Malden, Washington facts for kids
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Malden, Washington
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Malden (1912)
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Location within Washington and Whitman County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Whitman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.66 sq mi (1.70 km2) |
| • Land | 0.66 sq mi (1.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,139 ft (652 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 216 |
| • Density | 327/sq mi (127.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
99149
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| Area code | 509 |
| FIPS code | 53-42275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1512423 |
Malden is a small town located in Whitman County, in the eastern part of Washington, United States. In 2020, about 216 people lived there. Sadly, a large wildfire on September 7, 2020, destroyed most of the buildings in the town.
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Malden's History: A Small Town's Journey
Malden became an official town on December 20, 1909. It started as a stop for trains. Railway workers named it after a place called Malden, Massachusetts. For many years, Malden was a quiet town with a small number of people living there.
The 2020 Wildfire: A Devastating Event
On September 7, 2020, a huge wildfire swept through Malden. It also affected nearby Pine City. This fire destroyed about 80 percent of the buildings in Malden. Many important places were lost, including the town's fire station, post office, and city hall. The library and several homes were also burned.
Most people living in Malden were able to leave safely before the fire reached them. After the fire, it was hard to get into the town. This was because a propane tank was leaking, making it unsafe.
Malden's Location and Climate
Malden is a small town that covers about 0.67 square miles (1.7 square kilometers) of land. It does not have any large bodies of water within its borders.
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What is Malden's Climate Like?
Malden has a type of weather called a "warm-summer Mediterranean climate." This means that the summers are warm but not extremely hot. They are also usually dry. The average monthly temperatures do not go above 71.6 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius).
Who Lives in Malden? Population Changes Over Time
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| 1910 | 798 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,005 | 25.9% | |
| 1930 | 375 | −62.7% | |
| 1940 | 325 | −13.3% | |
| 1950 | 332 | 2.2% | |
| 1960 | 292 | −12.0% | |
| 1970 | 219 | −25.0% | |
| 1980 | 200 | −8.7% | |
| 1990 | 189 | −5.5% | |
| 2000 | 215 | 13.8% | |
| 2010 | 203 | −5.6% | |
| 2020 | 216 | 6.4% | |
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Malden's Population in 2010
According to the 2010 census, 203 people lived in Malden. There were 90 households, which are groups of people living together. About 57 of these were families.
The town had 118 housing units, which are places where people can live. Most of the people in Malden were White. A small number were Native American or from other backgrounds. About 3.9% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
- About 27.8% of households had children under 18.
- Half of the households (50%) were married couples living together.
- About 34.4% of households were made up of single individuals.
- 20% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The average age of people in Malden was 50.8 years. About 23.6% of residents were under 18. Also, 25.6% were 65 years old or older. The town had a nearly equal number of males and females.
See also
In Spanish: Malden (Washington) para niños
