Lefor, North Dakota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lefor
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 Lefor
Location in North Dakota
Lefor
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Stark |
| Elevation | 2,592 ft (790 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
58641
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1029858 |
Lefor is a small, unincorporated community located in southern Stark County, North Dakota, in the United States. It is found southeast of Dickinson, which is the main city and the county seat (administrative center) of Stark County. Lefor is about 2,592 feet (790 meters) above sea level. Even though its post office closed in 2002, Lefor still has its own special ZIP code, 58641.
Hungarian Heritage
One of the most interesting facts about Lefor is its strong connection to Hungarian culture. It has the highest percentage of people with Hungarian backgrounds of any ZIP code in the entire United States! This means many families there have roots in Hungary.
Location and Area
Lefor is part of what is called the Dickinson Micropolitan Statistical Area. This is a way to describe a larger area that includes a main city and the smaller communities around it, which are connected by jobs and daily life.
Climate in Lefor
Lefor experiences a type of weather known as a humid continental climate. This means the area has big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers can be warm to hot, and sometimes quite humid. Winters, on the other hand, are cold, and can even be very cold. This kind of climate is common in many parts of the northern United States.
