Tabor, South Dakota facts for kids
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Tabor, South Dakota
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St. Wenceslaus Church, October 2015
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Location in Bon Homme County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Bon Homme |
| Incorporated | 1888 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.38 sq mi (0.98 km2) |
| • Land | 0.38 sq mi (0.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 407 |
| • Density | 1,073.88/sq mi (414.79/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57063
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-62820 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267598 |
Tabor (pronounced "TAY'-bur") is a small town in Bon Homme County, South Dakota, United States. It's a friendly place with a rich history. In 2020, about 407 people lived there. Tabor is a great example of a small American town.
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History of Tabor
Tabor got its name from a town called Tábor in the Czech Republic. Many of the first people who settled here came from that country. They brought their culture and traditions with them. The town was officially made a part of the county in 1888.
Geography and Location
Tabor is located in the southern part of South Dakota. You can find it near South Dakota Highway 50. This highway helps people travel in and out of town. The town is quite small in size. It covers an area of about 0.37 square miles (0.96 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Population and People
The number of people living in Tabor has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 273 | — | |
| 1920 | 428 | 56.8% | |
| 1930 | 397 | −7.2% | |
| 1940 | 391 | −1.5% | |
| 1950 | 373 | −4.6% | |
| 1960 | 378 | 1.3% | |
| 1970 | 388 | 2.6% | |
| 1980 | 460 | 18.6% | |
| 1990 | 403 | −12.4% | |
| 2000 | 417 | 3.5% | |
| 2010 | 423 | 1.4% | |
| 2020 | 407 | −3.8% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 423 people living in Tabor. These people lived in 172 homes. Most of these homes (115) were families. The town had about 1,143 people per square mile.
Many homes had children under 18 living there. Most families were married couples. Some homes had a single parent. About one-third of all homes were individuals living alone. Some of these individuals were 65 years or older.
The average age of people in Tabor was about 41 years old. Almost 30% of residents were under 18. About 20% were 65 or older. The town had a nearly equal number of males and females.
Famous People from Tabor
Even small towns can produce famous people! Tabor is the hometown of a few notable individuals:
- Chris Karr: He is a businessman. He also serves as a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives. This means he helps make laws for the state of South Dakota.
- Lou Koupal: He was a professional baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: Tabor (Dakota del Sur) para niños
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