Trail, Minnesota facts for kids
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Trail, Minnesota
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1915 postcard of Trail, Minnesota
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Location of Trail, Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Polk |
| Incorporated | April 17, 1950 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.998 sq mi (2.586 km2) |
| • Land | 0.998 sq mi (2.586 km2) |
| • Water | 0.000 sq mi (0.000 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,207 ft (368 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 40 |
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39 |
| • Density | 40.08/sq mi (15.47/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
56684
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| FIPS code | 27-65344 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397047 |
| Sales tax | 7.125% |
Trail is a small city in Polk County, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the larger Grand Forks, ND-MN area. In 2020, about 40 people lived there.
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History of Trail
The town of Trail got its name because an old Indian trail used to pass nearby. A post office opened in Trail in 1910. This means people could send and receive mail there. The city was officially started on April 17, 1950.
Geography of Trail
Trail is a small city, covering about 2.586 square kilometers (0.998 square miles) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
The city is located along State Highway 92. This highway helps people travel to and from Trail.
Population of Trail
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 100 | — | |
| 1970 | 99 | −1.0% | |
| 1980 | 97 | −2.0% | |
| 1990 | 77 | −20.6% | |
| 2000 | 62 | −19.5% | |
| 2010 | 46 | −25.8% | |
| 2020 | 40 | −13.0% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 39 | −15.2% | |
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The number of people living in Trail has changed over the years. In 1960, there were 100 people. By 2020, the population was 40. This shows that fewer people live in Trail now compared to the past.
What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the census counted 46 people living in Trail. These people lived in 26 different homes. Most people living in Trail at that time were White.
About half of the homes had people living alone. Some homes had married couples. A few homes had a single parent with children. The average age of people in Trail was about 52.5 years old. Most residents were adults aged 45 to 64.
See also
In Spanish: Trail (Minnesota) para niños
