Paradise, Montana facts for kids
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Paradise, Montana
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Location of Paradise, Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Sanders |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.27 sq mi (0.69 km2) |
| • Land | 0.25 sq mi (0.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,487 ft (758 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 166 |
| • Density | 672.06/sq mi (259.67/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59856
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-56425 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0788621 |
Paradise (which is called čɫl̓q̓ʷe in the Salish language) is a small community in Sanders County, Montana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area defined by the census bureau for collecting population data. In 2020, about 166 people lived here.
The community of Paradise started in 1883. This was when the Northern Pacific Railroad decided to make it a key stopping point. It was also a special place where train workers would change their watches. They switched from Mountain Time to Pacific Time here.
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Exploring Paradise's Geography
Paradise is located in a beautiful area of Montana. It sits at an elevation of about 2,250 feet (686 meters) above sea level.
Rivers and Mountains in Paradise
Paradise is found where two important rivers meet. These are the Flathead River and the Clark Fork River. This meeting point is called a confluence. A mountain nearby, named Patrick's Knob, reaches a height of 6,775 feet (2,065 meters).
Land Area of Paradise
According to the United States Census Bureau, Paradise covers a total area of about 0.2 square miles (0.69 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Paradise Community Population
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| 2020 | 166 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 184 people living in Paradise. These people lived in 83 households, with 52 of them being families. Most people living in Paradise were White. A small number were Native American or from other backgrounds.
Many households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2 people. The average family had nearly 3 people. The community had a mix of ages, from young people to those 65 and older. The average age was 42 years old.
Education in Paradise
For many years, Paradise had its own elementary school. However, on April 14, 2013, it was announced that the school would close. This was because there were not enough students. At the time, only five students were attending. In the past, the school had many more students, sometimes as many as sixty or seventy.
Local News and Media
The local newspaper for Paradise and the surrounding area is called the Sanders County Ledger. It is printed every week. You can also find it online to read the news.
See also
In Spanish: Paradise (Montana) para niños
