South Heart, North Dakota facts for kids
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South Heart, North Dakota
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Location of South Heart, North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Stark |
| Founded | 1908 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.35 sq mi (3.50 km2) |
| • Land | 1.35 sq mi (3.49 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,503 ft (763 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 394 |
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398 |
| • Density | 292.50/sq mi (112.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
58655
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-74185 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1036274 |
South Heart is a small city located in Stark County, North Dakota, in the United States. It is a part of the larger Dickinson area. The city was officially started in 1908. According to the 2020 census, about 394 people live there.
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History of South Heart
South Heart got its name because it is located on the south side of the Heart River. This river is an important natural feature in the area.
Geography and Location
South Heart is a small city in terms of its size. The United States Census Bureau reports that the city covers a total area of about 3.50 square kilometers (1.35 square miles). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny part being water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 132 | — | |
| 1980 | 294 | 122.7% | |
| 1990 | 322 | 9.5% | |
| 2000 | 307 | −4.7% | |
| 2010 | 301 | −2.0% | |
| 2020 | 394 | 30.9% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 398 | 32.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in South Heart has changed over the years. In 1970, there were 132 residents. By 2020, the population had grown to 394 people. The city's population density is about 112.91 people per square kilometer (292.50 people per square mile). This means it's a fairly spread-out community.
Who Lives in South Heart?
Based on the census from 2010, there were 301 people living in South Heart. Most residents, about 99%, identified as White. A small percentage (1%) were from two or more racial backgrounds. About 0.7% of the population was of Hispanic or Latino origin.
There were 121 households in the city. About 31.4% of these households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (56.2%) were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.49 people. The average age of people in South Heart was 37.1 years old. About 26.2% of residents were under 18, and 14.6% were 65 or older. The city had slightly more males (53.2%) than females (46.8%).
Radio Stations
South Heart can receive radio broadcasts from KDXN FM 105.7. This station plays a mix of popular music and classic hits.
See also
In Spanish: South Heart (Dakota del Norte) para niños
