.89 sqmi, of which 25.74 sqmi is land and 11.15 sqmi is water. Main routes include County Roads 3, 16, 36, 66, and 103.

Crosslake is part of the Brainerd Lakes Area, consisting of nearly 460 lakes within a 25-mile radius of Brainerd.

History
The area of what is now Crosslake, Minnesota gained traction near the late 1800s, after the construction of the Pine River Dam in 1885. The Logging Industry in upper Minnesota at the time was flourishing, attracting many of the first early residents of Crosslake.

Originally, the area was part of Watertown Township of Cass County. This township was annexed to Crow Wing County in 1887. In 1951, the south half of this township became Crosslake Village with the remainder becoming North Crosslake Village in 1964. They became Crosslake Village in 1972 and the City of Crosslake in 1974.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,141 people, 1,027 households, and 651 families living in the city. The population density was 83.2 PD/sqmi. There were 2,799 housing units at an average density of 108.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.5% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.1% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.2% of the population.

There were 1,027 households, of which 17.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.9% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.6% were non-families. 31.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.59.

The median age in the city was 56.1 years. 16.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.7% were from 25 to 44; 30.9% were from 45 to 64; and 34% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.9% male and 50.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,893 people, 899 households, and 623 families living in the city. The population density was 73.8 PD/sqmi. There were 2,477 housing units at an average density of 96.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.52% White, 0.05% African American, 0.05% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.05% from other races, and 0.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.69% of the population. 29.6% were of German, 19.8% Norwegian, 15.9% Swedish, 5.8% English and 5.0% American ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 899 households, out of which 15.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.0% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.6% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.52.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 14.7% under the age of 18, 3.1% from 18 to 24, 18.9% from 25 to 44, 32.0% from 45 to 64, and 31.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 56 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $41,125, and the median income for a family was $45,990. Males had a median income of $40,345 versus $23,636 for females. The per capita income for the city was $27,227. About 2.7% of families and 4.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.5% of those under age 18 and 4.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Most of Crosslake is in Pequot Lakes Public Schools. Portions are in the Crosby-Ironton Public School District and the Pine River-Backus Public School District. Pequot Lakes High School is the Pequot Lakes district's high school.

Crosslake also has a K-12th Institution, Crosslake Community Schools.

title: Crosslake, Minnesota


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Crow Wing Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Crow Wing Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,212 at the 2000 census.

Crow Wing Township was named after a former Indian village within its borders.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 30.8 sqmi, of which 30.5 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (1.04%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,212 people, 417 households, and 334 families residing in the township. The population density was 39.7 PD/sqmi. There were 438 housing units at an average density of 14.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 96.62% White, 0.66% African American, 0.91% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 1.24% from other races, and 0.41% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.73% of the population.

There were 417 households, out of which 43.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.8% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 19.7% were non-families. 16.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.21.

In the township the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 29.4% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 7.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $39,417, and the median income for a family was $42,174. Males had a median income of $31,713 versus $21,845 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,139. About 6.1% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.9% of those under age 18 and 12.2% age 65 or over.


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Cuyuna, Minnesota

Cuyuna is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 332 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

The city lies within its namesake, the Cuyuna Range, a line of iron-bearing hills in central Minnesota. Cuyuna was one of the mining towns along the range, part of a list including Crosby, Ironton, Trommald, and Manganese. The Cuyuna iron range saw its heyday in the first half of the 20th century, and mining on the range ceased in 1984. The local economy is now dependent upon tourism from mountain bikers. Cuyuna has been declared to have the best trail systems in Minnesota as of 2014. The Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area now encompasses some of the range.

Cuyuna is located within ZIP code 56444 based in Deerwood.

History
Cuyuna was incorporated in 1910. Cuyuna, and the iron ore range on which it is situated, were named by and for Cuyler Adams, and for his dog, Una, who accompanied him in many lone prospecting trips. Cuyler Adams was a prospector, discoverer, and then mine owner of the Cuyuna range. Cuyler Adams affirmed the discovery of workable ore deposits nearby, and credited jointly to himself and the valuable aid of Una.

