Dassel, Minnesota facts for kids
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Dassel, Minnesota
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Downtown Dassel
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Location of Dassel
within Meeker County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Meeker |
| Founded | 1869 |
| Incorporated | February 28, 1878 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.69 sq mi (4.39 km2) |
| • Land | 1.68 sq mi (4.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,472 |
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(2022)
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1,483 |
| • Density | 881.16/sq mi (340.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
55325
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| Area code(s) | 320 |
| FIPS code | 27-14878 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393722 |
| Sales tax | 6.875% |
Dassel (/dæsəl/ DASS-əl) is a small city located in Meeker County, Minnesota, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,472 people lived there.
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A Look at Dassel's Past
Dassel was planned out in 1869. It was named after Bernard Dassel, who worked for the railroad. A post office opened in Dassel the same year, 1869. The city officially became a town (incorporated) in 1878.
Where is Dassel?
Dassel is located in the eastern part of Meeker County. Two main roads, U.S. Highway 12 and Minnesota State Highway 15, run through the city.
Major Roads in Dassel
- U.S. Highway 12 goes through Dassel as Parker Avenue.
- It leads about 11 miles (18 km) west to Litchfield, which is the main city of Meeker County.
- It also goes about 6 miles (10 km) east to Cokato.
- Minnesota State Highway 15 runs along the west side of Dassel.
- It goes about 16 miles (26 km) north to Kimball.
- It goes about 15 miles (24 km) south to Hutchinson.
Dassel's Land and Water
Dassel covers an area of about 1.69 square miles (4.39 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.68 square miles (4.36 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water. The city is next to Spring Lake on its northeast side and Sellards Lake on its southwest side.
Learning in Dassel
Dassel is proud of its schools. Dassel Elementary School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2012. This award is given to schools that show excellent academic performance. In 2011, Bloomberg Businessweek magazine listed Dassel as a runner-up for "The Best Places to Raise Your Kids" in Minnesota.
Who Lives in Dassel?
In 2010, there were 1,469 people living in Dassel. These people made up 572 households. About 31.6% of these households had children under 18 years old. The average household had 2.46 people.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Dassel has changed over the years:
- In 1880, there were 247 people.
- By 1950, the population had grown to 962.
- In 2000, it was 1,233 people.
- The 2020 census counted 1,472 residents.
- In 2022, the population was estimated to be around 1,483 people.
Diversity in Dassel
According to the 2010 census:
- About 95.4% of the people were White.
- Other groups included African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents.
- About 2.0% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Dassel
The average age of people in Dassel in 2010 was 35.9 years old.
- About 27.1% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 19.9% were 65 years old or older.
- The city had a fairly even mix of males and females, with 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
Dassel's Culture and Events
Each year, Dassel celebrates "Red Rooster Days" during the Labor Day weekend. This fun tradition started in 1959. Another important part of Dassel's history is the Universal Laboratories Building. This building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means it's an important historical site.
See also
In Spanish: Dassel (Minnesota) para niños
