Sublimity, Oregon facts for kids
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Sublimity, Oregon
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Post office in Sublimity
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Location in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Marion |
| Incorporated | 1903 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.94 sq mi (2.43 km2) |
| • Land | 0.94 sq mi (2.43 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 554 ft (169 m) |
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| • Total | 2,967 |
| • Density | 3,163.11/sq mi (1,221.46/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code |
97385
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| Area code(s) | 503 |
| FIPS code | 41-70700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411991 |
| Website | http://www.cityofsublimity.org |
Sublimity is a small city located in Marion County, Oregon, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,967 people lived there. It is part of the larger Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes the city of Salem.
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Exploring Sublimity's Location and Size
Sublimity is a city that covers a small area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city is about 0.93 square miles (2.43 square kilometers) in size. All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Understanding Sublimity's Population Changes
The number of people living in Sublimity has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 138 | — | |
| 1920 | 172 | 24.6% | |
| 1930 | 214 | 24.4% | |
| 1940 | 280 | 30.8% | |
| 1950 | 367 | 31.1% | |
| 1960 | 490 | 33.5% | |
| 1970 | 634 | 29.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,077 | 69.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,491 | 38.4% | |
| 2000 | 2,148 | 44.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,681 | 24.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,967 | 10.7% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the city had 2,681 residents living in 1,063 households. About 678 of these were families. The city had a population density of about 2,882 people per square mile (1,113 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people living in Sublimity in 2010 were White (95.8%). A small number of residents were from other racial groups or had mixed backgrounds. About 3.1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (27.5%) had children under 18 living with them. More than half (53.9%) were married couples. The average household had 2.33 people, and the average family had 2.97 people.
The average age of people in Sublimity in 2010 was 47.6 years. About 21.6% of residents were under 18. A large portion, 29%, were 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more females (52.9%) than males (47.1%).
Historic Places in Sublimity
Sublimity is home to some interesting old buildings. One notable historic building is:
- St. Boniface Church
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Location of Sublimity in Oregon
