Lavina, Montana facts for kids
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Lavina, Montana
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Location of Lavina, Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Golden Valley |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Land | 1.01 sq mi (2.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,442 ft (1,049 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 136 |
| • Density | 134.52/sq mi (51.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59046
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-42850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412881 |
Lavina is a small town located in Golden Valley County, Montana, in the United States. It sits on the north bank of the Musselshell River. In 2020, about 136 people lived there.
Lavina started as a stagecoach stop in 1882. This was a place where stagecoaches could stop for a break or to change horses. The town officially became a town in 1920.
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Exploring Lavina's Location
Lavina is easy to find because two important roads meet there. Montana Highway 3 crosses paths with U.S. Route 12 right in the town.
The United States Census Bureau says that Lavina covers about 1.00 square mile (2.6 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the town limits.
Lavina's Weather and Climate
Lavina has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means the town experiences big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers are usually warm to hot, and sometimes humid. Winters are cold, and can even be very cold.
People and Population in Lavina
Lavina is a small community. The number of people living in the town has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 148 | — | |
| 1940 | 199 | 34.5% | |
| 1950 | 195 | −2.0% | |
| 1960 | 212 | 8.7% | |
| 1970 | 169 | −20.3% | |
| 1980 | 164 | −3.0% | |
| 1990 | 151 | −7.9% | |
| 2000 | 209 | 38.4% | |
| 2010 | 187 | −10.5% | |
| 2020 | 136 | −27.3% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 187 people living in Lavina. These people lived in 79 households, and 52 of those were families. The town had 91 housing units.
Most of the people in Lavina were White (89.3%). A small number were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 3.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Lavina was about 44.5 years old. About 25.7% of residents were under 18. Also, 16% of the people were 65 years old or older. The town had a nearly even split between males (51.3%) and females (48.7%).
Historic Places to See
Lavina is home to three buildings that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites. These buildings are:
- The Adams Hotel
- The Lavina State Bank building
- The Slayton Mercantile Co. building
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Adams Hotel
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Lavina State Bank
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Slayton Mercantile Co.
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Education in Lavina
Students in Lavina attend Lavina Public Schools. These schools teach students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade.
Lavina High School is a "Class C" school. This means it has fewer than 108 students. This classification helps decide how schools compete in sports. The school's sports teams are known as the Pirates!
See also
In Spanish: Lavina (Montana) para niños
