Leola, South Dakota facts for kids
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Leola, South Dakota
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McPherson County Courthouse, July 2015
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Location in McPherson County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | McPherson |
| Incorporated | 1919 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.75 sq mi (1.93 km2) |
| • Land | 0.74 sq mi (1.92 km2) |
| • Water | 0.004 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,591 ft (485 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 434 |
| • Density | 584.91/sq mi (225.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57456
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-36460 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267460 |
Leola is a small city in South Dakota, United States. It is the main town, also called the county seat, of McPherson County, South Dakota.
The city was started on May 1, 1884. It was named after Leola Haynes, whose father was one of the people who helped create the town. In 2020, about 434 people lived in Leola.
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About Leola City
Leola is located in a countryside area. It has many important services and businesses for its residents. These include a grocery store, a gas station, and places to eat. There is also a bank, a post office, and a hotel.
You can find several small businesses in Leola. These include shops for farming supplies and equipment. There are also large buildings called grain elevators, which store crops. The city has its own police and fire departments to keep everyone safe. Leola is also home to the county's public schools.
The city is managed by a mayor-council form of government. This means a mayor and a group of elected officials work together to run the city.
Geography of Leola
Leola covers a total area of about 0.75 square miles (1.93 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.74 square miles (1.92 square kilometers). A very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.01 square kilometers), is water.
Population and People
Leola's population has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 484 | — | |
| 1920 | 637 | 31.6% | |
| 1930 | 724 | 13.7% | |
| 1940 | 795 | 9.8% | |
| 1950 | 772 | −2.9% | |
| 1960 | 833 | 7.9% | |
| 1970 | 787 | −5.5% | |
| 1980 | 645 | −18.0% | |
| 1990 | 521 | −19.2% | |
| 2000 | 462 | −11.3% | |
| 2010 | 457 | −1.1% | |
| 2020 | 434 | −5.0% | |
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Leola's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 457 people living in Leola. These people lived in 209 households, and 125 of these were families. The city had about 635 people per square mile (245 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people in Leola were White (96.3%). A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 25.4% of households had children under 18 years old. Many households (50.7%) were married couples living together. About 36.8% of all households were individuals living alone. About 16.7% of these individuals were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Leola was 43.1 years. About 23.4% of residents were under 18. About 22.5% were 65 years or older. The city had slightly more males (50.8%) than females (49.2%).
Education in Leola
The Leola School District is located right in Leola. It serves students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. This public school is an important part of the community. It hosts many activities for local residents.
Well-Known People from Leola
Some people who became well-known have connections to Leola:
- Walter Conahan: He was a Republican South Dakota State Senator. A state senator helps make laws for the state.
- David N. Crouch: He was an Independent member of the South Dakota State House of Representatives. This means he was a politician who did not belong to a major political party. He helped make laws for the state in the House of Representatives.
Important Places to See
- The McPherson County Courthouse is a special building. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is recognized as an important historical site.
See also
In Spanish: Leola (Dakota del Sur) para niños
