Gary, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location of Gary, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Norman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.32 sq mi (0.83 km2) |
| • Land | 0.32 sq mi (0.83 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,099 ft (335 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 227 |
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225 |
| • Density | 704.97/sq mi (272.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56545
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| FIPS code | 27-23246 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0644055 |
Gary is a small city in Norman County, Minnesota, United States. In 2020, about 227 people lived there. It is a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Gary, Minnesota
Gary was first planned out in 1883. It was named after Garrett L. Thorpe, who was an important merchant in the early days. A post office has been open in Gary since 1887, helping people send and receive mail.
Geography and Location
Gary is a small city in terms of size. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city covers about 0.33 square miles (0.83 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
A special path called the Agassiz Recreational Trail goes right through Gary. This trail is 53 miles long and is built on an old railroad line. People can use it for walking, biking, and other activities.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 251 | — | |
| 1920 | 333 | 32.7% | |
| 1930 | 308 | −7.5% | |
| 1940 | 300 | −2.6% | |
| 1950 | 278 | −7.3% | |
| 1960 | 262 | −5.8% | |
| 1970 | 265 | 1.1% | |
| 1980 | 241 | −9.1% | |
| 1990 | 200 | −17.0% | |
| 2000 | 215 | 7.5% | |
| 2010 | 214 | −0.5% | |
| 2020 | 227 | 6.1% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 225 | 5.1% | |
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Gary's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 214 people living in Gary. These people lived in 83 households, and 59 of these were families. The city had about 648 people per square mile.
Most people living in Gary were White. About 29% of the residents were under 18 years old. Around 17% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in the city was about 40.5 years. There were slightly more males than females living in Gary.
See also
In Spanish: Gary (Minnesota) para niños