The Rabbit Lake Band of Mississippi Chippewa historically lived in the Cuyuna area. Under the authority of the 1855 Treaty of Washington, the Rabbit Lake Indian Reservation was established, encompassing an area from where Riverton to Cuyuna are located. After the Dakota War of 1862, majority of the Rabbit Lake Band were removed to the area about Leech Lake and eventually to the White Earth Indian Reservation, and minority of the remaining Rabbit Lake Band members amalgamating with the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe to their south. After they were removed there was little settlement in the area until the beginning of a mining village named Cuyuna in 1906. Cuyuna was platted in November 1908.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.53 sqmi, of which 3.28 sqmi is land and 0.25 sqmi is water.

Crow Wing County Road 31 serves as a main route in the community. Nearby routes include State Highways 6 (MN 6) and 210 (MN 210), and County Road 30.

The community is located south of Rabbit Lake. The town of Crosby and the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area are approximately three miles to the south-southwest.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 332 people, 126 households, and 88 families living in the city. The population density was 101.2 PD/sqmi. There were 162 housing units at an average density of 49.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White, 1.5% African American, 0.3% Asian, and 0.6% from two or more races.

There were 126 households, of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.8% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 30.2% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.22.

The median age in the city was 39.5 years. 30.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 27.9% were from 45 to 64; and 14.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.5% male and 45.5% female.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 231 people, 90 households and 64 families living in the city. The population density was 70.6 PD/sqmi. There were 113 housing units at an average density of 34.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.70% White, 0.87% African American, and 0.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.43% of the population. 33.3% were of German, 11.8% American, 8.7% Swedish, 7.7% Norwegian, 7.2% Irish and 6.7% Italian ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 90 households, of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.1% were married couples living together, 5.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 2.95.

26.8% of the population were under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 13.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.6 males.

The median household income was $44,107 and the median family income was $48,750. Males had a median income of $38,000 versus $29,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,838. About 7.6% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 18.4% of those 65 or over.

title: Cuyuna, Minnesota


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Daggett Brook Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Daggett Brook Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 448 at the 2000 census. This township took its name from Daggett Brook.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.4 sqmi, of which 36.3 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (0.22%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 448 people, 155 households, and 123 families residing in the township. The population density was 12.3 PD/sqmi. There were 167 housing units at an average density of 4.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.44% White, 0.67% Native American, 0.22% Asian, 0.22% from other races, and 0.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.67% of the population.

There were 155 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.3% were married couples living together, 2.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.6% were non-families. 16.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.25.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.9% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 9.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 113.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,250, and the median income for a family was $46,563. Males had a median income of $32,188 versus $18,333 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,820. About 9.2% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.9% of those under age 18 and 36.4% of those age 65 or over.


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Deerwood, Minnesota

Deerwood is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 526 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Deerwood was platted in February 1892. Deerwood was incorporated in October 1909. The city was named for the abundant deer in the nearby woods. The post office at Deerwood was established in 1882.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.05 sqmi, of which 1.49 sqmi is land and 0.56 sqmi is water. The city of Deerwood is located within Deerwood Township geographically but is a separate entity. Nearby towns include Crosby and Ironton.

Deerwood is located along Minnesota State Highways 6 and 210. Other routes include County Roads 8, 10, and 12.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 532 people, 226 households, and 144 families living in the city. The population density was 357.0 PD/sqmi. There were 319 housing units at an average density of 214.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 0.9% African American, 1.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population.

There were 226 households, of which 33.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.8% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.3% were non-families. 33.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.95.

