Lennox, South Dakota facts for kids
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Lennox
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Location in Lincoln County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Lincoln |
| Founded | 1889 |
| Incorporated | May 19, 1889 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.75 sq mi (4.52 km2) |
| • Land | 1.75 sq mi (4.52 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,342 ft (409 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,423 |
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2,466 |
| • Density | 1,387.74/sq mi (535.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC–6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC–5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57039
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-36380 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267459 |
Lennox is a friendly city in Lincoln County, South Dakota, in the United States. It's about 20 miles (32 km) southwest of a bigger city called Sioux Falls. In 2020, about 2,423 people lived here.
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A Look Back: Lennox's History
Lennox was named after a man named Ben Lennox. He was a private secretary for the Milwaukee Railroad's general manager. The city was officially started in 1889.
Exploring Lennox: Geography
Lennox covers a total area of about 1.75 square miles (4.52 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Lennox: Population Facts
The number of people living in Lennox has grown a lot over the years. In 1880, only 89 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 2,423. In 2022, it was estimated that about 2,466 people lived in Lennox.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 89 | — | |
| 1890 | 363 | 307.9% | |
| 1900 | 591 | 62.8% | |
| 1910 | 745 | 26.1% | |
| 1920 | 1,074 | 44.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,113 | 3.6% | |
| 1940 | 1,164 | 4.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,218 | 4.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,353 | 11.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,487 | 9.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,827 | 22.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,767 | −3.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,037 | 15.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,111 | 3.6% | |
| 2020 | 2,423 | 14.8% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 2,466 | 16.8% | |
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Lennox in 2010: A Snapshot
In 2010, there were 2,111 people living in Lennox. Most residents were White. About 26% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age of people in Lennox was about 37.8 years.
Learning in Lennox: Education
Lennox is part of the Lennox School District 41-4. This school district has several schools for students of different ages. These include Lennox Elementary/LWC Intermediate and LWC Junior High School/Lennox High School.
Famous Faces: Notable People
- Arnold Kegel, a well-known gynecologist, was from Lennox.
See also
In Spanish: Lennox (Dakota del Sur) para niños
