Upsala, Minnesota facts for kids
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Upsala, Minnesota
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Upsala city hall and post office
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| Motto(s):
"Where life is always looking up!"
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Location in Morrison County and the state of Minnesota
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Morrison |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.24 sq mi (8.39 km2) |
| • Land | 3.24 sq mi (8.39 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,198 ft (365 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 487 |
| • Density | 150.36/sq mi (58.06/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
56384
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| Area code(s) | 320 |
| FIPS code | 27-66334 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397095 |
Upsala is a small city in Morrison County, Minnesota, United States. It is a friendly place where life is "always looking up!" In 2020, about 487 people lived there. This was a bit more than the 427 people who lived there in 2010.
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History of Upsala
The city of Upsala got its name from a city in Sweden called Uppsala. Swedish settlers came to this area and started a post office in 1883. This was the beginning of the city we know today.
Geography of Upsala
Upsala is located in the southwestern part of Morrison County. It is surrounded by Elmdale Township. The main road through the city is Minnesota State Highway 238. This highway is also called Main Street.
You can travel east on Highway 238 for about 5 miles to reach Elmdale. If you go northeast for about 21 miles, you will get to Little Falls. Little Falls is the main city for the county. Going south on Highway 238 will take you to Albany, about 15 miles away.
The city of Upsala covers about 3.24 square miles of land. There is almost no water area within the city limits. The North Two River flows right through the middle of Upsala. This river eventually flows into the famous Mississippi River near Royalton.
People of Upsala
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 316 | — | |
| 1930 | 345 | 9.2% | |
| 1940 | 347 | 0.6% | |
| 1950 | 366 | 5.5% | |
| 1960 | 356 | −2.7% | |
| 1970 | 312 | −12.4% | |
| 1980 | 400 | 28.2% | |
| 1990 | 371 | −7.2% | |
| 2000 | 424 | 14.3% | |
| 2010 | 427 | 0.7% | |
| 2020 | 487 | 14.1% | |
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How Many People Live Here?
In 2010, there were 427 people living in Upsala. These people lived in 188 homes. About 115 of these homes were families. The city had about 131 people per square mile.
Most people in Upsala are White (95.6%). A small number of people are African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people are also from other backgrounds or have mixed heritage. About 4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Ages
In 2010, about 31% of homes had kids under 18 living there. Nearly half of the homes (46.8%) were married couples. Some homes had a single parent, either a mom (10.1%) or a dad (4.3%).
The average age in Upsala was about 40.6 years old. About 24% of the residents were under 18. About 21% were 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more females (52.9%) than males (47.1%).
Education in Upsala
Upsala Area Schools
Upsala has one school building for all students from kindergarten to 12th grade. About 400 students attend this school. The school first brought together smaller country schools in 1922. The original building was replaced with a new one in 2004.
The school is home to the "Cardinals." For some sports like football, baseball, and track & field, Upsala teams join with Swanville Area Schools. Together, they are known as the Upsala Swanville Area (USA) Patriots.
The Upsala Cardinal boys' basketball team played at the state level in 2011 and 2013. The Upsala girls' basketball team also made it to the state tournament in 2013. The USA Patriot football team also went to the state level in 2012 and 2013.
Students can also join clubs like FFA (Future Farmers of America), Team 4480 UC-Robotics, Drama Club, and Knowledge Bowl.
Fun Events in Upsala
Upsala Heritage Days
Upsala Heritage Days (UHD) is a special celebration held every year. It takes place during the second week of August. This fun weekend includes many activities for everyone.
You can join a Medallion Hunt, where you search for a hidden treasure. There is also a collector car show to see cool old cars. A 5K race is held for those who like to run. You can enjoy concerts in the park and watch a big parade.
Images for kids
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Covenant Church Cemetery
See also
In Spanish: Upsala (Minnesota) para niños
