Hubbard, Oregon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hubbard, Oregon
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The watertower in Hubbard
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Home of the Hop Fest
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Location in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Marion |
| Incorporated | 1891 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.80 sq mi (2.08 km2) |
| • Land | 0.80 sq mi (2.08 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,426 |
| • Density | 4,271.82/sq mi (1,650.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−08:00 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−07:00 (Pacific) |
| ZIP Code |
97032
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| Area code(s) | 503 |
| FIPS code | 41-35450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410798 |
| Website | www.cityofhubbard.org |
Hubbard is a city in Marion County, Oregon, United States. In 2020, about 3,426 people lived there. It is part of the larger Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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History of Hubbard
Hubbard got its name from Charles Hubbard. He was an early settler in Oregon, arriving in 1847. The railroad came to the town in 1870. A train station was built there, which helped the town grow.
In 2023, something unusual happened. Former U.S. President Donald Trump was chosen for a local fire board seat. This happened through a special tie-breaking dice roll. However, he could not join the board. This was because he did not live or own property in the area.
Hubbard's Geography
Hubbard is a small city. It covers about 0.71 square miles (1.84 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
Population Changes in Hubbard
Hubbard's population has grown a lot over the years. Here is how the number of people living in Hubbard has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 141 | — | |
| 1890 | 117 | −17.0% | |
| 1900 | 213 | 82.1% | |
| 1910 | 283 | 32.9% | |
| 1920 | 320 | 13.1% | |
| 1930 | 330 | 3.1% | |
| 1940 | 387 | 17.3% | |
| 1950 | 493 | 27.4% | |
| 1960 | 526 | 6.7% | |
| 1970 | 975 | 85.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,640 | 68.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,881 | 14.7% | |
| 2000 | 2,483 | 32.0% | |
| 2010 | 3,173 | 27.8% | |
| 2020 | 3,426 | 8.0% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 3,959 | 24.8% | |
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Hubbard's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 3,173 people living in Hubbard. There were 958 households, which are groups of people living together. Most of these households (756) were families.
The city had a mix of different people. About 73% of residents were White. About 19% were from other races. Also, about 36% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
Many households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 3.31 people. The average family had about 3.71 people.
The average age in Hubbard was about 30 years old. About 34% of residents were under 18. About 9% were between 18 and 24. And about 7% were 65 or older. The population was almost evenly split between males and females.
Transportation in Hubbard
- Lenhardt Airpark is a small airport near Hubbard. It is used for general aviation.
Famous People from Hubbard
Hubbard has been home to some notable individuals:
- Bill Bevens (1916–1991) was a professional baseball player.
- Sally Hughes-Schrader (1895–1984) was a zoologist. Zoologists study animals.
- Marion Eugene Carl (1915-1998) was a fighter ace in World War II. This means he shot down many enemy planes.
- Levi Rolla Cooper (born 1990), also known as Tucker Knight, is a professional wrestler.
See also
In Spanish: Hubbard (Oregón) para niños
