Hassan Valley Township, McLeod County, Minnesota facts for kids
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Hassan Valley Township, Minnesota
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Rural area in Hassan Valley Township
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 Hassan Valley Township, McLeod County, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Hassan Valley Township, McLeod County, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | McLeod |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.2 sq mi (88.6 km2) |
| • Land | 34.2 sq mi (88.5 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.1 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,056 ft (322 m) |
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| • Total | 832 |
| • Density | 24.3/sq mi (9.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 27-27494 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0664410 |
Hassan Valley Township is a small community located in McLeod County, Minnesota, in the United States. In the year 2000, about 832 people lived there. It's a quiet, rural area known for its open spaces.
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Origin of the Name
Hassan Valley got its name from a nearby natural feature. It was named after the valley of the South Fork Crow River. This river was once known as the Hassan River.
Geography of Hassan Valley
Hassan Valley Township covers a total area of about 34.2 square miles (88.6 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, which is about 34.2 square miles (88.5 square kilometers). A very small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.1 square kilometers), is water. This means it's mostly open land, perfect for farming or enjoying nature.
People of Hassan Valley
This section shares interesting facts about the people who live in Hassan Valley Township. These facts are based on information from the year 2000.
Population and Homes
In 2000, there were 832 people living in Hassan Valley Township. These people lived in 286 different homes, and 237 of these were families. On average, about 24 people lived in every square mile of the township.
Diversity in the Community
Most of the people living in Hassan Valley Township in 2000 were White, making up about 97.72% of the population. There were also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds, including African American, Asian, and people of two or more races. About 0.96% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups
Many homes in Hassan Valley Township were families. About 35.7% of homes had children under 18 years old living there. Most of the families, about 76.9%, were married couples.
The people in the township were of different ages:
- About 26.4% were under 18 years old.
- About 28.8% were young adults between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 14.1% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in the township was 39 years.
Income and Living Standards
In 2000, the average income for a household in Hassan Valley Township was around $56,691 per year. For families, the average income was about $59,583. These numbers help us understand the economic well-being of the community.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Hassan Valley para niños
