College Place, Washington facts for kids
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College Place, Washington
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Location of College Place, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Walla Walla |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.00 sq mi (7.76 km2) |
| • Land | 3.00 sq mi (7.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,902 |
| • Density | 3,108.78/sq mi (1,200.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
99324
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| Area code | 509 |
| FIPS code | 53-13855 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1512107 |
College Place is a city in Walla Walla County, Washington, United States. It is right next to the bigger city of Walla Walla. In 2020, about 9,902 people lived there.
College Place is special because it is home to Walla Walla University. This university used to be called Walla Walla College. That is how the city got its name! It is a liberal arts university run by the Seventh-day Adventist faith. Because many people in College Place are Adventists, most businesses in the downtown area close on Friday evenings. They usually open again on Saturday night or Sunday morning. College Avenue is the main street. It runs from Heritage Road (which used to be US Route 12) to the Milton-Freewater Highway (WA Route 125).
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History of College Place
College Place has an interesting past. To the west of the town, there is a place called Martin Field. During World War II, this field was used as a training base for airplanes. Today, it is a private airfield.
College Place officially became a city on January 19, 1946.
Where is College Place?
College Place is located in the southeastern part of Washington state. Its exact location is 46°2′42″N 118°22′57″W / 46.04500°N 118.38250°W.
The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 2.66 square miles (7.76 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is the Climate Like?
College Place has a climate known as a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means it has warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
People in College Place
The city has grown quite a bit over the years. Here is how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 1,272 | — | |
| 1950 | 3,174 | 149.5% | |
| 1960 | 4,031 | 27.0% | |
| 1970 | 4,510 | 11.9% | |
| 1980 | 5,771 | 28.0% | |
| 1990 | 6,308 | 9.3% | |
| 2000 | 7,818 | 23.9% | |
| 2010 | 8,765 | 12.1% | |
| 2020 | 9,902 | 13.0% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 8,765 people living in College Place. The average age of people in the city was about 32.8 years old.
Schools in College Place
Most students in College Place go to schools in the College Place School District. A small part of the city on the east side is served by Walla Walla Public Schools.
Famous People from College Place
Some notable people have connections to College Place:
- Dr. Charles E. Woodworth - A major and researcher for the Agricultural Research Service (ARS).
- Kenneth Rooks - A national champion in the 3000 meters steeplechase in 2023.
See also
In Spanish: College Place (Washington) para niños
