Crystal, Minnesota facts for kids
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Crystal
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Location of the city of Crystal
within Hennepin County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Minnesota | |
| County | Hennepin | |
| Founded | 1866 | |
| Incorporated | January 11, 1887 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.87 sq mi (15.21 km2) | |
| • Land | 5.79 sq mi (14.99 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.22 km2) | |
| Elevation | 892 ft (272 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 23,330 | |
| • Estimate
(2022)
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22,265 | |
| • Density | 4,031.45/sq mi (1,556.63/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP codes |
55422, 55427, 55428, 55429
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| Area code(s) | 763 | |
| FIPS code | 27-14158 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0642518 | |
Crystal is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States. It's a suburban area, meaning it's a community near a larger city. Crystal is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) away from Downtown Minneapolis.
In 2020, about 23,330 people lived in Crystal. Important roads like Minnesota State Highway 100 and County Road 81 help people get around the city.
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Exploring Crystal's Location and Features
Crystal is located in Minnesota, a state in the upper Midwest of the United States. The city covers an area of about 5.88 square miles (15.21 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Main Roads and Transportation
Several main roads run through Crystal. These include Douglas Drive North, 36th Avenue North, 42nd Avenue North, and Bass Lake Road. These roads help people travel within the city and to nearby areas.
Crystal also has its own small airport, called Crystal Airport. This airport is used for general aviation, which means it's for private planes and smaller aircraft, not large commercial flights.
Neighboring Cities
Crystal shares its borders with several other cities. To the north, you'll find Brooklyn Park. To the northeast is Brooklyn Center. On the east side, it borders Robbinsdale. To the south, it's next to Golden Valley, and to the west, it borders New Hope.
Parks and Recreation
Crystal is proud of its many parks and open spaces. The city has over 240 acres (about 1 square kilometer) dedicated to these green areas. There are 26 parks in total, offering lots of fun things to do.
You can find:
- Ball fields for sports
- Courts for games like basketball or tennis
- Playgrounds for younger kids
- Trails for walking or biking
- Other activity areas
The Crystal Community Center is a great place for activities. It has an outdoor aquatic center, which is like a water park, a skate park for skateboarding, and a baseball complex for Little League games.
Crystal has even been recognized for its efforts in economic development. It received the "Minnesota Star City" designation, which means it's a good place for businesses to grow.
Who Lives in Crystal?
The city's population has changed over many years. Here's how the number of people living in Crystal has grown and changed since the 1800s:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 417 | — | |
| 1870 | 718 | 72.2% | |
| 1880 | 1,019 | 41.9% | |
| 1890 | 48 | −95.3% | |
| 1900 | 750 | 1,462.5% | |
| 1910 | 966 | 28.8% | |
| 1920 | 814 | −15.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,865 | 129.1% | |
| 1940 | 2,373 | 27.2% | |
| 1950 | 5,713 | 140.8% | |
| 1960 | 24,283 | 325.0% | |
| 1970 | 30,925 | 27.4% | |
| 1980 | 25,543 | −17.4% | |
| 1990 | 23,788 | −6.9% | |
| 2000 | 22,698 | −4.6% | |
| 2010 | 22,151 | −2.4% | |
| 2020 | 23,330 | 5.3% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 22,265 | 0.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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Population Details from 2010
In 2010, there were 22,151 people living in Crystal. These people lived in 9,183 households, and 5,640 of these were families. The city had about 3,832 people per square mile (1,479 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people in Crystal were White (78.1%). There were also African American (10.5%), Asian (3.9%), and Native American (0.7%) residents. About 6.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Crystal was about 38 years old.
- 21.6% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 30.7% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 13.7% were 65 years old or older.
The population was almost evenly split between males (49.2%) and females (50.8%).
Education in Crystal
Students in Crystal attend schools that are part of the Robbinsdale School District. This district serves Crystal and some of its neighboring communities.
Famous People from Crystal
Some notable people who have connections to Crystal include:
- Tom Dooher – He used to be the president of Education Minnesota, a large union for educators in Minnesota.
- Todd Richards – A former head coach for the Columbus Blue Jackets, a professional ice hockey team in the National Hockey League.
- Travis Richards – Also a former player in the National Hockey League.
- Jeff Schuh – A former player in the National Football League (NFL).
See also
In Spanish: Crystal (Minnesota) para niños
