Leonard, North Dakota facts for kids
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Leonard, North Dakota
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Location of Leonard, North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Cass |
| Founded | 1881 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.75 sq mi (1.94 km2) |
| • Land | 0.75 sq mi (1.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,050 ft (320 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 248 |
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245 |
| • Density | 330.23/sq mi (127.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
58052
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-45980 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1036128 |
Leonard is a small city located in Cass County, North Dakota, United States. It is a quiet place where people live and work. In 2020, a count of the population showed that 248 people called Leonard home. The city was first started in 1881.
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A Look Back: Leonard's History
Leonard began its story in 1881. This was when the railroad tracks were built to reach this spot. The arrival of the railroad was a big event. It helped the town grow and connect with other places. A post office also opened in Leonard in 1881. This made it easier for people to send and receive mail.
Understanding Leonard's Geography
Leonard is located in the state of North Dakota. The United States Census Bureau studies areas like cities. They found that Leonard covers about 0.75 square miles (or 1.94 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Who Lives in Leonard: Demographics
This section shares information about the people living in Leonard. It looks at how many people live there and other interesting facts.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 232 | — | |
| 1970 | 221 | −4.7% | |
| 1980 | 289 | 30.8% | |
| 1990 | 310 | 7.3% | |
| 2000 | 255 | −17.7% | |
| 2010 | 223 | −12.5% | |
| 2020 | 248 | 11.2% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 245 | 9.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, a special count called a census took place. This count showed that 223 people lived in Leonard. These people lived in 109 different homes. Out of these homes, 69 were families.
The city had about 297 people per square mile. There were 121 housing units, which are places where people can live. Most of the people living in Leonard were White. A small number were Native American or from two or more races. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
Households and Families
Out of the 109 homes, about 22% had children under 18 living there. More than half of the homes (54.1%) were married couples living together. A smaller number of homes had a single parent. About 35% of all homes were made up of individuals living alone. Some of these individuals were 65 years old or older. On average, about two people lived in each home. Families usually had about 2.6 people.
Age of Residents
The average age of people in Leonard in 2010 was about 49 years old. About 19% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 23% were between 25 and 44 years old. The largest group, about 37%, was between 45 and 64 years old. About 19% of the people were 65 years old or older. Slightly more than half of the residents were male (51.6%). The rest were female (48.4%).
See also
In Spanish: Leonard (Dakota del Norte) para niños
