Dodson, Montana facts for kids
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Dodson, Montana
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Location of Dodson, Montana
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 Dodson, Montana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Phillips |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.17 sq mi (0.43 km2) |
| • Land | 0.17 sq mi (0.43 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,284 ft (696 m) |
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| • Total | 125 |
| • Density | 753.01/sq mi (290.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59524
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-21025 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412438 |
Dodson is a small town in Phillips County, Montana, in the United States. In 2020, about 125 people lived there.
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History of Dodson
Dodson got its name from a merchant. This person ran a trading post and a saloon here. This was before the Great Northern Railway built its tracks through the area. The town's first post office opened in 1891.
Geography and Location
Dodson covers a total area of about 0.19 square miles (0.49 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Where is Dodson?
Dodson is located close to the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation. It sits between the Milk River and the Little Rocky Mountains. The Fort Belknap Indian Reservation is home to the Gros Ventre and Assiniboine Native American tribes.
Dodson's Climate
Dodson has a semi-arid climate. This means it gets very little rain or snow. It is often dry, but not quite a desert.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 365 | — | |
| 1930 | 249 | −31.8% | |
| 1940 | 397 | 59.4% | |
| 1950 | 330 | −16.9% | |
| 1960 | 313 | −5.2% | |
| 1970 | 196 | −37.4% | |
| 1980 | 158 | −19.4% | |
| 1990 | 137 | −13.3% | |
| 2000 | 122 | −10.9% | |
| 2010 | 124 | 1.6% | |
| 2020 | 125 | 0.8% | |
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Who Lives in Dodson?
In 2010, there were 124 people living in Dodson. These people lived in 49 households. About 32 families called Dodson home.
Many different people make up the town. About 41.9% of the people were White. About 49.2% were Native American. Some people were from other races or from two or more races. About 6.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Dodson was 35.5 years old. About 32.3% of residents were under 18. About 24.2% were 65 years old or older. There were slightly more males than females.
Education in Dodson
The Dodson School District teaches students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Students attend Dodson High School. Their sports teams are called the Coyotes.
The Phillips County Library also has a branch in Dodson. This means kids can easily find books and learn new things.
Local Events
Dodson is famous for hosting the Phillips County Fair. This fair claims to be the longest-running fair in all of Montana. It's a big event for the community.
News and Media
The Phillips County News is the local newspaper. It comes out every week. You can read it in print or find news online.
Transportation
The Amtrak train called the Empire Builder passes through Dodson. This train travels between Seattle/Portland and Chicago. However, the train does not stop in Dodson. The closest train station is in Malta. Malta is about 18 miles (29 km) to the east.
See also
In Spanish: Dodson (Montana) para niños