The median age in the city was 39.7 years. 28% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.7% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.9% were from 25 to 44; 26.6% were from 45 to 64; and 18.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.5% male and 51.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 590 people, 256 households, and 153 families living in the city. The population density was 431.1 PD/sqmi. There were 309 housing units at an average density of 225.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.12% White, 1.02% African American, 1.19% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.17% from other races, and 0.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.51% of the population.

There were 256 households, out of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.9% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.2% were non-families. 37.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 22.2% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 22.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,069, and the median income for a family was $40,625. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $27,813 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,697. About 8.4% of families and 13.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.3% of those under age 18 and 13.9% of those age 65 or over.

Arts and culture
The Deerwood Auditorium is a community center built as a Works Progress Administration project. The auditorium, built in 1935, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a rare surviving example of federal relief architecture in Minnesota.

title: Deerwood, Minnesota


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Deerwood Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Deerwood Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,244 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 33.5 sqmi, of which 28.4 sqmi is land and 5.1 sqmi (15.22%) is water.

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

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,244 people, 479 households, and 390 families residing in the township. The population density was 43.8 PD/sqmi. There were 728 housing units at an average density of 25.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.47% White, 0.32% African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.24% Asian, and 0.56% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.88% of the population.

There were 479 households, out of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.6% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.4% were non-families. 14.2% 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 2.60 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 30.3% from 45 to 64, and 17.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,429, and the median income for a family was $51,625. Males had a median income of $34,239 versus $26,389 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,403. About 3.9% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and 11.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Emily, Minnesota

Emily is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 843 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Minnesota State Highway 6 and Crow Wing County Road 1 are the main routes in the community.

History
The city of Emily was named for the nearby Emily Lake. It was platted on November 22, 1905. It was incorporated on March 7, 1957. The post office at Emily began in 1900.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 36.08 sqmi, of which 30.00 sqmi is land and 6.08 sqmi is water. Emily is in northeastern Crow Wing County.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 813 people, 368 households, and 237 families living in the city. The population density was 27.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,055 housing units at an average density of 35.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.4% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.1% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.9% of the population.

There were 368 households, of which 18.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.6% were married couples living together, 4.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.6% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median age in the city was 52.8 years. 18.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.4% were from 25 to 44; 31.2% were from 45 to 64; and 30.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 847 people, 368 households, and 243 families living in the city. The population density was 28.2 PD/sqmi. There were 876 housing units at an average density of 29.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.87% White, 0.24% African American, 0.94% Native American, 0.24% Asian, and 0.71% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.71% of the population.

There were 368 households, out of which 21.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.4% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.85.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.4% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 19.1% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 24.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,276, and the median income for a family was $37,750. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $23,068 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,854. About 3.9% of families and 7.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.9% of those under age 18 and 9.5% of those age 65 or over.

title: Emily, Minnesota


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Fairfield Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Fairfield Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 275 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 33.5 sqmi is land and 2.4 sqmi (6.57%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 275 people, 125 households, and 86 families residing in the township. The population density was 8.2 PD/sqmi. There were 264 housing units at an average density of 7.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.45% White, 0.73% African American, 0.36% Asian, and 1.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.45% of the population.

There were 125 households, out of which 15.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.6% were married couples living together, 2.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 28.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.61.

In the township the population was spread out, with 15.6% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 18.9% from 25 to 44, 32.0% from 45 to 64, and 28.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 112.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $29,375, and the median income for a family was $40,625. Males had a median income of $42,813 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,670. About 6.1% of families and 14.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 10.4% of those 65 or over.


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Fort Ripley, Minnesota

Fort Ripley is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States, near the confluence of the Mississippi and Nokasippi Rivers. The population was 69 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Fort Ripley was a United States military installation beginning in 1849 and lasting until 1877. The fort, now Camp Ripley, was on the opposite side of the Mississippi River from Morrison County as the current city in Crow Wing County.

The city of Fort Ripley was incorporated in 1927. It took its name from the fort, which was named for Eleazer Wheelock Ripley, an American soldier and politician.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.44 sqmi, of which 1.32 sqmi is land and 0.12 sqmi is water.

