New Rockford, North Dakota facts for kids
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New Rockford, North Dakota
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Eddy County Courthouse in New Rockford
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Location of New Rockford, North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Eddy |
| Founded | 1883 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.75 sq mi (4.53 km2) |
| • Land | 1.72 sq mi (4.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,532 ft (467 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,361 |
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1,339 |
| • Density | 792.20/sq mi (305.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
58356
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-56620 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1036182 |
| Highways | US 281, ND 15 |
New Rockford is a city located in Eddy County, North Dakota, in the United States. It is the main town, also known as the county seat, of Eddy County. In 2020, about 1,361 people lived there. New Rockford was started in 1883.
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History of New Rockford
New Rockford began in 1883. This happened when the Great Northern Railway built its tracks through the area. The railway helped the town grow.
In 1915, some people in New Rockford tried to make their city the new capital of North Dakota. They wanted to move the capital from Bismarck. However, their plan did not succeed, and Bismarck remained the capital city.
Geography and Location
New Rockford is a small city with an area of about 4.53 square kilometers (1.75 square miles). Most of this area is land, while a small part is water. The city's ZIP code is 58356.
Population Changes
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 2,111 | — | |
| 1930 | 2,195 | 4.0% | |
| 1940 | 2,017 | −8.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,185 | 8.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,177 | −0.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,969 | −9.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,791 | −9.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,604 | −10.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,463 | −8.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,391 | −4.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,361 | −2.2% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 1,339 | −3.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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Who Lives in New Rockford?
In 2010, there were 1,391 people living in New Rockford. They lived in 628 homes, with 363 of these being families. The city had about 750 housing units in total.
Most people living in New Rockford were White (95.7%). A smaller number were Native American (1.7%) or Asian (0.4%). About 2.9% of the people were of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average age of people in New Rockford was about 50 years old.
- About 20.8% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 27.2% were 65 years old or older.
- There were slightly more females (53.8%) than males (46.2%) in the city.
Fun Events and Activities
New Rockford hosts some exciting events throughout the year:
- Central North Dakota Steam Thresher's Reunion: This is one of the biggest yearly events. It happens every September during the third weekend. It's a chance to see old farming machines that run on steam!
- Opera House Shows: The local Opera House puts on different theater shows all year long.
Famous People from New Rockford
Some notable people have come from New Rockford:
- James Buchli: A former NASA astronaut and a U.S. Marine.
- Ole H. Olson: He was the 18th Governor of North Dakota.
- Larry Steinbach: A professional football player.
Schools in New Rockford
Students in New Rockford attend the New Rockford-Sheyenne Public School. This school serves the children and teens in the area.
New Rockford's Climate
New Rockford has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means the city experiences big changes in temperature throughout the year.
- Summers are usually warm to hot, and sometimes humid.
- Winters are cold, and can sometimes be very cold.
See also
In Spanish: New Rockford (Dakota del Norte) para niños
