South Cle Elum, Washington facts for kids
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South Cle Elum, Washington
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Location of South Cle Elum, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Kittitas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.40 sq mi (1.04 km2) |
| • Land | 0.40 sq mi (1.04 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,923 ft (586 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 559 |
| • Density | 1,398/sq mi (537.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
98943
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| Area code(s) | 509 |
| FIPS code | 53-65765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1526142 |
South Cle Elum is a town in Kittitas County, Washington, United States. The population was 559 at the 2020 census.
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History
In 1909, the Chicago, Milwaukee & Puget Sound Railway chose Cle Elum as a division point between the Coast and Columbia divisions on its future transcontinental line. When it was determined that Milwaukee's mainline would end up running one mile south of the city, South Cle Elum was platted. Maintenance shops and workers' bunkers were built as well as a train station. South Cle Elum was officially incorporated on August 28, 1911.
Geography
South Cle Elum is located at 47°11′8″N 120°57′11″W / 47.18556°N 120.95306°W (47.185633, −120.953019).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.39 square miles (1.01 km2), all land.
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Climate
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 65 (18) |
69 (21) |
95 (35) |
96 (36) |
99 (37) |
100 (38) |
105 (41) |
105 (41) |
98 (37) |
96 (36) |
68 (20) |
66 (19) |
105 (41) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 36 (2) |
41 (5) |
50 (10) |
57 (14) |
65 (18) |
71 (22) |
80 (27) |
80 (27) |
73 (23) |
58 (14) |
43 (6) |
33 (1) |
57 (14) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 24 (−4) |
24 (−4) |
30 (−1) |
34 (1) |
41 (5) |
47 (8) |
53 (12) |
52 (11) |
43 (6) |
34 (1) |
29 (−2) |
22 (−6) |
36 (2) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −33 (−36) |
−30 (−34) |
0 (−18) |
12 (−11) |
19 (−7) |
26 (−3) |
30 (−1) |
30 (−1) |
21 (−6) |
10 (−12) |
−14 (−26) |
−31 (−35) |
−33 (−36) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.98 (76) |
2.66 (68) |
1.98 (50) |
1.07 (27) |
1.15 (29) |
0.89 (23) |
0.59 (15) |
0.50 (13) |
0.81 (21) |
1.91 (49) |
4.31 (109) |
3.50 (89) |
22.35 (569) |
Demographics
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 587 | — | |
| 1930 | 338 | −42.4% | |
| 1940 | 340 | 0.6% | |
| 1950 | 442 | 30.0% | |
| 1960 | 383 | −13.3% | |
| 1970 | 374 | −2.3% | |
| 1980 | 449 | 20.1% | |
| 1990 | 457 | 1.8% | |
| 2000 | 457 | 0.0% | |
| 2010 | 532 | 16.4% | |
| 2020 | 559 | 5.1% | |
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2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 532 people, 235 households, and 145 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,364.1 inhabitants per square mile (526.7/km2). There were 271 housing units at an average density of 694.9 units per square mile (268.3 units/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 93.2% White, 0.4% African American, 1.5% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 1.5% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.1% of the population.
There were 235 households, of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.3% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.80.
The median age in the town was 42.8 years. 21.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 18.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
Points of Interest in South Cle Elum
- Former Milwaukee Road depot: This depot, originally built in 1909, has been restored and now houses a museum of railroad artifacts. The telegrapher's desk and equipment have been set up to show visitors how messages were communicated in the early days. There is also a cafe with fixtures that represent the original "beanery;" a place for railroad workers to eat.
- The Iron Horse State Park: This former right-of-way for the Milwaukee Road today serves as a path for hikers, cross-country skiers and horseback riders. An interpretive trail, near the former depot, shows locations of important structures, such as the roundhouse. From I-90 at exit #84, follow signs to South Cle Elum. Once in town, follow signs to parking area.
- Former Milwaukee Road Bunkhouse: Now a B&B.
Notable people
- Douglas Albert Munro, the first, and so far only, United States Coast Guard recipient of the Medal of Honor, for service during the Battle of Guadalcanal in World War II.
- The Smith family of S & S Logging, stars of Ax Men on the History Channel, reside in South Cle Elum.
See also
In Spanish: South Cle Elum (Washington) para niños
