Hartland, California facts for kids
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Hartland
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Location of Hartland in Tulare County, California.
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 Hartland, California
Location in California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Tulare |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.611 sq mi (1.582 km2) |
| • Land | 0.611 sq mi (1.582 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 4,475 ft (1,364 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 30 |
| • Density | 49/sq mi (19/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2585423 |
Hartland is a small community located in Tulare County, California, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the government for collecting population information. However, it is not an officially incorporated city or town with its own local government. Hartland sits high up, about 4,475 feet (1,364 meters) above sea level. In 2010, the population of Hartland was 30 people.
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Exploring Hartland's Location
Hartland is situated in Tulare County, California. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP covers a total area of 0.6 square miles (1.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
The Story Behind Hartland's Name
Hartland was named after two of the very first settlers in the area. These pioneers were William Michael Hart and his wife, Sarah Matilda Land.
Pioneer Journey to California
William and Sarah Hart traveled to California in the early 1850s. They made their long journey in a covered wagon.
Life in the Gold Rush Era
The Harts had five daughters and one son. All of their children were born in the Angel's Camp gold-mining area. Here, the Harts ran a small school for the children of the miners.
Moving Through Tulare County
In the 1870s, the Hart family lived in several towns in Tulare County. These included Venice, Kaweah, Mineral King, Orosi, and Squaw Valley. By the 1880s, they settled in Eshom Valley. The name "Hartland" was created by combining parts of their last names, Hart and Land.
Hartland's Population Facts
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The 2010 census counted 30 people living in Hartland. This means there were about 49 people per square mile.
Who Lives in Hartland?
Most of the people in Hartland in 2010 were White (90%). About 10% were African American. There were no people from other racial groups or of Hispanic or Latino origin reported at that time.
Age Groups in Hartland
The population of Hartland in 2010 included people of various ages.
- 5 people (16.7%) were under 18 years old.
- 3 people (10.0%) were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 10 people (33.3%) were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 11 people (36.7%) were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 1 person (3.3%) was 65 years old or older.
The average age in Hartland was about 39.5 years.
Homes in Hartland
In 2010, there were 14 households in Hartland. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Most of these households (64.3%) were married couples. Only one household had children under 18. Most homes in Hartland (92.9%) were rented, while a small number (7.1%) were owned by the people living in them.
See also
In Spanish: Hartland (California) para niños
