Carlton, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Carlton
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Carlton County Courthouse in Carlton
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Location of the city of Carlton
within Carlton County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Carlton |
| Founded | 1881 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.00 sq mi (10.37 km2) |
| • Land | 3.77 sq mi (9.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.23 sq mi (0.60 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 948 |
| • Estimate
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965 |
| • Density | 251.53/sq mi (97.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55718
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| FIPS code | 27-10018 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0640914 |
Carlton is a small city in Minnesota, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Carlton County. In 2020, about 948 people lived there.
Carlton is located on the edge of Jay Cooke State Park. This park is a great place for outdoor activities. The city is also close to other towns. It is five miles south of Cloquet and 21 miles southwest of Duluth. Main roads like Minnesota State Highways 45 and 210 pass through Carlton.
History of Carlton
Carlton started thanks to the Northern Pacific Railroad. In 1870, the railroad finished a track connecting Duluth to St. Paul. Workers set up temporary homes in a spot called "Northern Pacific Junction."
In 1881, this settlement officially became a city. It was named Carlton after Reuben B. Carlton, who was a state senator. In 2015, the nearby town of Thomson joined with Carlton.
Geography and Nature
Carlton covers about 2.27 square miles (5.88 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The Saint Louis River flows nearby. This river is a beautiful natural feature. Carlton is also home to the Black Bear Casino Resort.
Other interesting places nearby include the Thomson Dam and Thomson Reservoir. The Willard Munger Bicycle Trail also goes through Carlton. This trail is perfect for biking and walking.
People of Carlton
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 168 | — | |
| 1890 | 612 | 264.3% | |
| 1900 | 449 | −26.6% | |
| 1910 | 597 | 33.0% | |
| 1920 | 700 | 17.3% | |
| 1930 | 687 | −1.9% | |
| 1940 | 700 | 1.9% | |
| 1950 | 652 | −6.9% | |
| 1960 | 862 | 32.2% | |
| 1970 | 884 | 2.6% | |
| 1980 | 862 | −2.5% | |
| 1990 | 923 | 7.1% | |
| 2000 | 810 | −12.2% | |
| 2010 | 862 | 6.4% | |
| 2020 | 948 | 10.0% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 965 | 11.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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In 2010, there were 862 people living in Carlton. There were 337 households, which are groups of people living together. Many people lived alone, and about a quarter of households had children under 18.
The average age in Carlton was about 44 years old. About 18% of the people were under 18. Many residents were 65 years or older, making it a place with a good number of older adults. Most people living in Carlton were White, with smaller groups of Native American and African American residents.
Fun Events
Carlton has a special yearly celebration called Carlton Daze. This event usually happens in late July. It's a time for the community to come together and have fun.
Schools
Most students in Carlton go to schools in the Carlton School District. A small part of the city is in the Esko Public School District.
See also
In Spanish: Carlton (Minnesota) para niños
