Ellendale, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ellendale
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Location of Ellendale
within Steele County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Steele |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.83 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Land | 0.83 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,266 ft (386 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 676 |
| • Density | 810.55/sq mi (312.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56026
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| Area code(s) | 507 |
| FIPS code | 27-18746 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394661 |
| Website | http://www.ellendalemn.com/ |
Ellendale is a small city located in Steele County, Minnesota, in the United States. In 2020, about 676 people lived there. It's a quiet place that offers a glimpse into life in rural Minnesota.
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History of Ellendale
Ellendale was officially planned and marked out in the year 1900. It got its name from Ellen Dale Ives. She was the wife of an important official who worked for the railroad.
A post office, where people send and receive mail, started operating in Ellendale in 1901. This shows that the community was growing and needed these services.
Geography of Ellendale
Ellendale is located in the state of Minnesota. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers a total area of about 2.16 square kilometers (0.83 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Main Roads in Ellendale
Two important roads pass through Ellendale. These are Minnesota State Highway 30 and Interstate 35. These highways help people travel to and from Ellendale, connecting it to other towns and cities.
Population and People
The number of people living in Ellendale has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at its population from different census years:
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| 1910 | 261 | — | |
| 1920 | 367 | 40.6% | |
| 1930 | 385 | 4.9% | |
| 1940 | 430 | 11.7% | |
| 1950 | 476 | 10.7% | |
| 1960 | 501 | 5.3% | |
| 1970 | 569 | 13.6% | |
| 1980 | 555 | −2.5% | |
| 1990 | 549 | −1.1% | |
| 2000 | 590 | 7.5% | |
| 2010 | 691 | 17.1% | |
| 2020 | 676 | −2.2% | |
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Ellendale's Population in 2010
In 2010, the city of Ellendale had 691 residents. These people lived in 296 households, and 190 of these were families. Most of the people living in Ellendale were White (98.6%). A small number of residents were Native American or Asian. About 2.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Ellendale in 2010 was about 39.6 years old.
- About 24.5% of the residents were under 18 years old.
- Another 24.5% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 16.4% of the population was 65 years old or older.
The city had a nearly equal number of males and females. About 50.2% of the residents were male, and 49.8% were female.
