Odell, Oregon facts for kids
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Odell, Oregon
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Census-designated place (CDP)
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Odell with the Mount Hood Railroad
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Location of Odell, Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Hood River |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.02 sq mi (5.23 km2) |
| • Land | 2.02 sq mi (5.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
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| • Total | 2,328 |
| • Density | 1,153.05/sq mi (445.27/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97044
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| Area code(s) | 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-54550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2408977 |
Odell is a small community in Hood River County, Oregon, in the United States. It's called an 'unincorporated community' and a 'census-designated place' (CDP). This means it's a recognized place, but it doesn't have its own city government. Odell got its name from William Odell, an early pioneer who settled there in 1861. He came from Tennessee. In 2020, about 2,328 people lived in Odell.
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Where is Odell Located?
Odell is in the northeastern part of Hood River County. It sits in the valley of Odell Creek. This creek flows into the Hood River. Odell is about 7 miles (11 km) south of the city of Hood River. Hood River is the main city and county seat for the area. The community covers about 2 square miles (5.2 square kilometers) of land.
What is Odell's Climate Like?
Odell has a climate known as a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means the summers are warm and dry, but not extremely hot. The average monthly temperatures usually stay below 71.6°F (22°C).
Who Lives in Odell?
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| 2020 | 2,328 | — | |
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In 2000, about 1,849 people lived in Odell. There were 573 households, with many families. About 45% of households had children under 18 living there. Most households (68.4%) were married couples.
The people living in Odell come from different backgrounds. In 2000, about 66% of the population was White. About 40% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The population in Odell is quite diverse in age. About 34% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 9.6% were 65 years or older. The average age in Odell was 30 years old.
Famous People from Odell
Billy Sunday, a well-known baseball player and evangelist, once owned a fruit orchard in the Odell area.
See also
In Spanish: Odell (Oregón) para niños
