Neche, North Dakota facts for kids
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Neche, North Dakota
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An old hotel in Neche
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Location of Neche, North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Pembina |
| Founded | 1882 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.35 sq mi (0.90 km2) |
| • Land | 0.35 sq mi (0.90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 830 ft (253 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 344 |
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344 |
| • Density | 991.35/sq mi (382.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
58265
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-55620 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1036176 |
Neche (/ˈnɪtʃiː/ NITCH-ee) is a small city in Pembina County, North Dakota, United States. It sits right on the banks of the Pembina River. In 2020, about 344 people lived there.
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A Look Back in Time
Neche was officially started in 1882. People say its name comes from an Ojibwe word, nidji. This word means "friend," "neighbor," or "one like myself." From 1902 to 1906, a man named William L. Walton built cars right here in Neche!
Where is Neche?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Neche covers a total area of about 0.90 square kilometers (0.35 square miles). All of this area is land. Neche is located very close to the border between the United States and Canada. It's about one mile south of the border. On the Canadian side, you'll find the community of Gretna, Manitoba. Neche is also near the Neche–Gretna Border Crossing, which is a place where people can cross the border.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 314 | — | |
| 1900 | 682 | 117.2% | |
| 1910 | 528 | −22.6% | |
| 1920 | 528 | 0.0% | |
| 1930 | 502 | −4.9% | |
| 1940 | 565 | 12.5% | |
| 1950 | 615 | 8.8% | |
| 1960 | 545 | −11.4% | |
| 1970 | 451 | −17.2% | |
| 1980 | 471 | 4.4% | |
| 1990 | 434 | −7.9% | |
| 2000 | 437 | 0.7% | |
| 2010 | 371 | −15.1% | |
| 2020 | 344 | −7.3% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 344 | −7.3% | |
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Neche's Population in 2010
In 2010, the census showed that 371 people lived in Neche. These people lived in 142 households, and 92 of these were families. Most of the people living in Neche were White, making up 99.5% of the population. About 1.9% of the people were Hispanic or Latino. The average age of people in Neche was 35.3 years old. About 27.5% of the residents were under 18 years old.
Famous People From Neche
- Henry Gurke, who received the Medal of Honor during World War II.
See also
In Spanish: Neche (Dakota del Norte) para niños
