Perham, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location of Perham, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Otter Tail |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.58 sq mi (9.27 km2) |
| • Land | 3.58 sq mi (9.27 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,512 |
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3,572 |
| • Density | 981.83/sq mi (379.04/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56573
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| FIPS code | 27-50470 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396181 |
Perham (pronounced PURM) is a city located in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. In 2020, about 3,512 people lived there. It is a friendly community in the United States.
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History of Perham
Perham was first planned out in 1873. It was named after Josiah Perham, who was the very first president of the Northern Pacific Railway. This railway helped the town grow.
As Perham became more important for business, the area around it was also renamed. In 1877, the surrounding township became Perham Township. Perham officially became an incorporated city in 1881. This means it got its own local government.
Geography of Perham
Perham is located in Minnesota. The city covers an area of about 3.58 square miles (9.27 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Several important roads pass through Perham. These include U.S. Route 10 and Minnesota State Highways 78 and 108. These roads help people travel to and from the city.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 269 | — | |
| 1890 | 761 | 182.9% | |
| 1900 | 1,182 | 55.3% | |
| 1910 | 1,376 | 16.4% | |
| 1920 | 1,370 | −0.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,411 | 3.0% | |
| 1940 | 1,534 | 8.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,926 | 25.6% | |
| 1960 | 2,019 | 4.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,933 | −4.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,086 | 7.9% | |
| 1990 | 2,075 | −0.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,559 | 23.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,985 | 16.6% | |
| 2020 | 3,512 | 17.7% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 3,572 | 19.7% | |
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In 2010, there were 2,985 people living in Perham. These people lived in 1,304 homes. About 722 of these homes were families.
The city has a mix of age groups. About 22.6% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 23.4% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in Perham was about 41.5 years old.
Local Media
Perham has its own local newspaper called the Perham Focus. This newspaper shares news with people in Otter Tail County and nearby areas. You can read it in print or online.
Transportation in Perham
The Empire Builder train, run by Amtrak, goes through Perham. This train travels between cities like Seattle, Portland, and Chicago. However, the train does not stop in Perham.
If you want to catch the train, the closest station is in Detroit Lakes. This city is about 21 miles (34 kilometers) northwest of Perham.
Famous People from Perham
Many interesting people have come from Perham. Here are a few:
- Colvin G. Butler: A church leader, farmer, and politician.
- Gabriele Grunewald: A U.S. champion runner. She was known for her middle-distance running.
- Fritz Hanson: A famous player in the Canadian Football League.
- John Anthony Kaiser: A Roman Catholic priest.
- Roger Molander: A government official and activist.
- Dean Simpson: A businessman and politician.
- Ray Taylor: A film director.
- Larry N. Vanderhoef: The fifth chancellor of the University of California-Davis.
See also
In Spanish: Perham (Minnesota) para niños
