Munich, North Dakota facts for kids
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Munich, North Dakota
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Location of Munich, North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Cavalier |
| Founded | 1904 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.44 sq mi (3.72 km2) |
| • Land | 1.43 sq mi (3.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,601 ft (488 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 190 |
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188 |
| • Density | 132.59/sq mi (51.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
58352
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-55020 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1036173 |
Munich is a small city located in Cavalier County, North Dakota, in the United States. In 2020, about 190 people lived there. This city got its name from the famous city of Munich, Germany.
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The Story of Munich, North Dakota
Munich was started in the year 1904. It was named after the much larger city of Munich in Germany.
Where is Munich Located?
Munich is a small city in North Dakota. The United States Census Bureau says the city covers about 1.44 square miles (3.72 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a tiny bit of water.
Who Lives in Munich?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 248 | — | |
| 1930 | 260 | 4.8% | |
| 1940 | 216 | −16.9% | |
| 1950 | 248 | 14.8% | |
| 1960 | 213 | −14.1% | |
| 1970 | 249 | 16.9% | |
| 1980 | 300 | 20.5% | |
| 1990 | 310 | 3.3% | |
| 2000 | 268 | −13.5% | |
| 2010 | 210 | −21.6% | |
| 2020 | 190 | −9.5% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 188 | −10.5% | |
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Understanding the 2010 Population
In 2010, there were 210 people living in Munich. These people made up 100 households, and 61 of these were families. The city had about 147 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Munich were White (99.5%). A small number (0.5%) were from two or more racial backgrounds.
About 21% of households had children under 18. Many households (59%) were married couples living together. About 37% of all households were individuals living alone. Around 15% of households had someone aged 65 or older living by themselves.
The average age of people in Munich was 50.4 years old. About 21.4% of residents were under 18. People aged 45 to 64 made up the largest group at 32.4%. The city had slightly more males (52.4%) than females (47.6%).
Learning in Munich
Munich has its own school district called the Munich Public School District. This district includes two schools: Munich Elementary School and Munich High School.
Famous People from Munich
- Quentin Burdick: He was a U.S. Senator for a long time, from 1960 to 1992.
- Martin Tabert: He was a farmworker from Munich. He faced legal trouble in Leon County, Florida, related to not having a fixed home or job.
Munich's Weather
Munich experiences a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means there are big differences in temperature throughout the year. Summers can be warm to hot and often humid. Winters are typically cold, sometimes very cold. On climate maps, this is shown as Dfb.
See also
In Spanish: Munich (Dakota del Norte) para niños