The city of Fort Ripley is geographically in Fort Ripley Township but is a separate entity.

Fort Ripley is between Little Falls and Brainerd along Minnesota State Highway 371 near Over the Hill Road and Crow Wing County Road 2. The Mississippi River, the Nokasippi River, and the Little Nokasippi River are all in the vicinity.

The boundary line between Crow Wing and Morrison counties is nearby.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 69 people, 33 households, and 20 families living in the city. The population density was 52.3 PD/sqmi. There were 37 housing units at an average density of 28.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.1% White, 1.4% Native American, and 1.4% Asian.

There were 33 households, of which 21.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.4% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.70.

The median age in the city was 50.5 years. 17.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26% were from 25 to 44; 39.1% were from 45 to 64; and 17.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.6% male and 46.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 74 people, 34 households, and 24 families living in the city. The population density was 55.6 PD/sqmi. There were 35 housing units at an average density of 26.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.59% White, 1.35% Native American, 1.35% from other races, and 2.70% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.05% of the population.

There were 34 households, out of which 11.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.4% were non-families. 23.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.46.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 9.5% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 44.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 124.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 123.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $37,250, and the median income for a family was $40,750. Males had a median income of $33,542 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,559. There were 11.1% of families and 6.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
Fort Ripley's students attend Brainerd Public Schools. The zoned high school is Brainerd High School.

title: Fort Ripley, Minnesota


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Fort Ripley Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Fort Ripley Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 600 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 23.9 sqmi, of which 22.2 sqmi is land and 1.7 sqmi (7.20%) is water.

The city of Fort Ripley is located within Fort Ripley Township geographically, but is a separate entity.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 600 people, 240 households, and 177 families residing in the township. The population density was 27.1 PD/sqmi. There were 374 housing units at an average density of 16.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.00% White, 0.17% Native American, 0.17% Asian, and 0.67% from two or more races.

There were 240 households, out of which 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.3% were married couples living together, 2.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.3% were non-families. 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the township the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 19.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $35,500, and the median income for a family was $42,125. Males had a median income of $31,719 versus $26,094 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,076. About 4.3% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.0% of those under age 18 and 1.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Gail Lake Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Gail Lake Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 92 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 18.1 sqmi, of which 16.7 sqmi is land and 1.4 sqmi (7.74%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 92 people, 43 households, and 27 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.5 PD/sqmi. There were 89 housing units at an average density of 5.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.83% White and 2.17% Asian.

There were 43 households, out of which 18.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.8% were married couples living together, and 34.9% were non-families. 34.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.68.

In the township the population was spread out, with 15.2% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 33.7% from 45 to 64, and 19.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,625, and the median income for a family was $35,417. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,721. There were 7.4% of families and 7.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 15.4% of those over 64.


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Garrison, Minnesota

Garrison is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States, along Mille Lacs Lake. The population was 210 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area. U.S. Highway 169 and Minnesota State Highway 18 are the main routes in the community.

History
Garrison was platted and settled in 1880 as Midland. Garrison was incorporated in May 1937. The surrounding Garrison Township was named in honor of Oscar E. Garrison, a land surveyor and civil engineer. Oscar E. Garrison had also platted Wayzata in Hennepin County in 1854. The post office at Garrison was established in 1884.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.10 sqmi, all land.

The city of Garrison is located within Garrison Township geographically but is a separate entity. Garrison is located in the southeast part of Crow Wing County. Garrison is located along the northwest shoreline of Mille Lacs Lake.

Garrison is the world's smallest city to have a McDonald's restaurant.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 210 people, 107 households, and 51 families living in the city. The population density was 190.9 PD/sqmi. There were 184 housing units at an average density of 167.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.5% Native American, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.4% of the population.

There were 107 households, of which 14.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.7% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 52.3% were non-families. 38.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.47.

