Rush City, Minnesota facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rush City
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Downtown Rush City
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Location of Rush City
within Chisago County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Chisago |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.32 sq mi (11.19 km2) |
| • Land | 4.25 sq mi (11.01 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,228 |
| • Density | 759.53/sq mi (293.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55069
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| Area code(s) | 320 |
| FIPS code | 27-56266 |
| GNIS feature ID | 665486 |
| Website | www.rushcity.us |
Rush City is a small city located in Chisago County, Minnesota, in the United States. In 2020, about 3,228 people lived there. It is located about 58 miles north of the big cities of Minneapolis–Saint Paul.
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History of Rush City
Rush City was officially planned out in 1870. It became an incorporated city in 1874.
Geography of Rush City
The city covers an area of about 4.32 square miles (11.19 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. Rush City is also located along a stream called Rush Creek.
Transportation in Rush City
Interstate 35 is a major highway that runs through Rush City. It helps people travel to and from the community. Another important road is Minnesota State Highway 361, also known as 4th Street. The city also has its own airport, called the Rush City Regional Airport.
Population and People
The number of people living in Rush City has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population counts from different years:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 580 | — | |
| 1890 | 707 | 21.9% | |
| 1900 | 987 | 39.6% | |
| 1910 | 964 | −2.3% | |
| 1920 | 971 | 0.7% | |
| 1930 | 908 | −6.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,020 | 12.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,175 | 15.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,108 | −5.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,130 | 2.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,198 | 6.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,497 | 25.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,112 | 41.1% | |
| 2010 | 3,079 | 45.8% | |
| 2020 | 3,228 | 4.8% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 3,079 people living in Rush City. There were 844 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. About 35% of these households had children under 18 years old. The average household had about 2.43 people.
The average age of people in the city was 33.6 years old. About 17.8% of the people were under 18. About 10.1% were 65 years old or older. More males lived in the city (64.9%) than females (35.1%) at that time.
Economy and Jobs
Rush City is home to a state prison. This prison opened in the year 2000. It houses almost 1,000 male inmates. The prison is an important employer in the city, providing jobs for about 350 people.
Famous People from Rush City
- Ruth Duccini (1918-2014): She was an actress. She played a munchkin in the famous movie The Wizard of Oz. She was born in Rush City.
- Clayton Tonnemaker (1928-1996): He was an American football player.
Images for kids
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Rush City Museum
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City Hall
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Library
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United States Post Office
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Jasper Masonic Lodge #164
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Grant House Hotel
See also
In Spanish: Rush City (Minnesota) para niños
