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Sobieski, Minnesota
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Location in Morrison County and the state of Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Morrison |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.00 sq mi (10.36 km2) |
| • Land | 4.00 sq mi (10.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,175 ft (358 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 210 |
| • Density | 52.50/sq mi (20.27/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
56345
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| Area code(s) | 320 |
| FIPS code | 27-61006 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395905 |
Sobieski is a small city located in Morrison County, Minnesota, in the United States. In 2020, about 210 people lived there.
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History of Sobieski: How the City Got Its Name
The city of Sobieski is named after a famous Polish king, John III Sobieski. His family, the House of Sobieski, was very important in Polish history. Many people in the town have Polish American heritage, which is why they chose this name.
Sobieski officially became a village on December 2, 1915. It separated from Swan River Township on June 10, 1920. The area where Sobieski is now located was once home to earlier communities.
- From 1875 to 1904, there was a post office called "Ledoux." It was named after Frank X. Ledoux, who owned a store and was the first postmaster.
- Later, the community was known as "Swan River." This was not the same as an older post office in Benton County.
- In 1918, the name was changed to Sobieski.
- The area was also known by other names like "Green's Ferry" and "Aitkinsville." Aitkinsville was named after William A. Aitkin, a fur trader who is buried there. Aitkin County is also named after him.
Many local people in Sobieski have Kashubian-Polish heritage. The name "Jan Sobieski" fits well with their history. He was known for his association with the Kashubian Polish Hussars, a famous cavalry, who helped defeat the Ottomans in battle.
Geography: Where is Sobieski Located?
Sobieski is in the western part of Morrison County, Minnesota. It is about 7 miles (11 km) southwest of Little Falls, which is the main city of the county.
Sobieski shares its borders with several other places:
- To the northwest, it borders the city of Flensburg.
- To the north, it borders Pike Creek Township.
- To the east, south, and west, it borders Swan River Township.
- A small part of its western border touches Swanville Township.
The U.S. Census Bureau states that Sobieski covers a total area of 4.00 square miles (10.36 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The Swan River flows through the city. It then travels east to the Mississippi River, which is about 3 miles (5 km) away.
Population Changes in Sobieski
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 203 | — | |
| 1930 | 250 | 23.2% | |
| 1940 | 171 | −31.6% | |
| 1950 | 189 | 10.5% | |
| 1960 | 190 | 0.5% | |
| 1970 | 189 | −0.5% | |
| 1980 | 219 | 15.9% | |
| 1990 | 199 | −9.1% | |
| 2000 | 196 | −1.5% | |
| 2010 | 195 | −0.5% | |
| 2020 | 210 | 7.7% | |
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Sobieski's Population in 2010
According to the census from 2010, there were 195 people living in Sobieski. These people lived in 87 households, and 51 of these were families. The city had about 46.8 people per square mile (18.1 people per square kilometer). There were 91 housing units, with about 21.8 units per square mile (8.4 units per square kilometer). All of the people living in the city were White.
- Out of the 87 households, 23.0% had children under 18 living with them.
- 48.3% were married couples living together.
- 3.4% had a female head of household with no husband present.
- 6.9% had a male head of household with no wife present.
- 41.4% were not families.
- 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals living alone.
- 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years old or older.
- The average household had 2.24 people, and the average family had 2.88 people.
The average age of people in Sobieski was 43.5 years old.
- 23.1% of residents were under 18.
- 3.1% were between 18 and 24.
- 25.6% were from 25 to 44.
- 33.8% were from 45 to 64.
- 14.4% were 65 years old or older.
The city's population was 52.3% male and 47.7% female.
Economy: How People Make a Living
In 2010, the median income for a household in Sobieski was $30,625. For a family, the median income was $36,250. Men earned a median income of $30,313, while women earned $20,000. The per capita income for the city was $14,344. About 10.0% of families and 19.1% of the total population lived below the poverty line. This included 14.3% of those under 18 and 27.9% of those 65 or older.
See also
In Spanish: Sobieski (Minnesota) para niños