The median age in the city was 49.8 years. 11.9% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.5% were from 25 to 44; 33.4% were from 45 to 64; and 28.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.6% male and 51.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 213 people, 113 households, and 48 families living in the city. The population density was 198.9 PD/sqmi. There were 191 housing units at an average density of 178.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.65% White, 0.94% Native American, and 1.41% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.94% of the population.

There were 113 households, out of which 11.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.4% were married couples living together, 1.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 57.5% were non-families. 44.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.88 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 15.0% under the age of 18, 4.2% from 18 to 24, 22.5% from 25 to 44, 32.4% from 45 to 64, and 25.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 117.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,750, and the median income for a family was $36,250. Males had a median income of $25,417 versus $19,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,447. About 10.5% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 29.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 19.1% of those 65 or over.

Education
It is in Brainerd Public Schools. The zoned high school is Brainerd High School.

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Garrison Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Garrison Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 796 at the 2000 census. Within the township is the city of Garrison.

Garrison Township was named for Oscar E. Garrison, a surveyor who lived there.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 sqmi, of which 29.3 sqmi is land and 6.1 sqmi (17.30%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 796 people, 355 households, and 246 families residing in the township. The population density was 27.2 PD/sqmi. There were 781 housing units at an average density of 26.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.49% White, 0.13% African American, 1.26% Native American, 0.38% from other races, and 0.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.38% of the population.

There were 355 households, out of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.0% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.7% were non-families. 22.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.61.

In the township the population was spread out, with 18.3% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 20.2% from 25 to 44, 34.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 108.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $33,421, and the median income for a family was $34,821. Males had a median income of $31,635 versus $23,456 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,004. About 5.4% of families and 7.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.2% of those under age 18 and 2.9% of those age 65 or over.


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Ideal Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Ideal Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 950 at the 2000 census. The unincorporated community of Ideal Corners is located within the township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.0 sqmi, of which 19.6 sqmi is land and 15.4 sqmi (44.04%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 950 people, 435 households, and 317 families residing in the township. The population density was 48.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,416 housing units at an average density of 72.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.05% White, 0.32% African American, 0.42% Asian, and 0.21% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.32% of the population.

There were 435 households, out of which 19.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.7% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.1% were non-families. 23.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.56.

In the township the population was spread out, with 17.3% under the age of 18, 4.2% from 18 to 24, 18.4% from 25 to 44, 31.2% from 45 to 64, and 28.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,607, and the median income for a family was $51,167. Males had a median income of $41,875 versus $25,694 for females. The per capita income for the township was $29,697. About 3.7% of families and 5.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.8% of those under age 18 and 4.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Irondale Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Irondale Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,113 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 31.1 sqmi, of which 27.8 sqmi is land and 3.2 sqmi (10.45%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,113 people, 430 households, and 310 families residing in the township. The population density was 40.0 PD/sqmi. There were 542 housing units at an average density of 19.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.56% White, 0.27% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.18% Asian, 0.18% from other races, and 0.54% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.27% of the population.

There were 430 households, out of which 32.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.2% were married couples living together, 4.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.9% were non-families. 23.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.1% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 24.8% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,625, and the median income for a family was $46,477. Males had a median income of $32,500 versus $20,385 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,968. About 1.7% of families and 4.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.9% of those under age 18 and 2.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Ironton, Minnesota

Ironton is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 572 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Ironton is on the Cuyuna iron range, from which its name is derived. It is immediately adjacent to its twin city of Crosby.

History
Ironton was platted in September 1910. Ironton was incorporated in June 1911. The post office at Ironton was established in 1910.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.00 sqmi, of which 1.48 sqmi is land and 0.52 sqmi is water. Minnesota State Highway 210 and County Road 30 are the main routes in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 572 people, 261 households, and 135 families living in the city. The population density was 386.5 PD/sqmi. There were 299 housing units at an average density of 202.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.8% White, 1.0% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 261 households, of which 28.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.6% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.3% were non-families. 41.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 3.00.

