South Bend, Washington facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
South Bend
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Pacific County Courthouse, South Bend
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| Nickname(s):
Oyster Capital of the World
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Location of South Bend, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pacific |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.99 sq mi (5.16 km2) |
| • Land | 1.64 sq mi (4.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.35 sq mi (0.91 km2) |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,746 |
| • Density | 877.4/sq mi (338.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98586
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| Area code(s) | 360 |
| FIPS code | 53-65625 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1509692 |
| Website | City of South Bend |
South Bend is a city in Washington state, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Pacific County. In 2020, about 1,746 people lived there. South Bend is well-known for its delicious oysters and beautiful scenery.
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History of South Bend
South Bend officially became a city on September 27, 1890. It got its name because it is located on a bend in the Willapa River. In 1893, South Bend became the county seat, taking over from Oysterville. The historic Pacific County Courthouse in South Bend is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Geography and Climate
South Bend is located at 46°39′49″N 123°48′4″W / 46.66361°N 123.80111°W on the Willapa River. The city covers about 2.01 square miles (5.21 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Weather in South Bend
The weather in South Bend changes throughout the year. Summers are generally warm, while winters are cool. The area gets a lot of rain, especially in the cooler months.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 46 (8) |
50 (10) |
54 (12) |
57 (14) |
62 (17) |
66 (19) |
70 (21) |
72 (22) |
69 (21) |
60 (16) |
51 (11) |
46 (8) |
59 (15) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 32 (0) |
33 (1) |
35 (2) |
37 (3) |
42 (6) |
47 (8) |
50 (10) |
50 (10) |
45 (7) |
39 (4) |
36 (2) |
33 (1) |
40 (5) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 12.05 (306) |
10.75 (273) |
9.25 (235) |
6.31 (160) |
4.03 (102) |
2.84 (72) |
1.45 (37) |
1.47 (37) |
3.24 (82) |
6.82 (173) |
12.67 (322) |
12.76 (324) |
83.64 (2,123) |
| Source: The Weather Channel | |||||||||||||
Population of South Bend
The number of people living in South Bend has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 711 | — | |
| 1910 | 3,023 | 325.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,948 | −35.6% | |
| 1930 | 1,798 | −7.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,771 | −1.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,857 | 4.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,671 | −10.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,795 | 7.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,686 | −6.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,551 | −8.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,807 | 16.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,637 | −9.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,746 | 6.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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People Living in South Bend
In 2010, there were 1,637 people living in South Bend. These people lived in 684 households. The average age of residents was about 43.9 years old. About 22.8% of the people were under 18 years old.
Famous People from South Bend
- Helen Davis – She wrote "Washington, My Home", which became the official state song of Washington in 1959.
- Helen Kleeb – An actress famous for playing Miss Mamie Baldwin in the TV show The Waltons.
- Pat Paulsen – A well-known comedian and satirist.
See also
In Spanish: South Bend (Washington) para niños
