Springfield, Minnesota facts for kids
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Springfield, Minnesota
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We have a lot to share!
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Location of Springfield
within Brown County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Brown |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor – Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.88 sq mi (4.86 km2) |
| • Land | 1.88 sq mi (4.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,053 ft (321 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,027 |
| • Density | 1,079.91/sq mi (416.87/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56087
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| Area code(s) | 507 |
| FIPS code | 27-61816 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395941 |
Springfield is a city located in Brown County, Minnesota, United States. It is a smaller city, with a population of 2,027 people recorded in the 2020 census.
A major road, U.S. Highway 14, runs through Springfield. The city is surrounded by some of Minnesota's best farmland. For many years, Springfield was home to Minnesota's only brick-making factory. This factory closed in 2016.
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History of Springfield
How Springfield Got Its Name
The area that is now Springfield was first planned out in 1877. It was originally called "Burns." This happened when the Chicago and North Western Railway built a train line to the settlement.
In 1881, the town's name was changed to Springfield. It might have been named after Springfield, Massachusetts. Another idea is that it was named after a nearby natural spring.
Early Businesses and Growth
In 1890, a man named Adolph Casimir Ochs started the Ochs Brick and Tile Company. This company made bricks and tiles in Springfield and another town called Heron Lake. The company is still in business today. The Sanborn Company also continues to operate in Springfield.
Community and Transportation
Springfield has several churches, including three Lutheran churches, a Catholic church, and a United Methodist church. The town still has active train service. The Iowa, Chicago and Eastern Railroad, which is part of the Canadian Pacific railway, uses these tracks.
About 12 miles south of Springfield, you can visit the Jeffers Petroglyphs State Park. This park has ancient rock carvings made by early people.
Geography and Location
Springfield covers a total area of about 1.85 square miles (4.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The Cottonwood River flows right through the city, adding to its natural beauty.
Population and People
How Many People Live in Springfield?
The number of people living in Springfield has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 167 | — | |
| 1890 | 716 | 328.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,511 | 111.0% | |
| 1910 | 1,482 | −1.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,830 | 23.5% | |
| 1930 | 2,049 | 12.0% | |
| 1940 | 2,361 | 15.2% | |
| 1950 | 2,574 | 9.0% | |
| 1960 | 2,701 | 4.9% | |
| 1970 | 2,530 | −6.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,303 | −9.0% | |
| 1990 | 2,173 | −5.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,215 | 1.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,152 | −2.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,027 | −5.8% | |
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Springfield's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 2,152 people living in Springfield. These people lived in 913 households, and 558 of these were families. The city had about 1,163 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Springfield were White (95%). A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 4.6% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 27% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (50.9%) were married couples. The average household had 2.24 people. The average family had 2.88 people.
The average age of people in Springfield was 46.8 years old. About 22.5% of residents were under 18. About 26.3% were 65 years or older.
Famous People from Springfield
Springfield is the birthplace of several notable individuals:
- Bernie Bierman: He was a very successful coach for the Minnesota Golden Gophers football team.
- Marty Seifert: He served as the House Minority Leader in the Minnesota House of Representatives from 2006 to 2009.
- Glen Taylor: He is a well-known businessman from Minnesota. He also owns the Minnesota Timberwolves basketball team.
See also
In Spanish: Springfield (Minnesota) para niños