The median age in the city was 36.7 years. 27.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.7% were from 25 to 44; 25.3% were from 45 to 64; and 17.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.7% male and 52.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 498 people, 231 households, and 130 families living in the city. The population density was 333.2 PD/sqmi. There were 263 housing units at an average density of 176.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.40% White, 0.40% Native American, and 0.20% from two or more races. 46.8% were of American, 9.5% German, 9.5% Swedish, 8.6% Norwegian and 5.9% Irish ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 231 households, out of which 26.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.7% were non-families. 39.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 26.4% 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 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 17.7% from 45 to 64, and 25.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,813, and the median income for a family was $30,729. Males had a median income of $27,222 versus $17,143 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,949. About 13.7% of families and 17.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.5% of those under age 18 and 23.5% of those age 65 or over.

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Jenkins, Minnesota

Jenkins is a city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 430 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
A post office called Jenkins has been in operation since 1895. The city was named for George W. Jenkins, a local lumberman. Jenkins was incorporated as a village in 1904 and as a city in 1969.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.51 sqmi, of which 4.48 sqmi is land and 0.03 sqmi is water. Jenkins is located in the northwest part of Crow Wing County. Jenkins is a gateway to the nearby Whitefish Chain of Lakes.

Minnesota State Highway 371 serves as a main route in the community. Other routes include County Roads 15, 16, and 145.

Jenkins is part of the Brainerd Lakes Area.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 430 people, 168 households, and 101 families living in the city. The population density was 96.0 PD/sqmi. There were 193 housing units at an average density of 43.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 99.3% White, 0.5% Native American, and 0.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.0% of the population.

There were 168 households, of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.5% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.9% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.26.

The median age in the city was 31.8 years. 29.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 30.2% were from 25 to 44; 23.3% were from 45 to 64; and 9.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 53.7% male and 46.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 287 people, 113 households, and 72 families living in the city. The population density was 67.5 PD/sqmi. There were 123 housing units at an average density of 28.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.91% White, 0.70% Native American, 0.35% Asian, and 1.05% from two or more races.

There were 113 households, out of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.8% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 31.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.15.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 32.8% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,167, and the median income for a family was $41,250. Males had a median income of $25,938 versus $17,232 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,198. About 6.1% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 21.7% of those 65 or over.

Education
Pequot Lakes Public Schools is the public school district. Pequot Lakes High School is the district's high school.

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Jenkins Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Jenkins Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 425 at the 2000 census.

The township was named for George W. Jenkins, the founder of the city of Jenkins.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 13.9 sqmi, of which 11.8 sqmi is land and 2.1 sqmi (15.00%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 425 people, 176 households, and 139 families residing in the township. The population density was 35.9 PD/sqmi. There were 378 housing units at an average density of 31.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 99.76% White, and 0.24% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.71% of the population.

There were 176 households, out of which 24.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.9% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.0% were non-families. 16.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.65.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 4.0% from 18 to 24, 21.4% from 25 to 44, 28.9% from 45 to 64, and 24.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,208, and the median income for a family was $40,417. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $18,498. About 9.6% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.7% of those under age 18 and 9.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Lake Edward Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Lake Edward Township (or Lake Edwards Township) is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,995 at the 2000 census.

The unincorporated community of Merrifield is located within Lake Edward Township.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.2 sqmi, of which 25.4 sqmi is land and 10.8 sqmi (29.84%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,995 people, 785 households, and 595 families residing in the township. The population density was 78.5 PD/sqmi. There were 1,393 housing units at an average density of 54.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.75% White, 0.15% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.55% of the population.

There were 785 households, out of which 30.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.9% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.1% were non-families. 19.4% 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 2.54 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 29.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 111.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,274, and the median income for a family was $46,174. Males had a median income of $34,875 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,714. About 7.6% of families and 8.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.9% of those under age 18 and 18.8% of those age 65 or over.


