Corvallis, Montana facts for kids
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Corvallis, Montana
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Location of Corvallis, Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Ravalli |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.58 sq mi (1.50 km2) |
| • Land | 0.58 sq mi (1.49 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,481 ft (1,061 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,125 |
| • Density | 1,949.74/sq mi (753.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| ZIP Code |
59828
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-17725 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0781704 |
Corvallis is a small community located in Ravalli County, Montana, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area counted by the government for statistics. The local Salish people call this place cƛ̓mƛ̓mqéy. In 2020, about 1,125 people lived here.
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History of Corvallis, Montana
Corvallis, Montana, got its name from settlers who came from a town called Corvallis, Oregon. This community was officially planned out and mapped in 1879.
Geography and Location
Corvallis is found at specific geographic coordinates: 46°18′54″N 114°06′53″W / 46.315010°N 114.114630°W. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The United States Census Bureau says that Corvallis covers a total area of about 1.5 square kilometers (0.58 square miles). All of this area is land.
Climate in Corvallis
Corvallis has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means the area experiences big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers are usually warm to hot, and sometimes humid. Winters are cold, and can even be very cold. On climate maps, this type of weather is often shown as "Dfb."
Population and People
Corvallis has seen its population grow over the years. Here's how the number of people living here has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 443 | — | |
| 2010 | 976 | 120.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,125 | 15.3% | |
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In 2000, there were 443 people living in Corvallis. The population density was about 934.6 people per square mile (360.8 people per square kilometer). The average household had about 2.36 people, and the average family had about 2.83 people.
The population included people of different ages. About 26.9% were under 18 years old. Around 15.8% were 65 years old or older. The average age in Corvallis was 35 years.
Education in Corvallis
The Corvallis School District provides education for students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Students attend Corvallis High School. The sports teams at Corvallis High School are known as the Blue Devils.
See also
- In Spanish: Corvallis (Montana) para niños
