Grant, Minnesota facts for kids
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Grant
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Location of the city of Grant
within Washington County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Washington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 26.50 sq mi (68.64 km2) |
| • Land | 25.08 sq mi (64.96 km2) |
| • Water | 1.42 sq mi (3.68 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,011 ft (308 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,966 |
| • Density | 158.13/sq mi (61.05/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55082, 55115
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| Area code(s) | 651 |
| FIPS code | 27-25334 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394963 |
| Website | www.cityofgrant.com |
Grant is a city located in Washington County, Minnesota. It is a suburb of the larger city of St. Paul. In 2020, about 3,966 people lived in Grant.
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A Look Back: Grant's History
The city of Grant was named after a famous American general, Ulysses S. Grant. He was a very important leader during the American Civil War. Later, he became the 18th President of the United States.
For a long time, Grant was a township. A township is a type of local government area. Over the years, some smaller villages within Grant Township became their own cities. Finally, in November 1996, Grant Township officially became the City of Grant.
Where is Grant? Geography and Location
Grant is a city with a total area of about 26.52 square miles (68.64 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but about 1.42 square miles (3.68 square kilometers) is water.
Two main roads, Highway 36 and Highway 96, run through the community. Grant is also a great place for outdoor activities. It has several bike paths, including the popular Gateway State Trail.
Who Lives in Grant? Population Facts
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 4,026 | — | |
| 2010 | 4,096 | 1.7% | |
| 2020 | 3,966 | −3.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Understanding the population of a city helps us learn about the people who live there. This is called "demographics." In 2010, the city of Grant had 4,096 people.
Most of the people living in Grant were White. A small number of residents were from other racial backgrounds, including Asian, Native American, and African American. About 1.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Grant in 2010 was about 47.7 years old. This means it's a community with a mix of different age groups. About 23.7% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 14.8% were 65 years or older. The rest were adults between 18 and 64 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Grant (Minnesota) para niños