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Little Pine Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Little Pine Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 86 at the 2000 census. Little Pine Township took its name from the Little Pine River.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.8 square miles (92.7 km2), of which 34.5 square miles (89.4 km2) is land and 1.3 square miles (3.4 km2) (3.63%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 86 people, 34 households, and 26 families residing in the township. The population density was 2.5 PD/sqmi. There were 88 housing units at an average density of 2.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.84% White and 1.16% Asian.

There were 34 households, out of which 20.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.5% were non-families. 17.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 18, 8.1% from 18 to 24, 12.8% from 25 to 44, 37.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $24,375, and the median income for a family was $26,250. Males had a median income of $35,938 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the township was $12,602. There were 39.3% of families and 44.3% of the population living below the poverty line, including 67.7% of under eighteens and 54.5% of those over 64.


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Long Lake Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Long Lake Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,025 at the 2000 census.

Long Lake is the English translation of the Ojibwe language name of the township's namesake lake.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.4 square miles (94.3 km2), of which 34.2 square miles (88.5 km2) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.8 km2) (6.15%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,025 people, 395 households, and 314 families residing in the township. The population density was 30.0 PD/sqmi. There were 546 housing units at an average density of 16.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.54% White, 0.59% Native American, 0.10% from other races, and 0.78% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.78% of the population.

There were 395 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.6% were married couples living together, 4.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.3% were non-families. 16.5% 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 2.59 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 109.8 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $44,297, and the median income for a family was $50,208. Males had a median income of $35,313 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $24,136. About 3.2% of families and 4.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 1.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Manhattan Beach, Minnesota

Manhattan Beach is a small city in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States, near Crosslake. The population was 57 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Brainerd Micropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Manhattan Beach was incorporated in June 1941.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.79 sqmi, of which 1.52 sqmi is land and 0.27 sqmi is water. It is along County Road 1 near County Road 66.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 57 people, 25 households, and 17 families living in the city. The population density was 37.5 PD/sqmi. There were 58 housing units at an average density of 38.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.2% White and 1.8% Native American. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 25 households, of which 20.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.0% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 8.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.0% were non-families. 12.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 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 2.53.

The median age in the city was 53.2 years. 17.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.6% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 21% were from 25 to 44; 31.6% were from 45 to 64; and 26.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.9% male and 49.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 50 people, 22 households, and 15 families living in the city. The population density was 33.1 PD/sqmi. There were 61 housing units at an average density of 40.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 22 households, out of which 9.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.2% were married couples living together, and 27.3% were non-families. 18.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.44.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 14.0% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 10.0% from 25 to 44, 36.0% from 45 to 64, and 30.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52 years. For every 100 females, there were 117.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $51,250, and the median income for a family was $52,292. Males had a median income of $47,500 versus $31,875 for females. The per capita income for the city was $29,268. None of the population and none of the families were below the poverty line.

title: Manhattan Beach, Minnesota


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Maple Grove Township, Crow Wing County, Minnesota

Maple Grove Township is a township in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 665 at the 2000 census.

Maple Grove Township was named for the abundance of sugar maple trees in the area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 square miles (93.1 km2), of which 34.3 square miles (88.9 km2) is land and 1.6 square miles (4.2 km2) (4.53%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 665 people, 239 households, and 184 families residing in the township. The population density was 19.4 PD/sqmi. There were 281 housing units at an average density of 8.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 98.35% White, 0.60% Native American, 0.30% Asian, and 0.75% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.15% of the population.

There were 239 households, out of which 36.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.7% were married couples living together, 2.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.6% were non-families. 19.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.21.

In the township the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $50,833, and the median income for a family was $56,429. Males had a median income of $37,167 versus $27,375 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,552. About 3.8% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and 5.8% of those age 65 or over.