Balta, North Dakota facts for kids
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Balta, North Dakota
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Location of Balta, North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Pierce |
| Founded | 1912 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.25 sq mi (0.66 km2) |
| • Land | 0.23 sq mi (0.59 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,552 ft (473 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 66 |
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64 |
| • Density | 290.75/sq mi (112.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC–6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC–5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
58313
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-04580 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1035920 |
Balta is a small city in North Dakota, a state in the United States. It's located in Pierce County. In 2020, about 66 people lived there.
Balta was started in 1912. It's a popular spot for duck hunting. Near Balta, you can find the Old Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Wrought-Iron Cross Site. This special place is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's important for history.
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History of Balta
When Balta was first founded, it had a different name. It was called Egan. This name honored Egan Pierce, who was an important person with the Soo Line railroad company.
Later, the people living there decided to change the name. Many of the first settlers came from a city called Balta in the Russian Empire. This area is now part of Ukraine. They renamed their new home Balta to remember their original home.
Geography and Location
Balta is a small city in terms of its size. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 0.25 square miles (0.66 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, and a small part is water.
Center of North America
Did you know that the center of the entire continent of North America is thought to be very close to Balta? The U.S. Geological Survey says it's about six miles west of the city.
However, because Balta is so small, a nearby city called Rugby often calls itself the "center of the continent."
Population Changes in Balta
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| 1940 | 263 | — | |
| 1950 | 196 | −25.5% | |
| 1960 | 165 | −15.8% | |
| 1970 | 133 | −19.4% | |
| 1980 | 139 | 4.5% | |
| 1990 | 79 | −43.2% | |
| 2000 | 73 | −7.6% | |
| 2010 | 65 | −11.0% | |
| 2020 | 66 | 1.5% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 64 | −1.5% | |
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The population of Balta has changed over the years. In 1940, there were 263 people living there. By 2020, the population was 66. This shows that the number of people living in Balta has become much smaller over time.
Balta in 2010
In 2010, the census counted 65 people living in Balta. These people lived in 30 different homes, and 17 of these were families. Everyone living in Balta at that time was White.
The average age of people in Balta in 2010 was about 44.8 years old. About 21.5% of the people were under 18 years old. Also, about 16.9% of the people were 65 years old or older. More males lived in Balta than females at that time.
Education in Balta
Students who live in Balta go to schools that are part of the Rugby Public Schools district. This district also runs Rugby High School, where older students attend.
Climate in Balta
Balta has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means that the area experiences big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers can be warm to hot, and sometimes humid. Winters are usually very cold, and can even be severely cold.
See also
- In Spanish: Balta (Dakota del Norte) para niños
