Bellingham, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bellingham
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Location of Bellingham, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Lac qui Parle |
| Named for | Robert Bellingham |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.39 sq mi (1.00 km2) |
| • Land | 0.39 sq mi (1.00 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,043 ft (318 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 148 |
| • Density | 382.43/sq mi (147.56/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56212
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| Area code(s) | 320 |
| FIPS code | 27-04960 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394122 |
Bellingham is a small city located in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, in the United States. In 2010, about 168 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 148 people.
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The Story of Bellingham
Bellingham was officially planned and laid out in 1887. It was named after Robert Bellingham, who owned the land where the city was built. A post office has been open in Bellingham since 1887, helping people send and receive mail for over a hundred years.
Where is Bellingham?
Bellingham is a small place. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.40 square miles (1.00 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Bellingham?
The number of people living in Bellingham has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 166 | — | |
| 1900 | 380 | 128.9% | |
| 1910 | 359 | −5.5% | |
| 1920 | 405 | 12.8% | |
| 1930 | 375 | −7.4% | |
| 1940 | 456 | 21.6% | |
| 1950 | 388 | −14.9% | |
| 1960 | 327 | −15.7% | |
| 1970 | 263 | −19.6% | |
| 1980 | 290 | 10.3% | |
| 1990 | 247 | −14.8% | |
| 2000 | 205 | −17.0% | |
| 2010 | 168 | −18.0% | |
| 2020 | 148 | −11.9% | |
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Bellingham's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 168 people living in Bellingham. These people lived in 82 different homes, and 52 of those were families. The city had about 420 people per square mile.
Almost everyone living in Bellingham in 2010 was White (100%). A small number, about 1.2%, were of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average age of people in Bellingham in 2010 was about 53.8 years old.
- About 16.7% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 29.2% were 65 years old or older.
The city had slightly more males (51.8%) than females (48.2%).
Famous People from Bellingham
- Glen H. Anderson: He was a politician from Minnesota. He served in the Minnesota House of Representatives from 1973 to 1990. This means he helped make laws for the state.
- Eddie Kienholz: He was a coach for college sports. He coached football, basketball, and baseball teams.
Schools in Bellingham
Bellingham is part of the Ortonville School District. In 2009, the Bellingham School District joined with the Ortonville district. This change helped combine the schools into one larger system.
See also
In Spanish: Bellingham (Minnesota) para niños
