Coon Rapids, Minnesota facts for kids
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Coon Rapids
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Location of the city of Coon Rapids
within Anoka County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Minnesota | |
| County | Anoka | |
| Incorporated (village) | October 1952 | |
| Incorporated (city) | June 1959 | |
| Area | ||
| • City | 23.33 sq mi (60.43 km2) | |
| • Land | 22.60 sq mi (58.53 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.73 sq mi (1.90 km2) | |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • City | 63,599 | |
| • Estimate
(2022)
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62,785 | |
| • Rank | US: 616th MN: 15th |
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| • Density | 2,814.12/sq mi (1,086.53/km2) | |
| • Metro | 3,693,729 (US: 16th) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
55433, 55448
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| Area code(s) | 763 | |
| FIPS code | 27-13114 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393628 | |
Coon Rapids is a city located north of Minneapolis in Minnesota, United States. It is the second-largest city in Anoka County. In 2020, about 63,599 people lived there. This makes it the 15th largest city in Minnesota. It is also the seventh largest suburb in the Twin Cities area.
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Geography of Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids covers about 23.34 square miles (60.43 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 0.73 square miles (1.90 square kilometers) is water.
The city has some fun lakes for recreation. These include Cenaiko Lake and Crooked Lake. About two-thirds of Crooked Lake is inside Coon Rapids. The rest is in the nearby city of Andover.
History of Coon Rapids
Early Trails and Industries
In 1835, a path called the Red River Ox Cart Trail was created. It helped connect Minneapolis and Anoka for trade and military use. The first businesses in Coon Rapids grew up around this trail.
One important business was the Anoka Pressed Brick and Terra Cotta Company. Dr. D.C. Dunham started it in 1881. The place where they dug up clay, known as the "Clay Hole," is still a reminder of the city's past. Today, the old Red River Ox Cart Trail is called Coon Rapids Boulevard. It is still a very important road for businesses.
The Coon Rapids Dam
In 1912, work began on the Coon Rapids Dam. Many workers and engineers came to the area. This caused the city's population to grow to over 1,000 people. The dam was finished in 1914. It provided power for the region for many years.
Later, in 1969, the dam was sold. It became part of the Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. This park is a great place for outdoor activities.
Becoming a City
When the dam was built, Anoka Township changed its name to Coon Creek Rapids. Later, it was shortened to Coon Rapids. In 1959, the people of Coon Rapids voted to become an official city.
The city has grown a lot since then. In 1959, about 14,000 people lived there. By 2022, the population was more than 62,785. This makes it the 15th largest city in Minnesota.
Transportation in Coon Rapids
Long ago, steamboats could travel on the Mississippi River through Coon Rapids. They could even go as far north as St. Cloud sometimes. However, when the Coon Rapids Dam was finished in 1914, it changed things. The dam made Coon Rapids the northernmost point on the Mississippi River where boats could still travel.
Several main roads pass through the city. These include U.S. Highway 10 and Minnesota State Highways 47 and 610.
Coon Rapids also has a train station called Coon Rapids Riverdale Station. It is part of the Northstar Commuter Rail line. This train connects the northwest suburbs to downtown Minneapolis. The train line started running in November 2009. The train uses tracks owned by the Burlington Northern/Santa Fe company. These tracks go all the way from Seattle to Chicago.
Economy of Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids is home to several important companies. These include:
- RMS Company, which makes medical devices.
- Mary T, Inc., a company that provides healthcare and housing.
- HOM Furniture, a furniture store.
- John Roberts Company and ECM Publishers, which are printers and publishers.
Major Employers
Here are some of the biggest employers in Coon Rapids:
| # | Employer | Number of Employees |
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| 1 | Mercy Health (Allina Health System) | 1,860 |
| 2 | Independent School District #11 | 1,238 |
| 3 | Mary T, Inc. | 1,120 |
| 4 | RMS Company | 672 |
| 5 | Honeywell Aerospace | 600 |
| 6 | Anoka-Ramsey Community College | 403 |
| 7 | HOM Furniture | 300 |
| 8 | Target | 300 |
| 9 | City of Coon Rapids | 285 |
| 10 | Menards | 220 |
| 11 | Walmart | 200 |
Education in Coon Rapids
Coon Rapids has several schools and colleges.
Colleges
Anoka-Ramsey Community College is located in the city. It offers many different 2-year and 4-year programs. In 2013, the college gave out 754 Associate degrees.
Schools
The city is part of the Anoka-Hennepin Public School District 11.
- Coon Rapids High School is the biggest school in the city. About 2,800 students attend there.
- Coon Rapids Middle School is also in the city. It shares a parking lot with the high school.
- Epiphany is a private Catholic school in Coon Rapids.
- Cross of Christ Lutheran School is a private school for Pre-K through 8th grade.
- Northwest Passage High School is a special charter school. It focuses on project-based learning and expeditions.
In the 1980s, the Minnesota Japanese School used to hold classes at the Coon Rapids college campus. This was a weekend school for Japanese students.
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 602 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,498 | 148.8% | |
| 1880 | 261 | −82.6% | |
| 1890 | 360 | 37.9% | |
| 1900 | 382 | 6.1% | |
| 1910 | 422 | 10.5% | |
| 1920 | 548 | 29.9% | |
| 1930 | 670 | 22.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,018 | 51.9% | |
| 1950 | 2,563 | 151.8% | |
| 1960 | 14,931 | 482.6% | |
| 1970 | 30,505 | 104.3% | |
| 1980 | 35,826 | 17.4% | |
| 1990 | 52,978 | 47.9% | |
| 2000 | 61,627 | 16.3% | |
| 2010 | 61,476 | −0.2% | |
| 2020 | 63,599 | 3.5% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 62,785 | 2.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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2010 Census Details
In 2010, the city had 61,476 people living in 23,532 households. About 34.3% of these households had children under 18. The average household had 2.60 people.
The average age of people in Coon Rapids was 36.9 years old. About 24.5% of residents were under 18. About 11.3% were 65 years old or older. The population was 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
See also
In Spanish: Coon Rapids (Minnesota) para niños
