Van Tassell, Wyoming facts for kids
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Van Tassell, Wyoming
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Van Tassell from Hwy 20
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Location of Van Tassell in Niobrara County, Wyoming.
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 Van Tassell, Wyoming
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wyoming |
| County | Niobrara |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.83 sq mi (4.73 km2) |
| • Land | 1.83 sq mi (4.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,741 ft (1,445 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 22 |
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18 |
| • Density | 9.85/sq mi (3.80/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
82242
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| Area code(s) | 307 |
| FIPS code | 56-79705 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1595915 |
Van Tassell is a small town located in Niobrara County, Wyoming, United States. According to the 2020 census, 22 people live there. It's a quiet place in the eastern part of Wyoming.
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History of Van Tassell
Van Tassell got its name from a cattleman named R. S. Van Tassell. A post office was first opened in the town in 1910. It served the community for many years before closing down in 2017.
Where is Van Tassell Located?
Van Tassell is found at coordinates 42.663612 degrees North and -104.091149 degrees West. This means it's in the northern hemisphere and west of the Prime Meridian.
The town covers a total area of about 1.83 square miles (4.73 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
How Many People Live in Van Tassell?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 170 | — | |
| 1930 | 90 | −47.1% | |
| 1940 | 82 | −8.9% | |
| 1950 | 34 | −58.5% | |
| 1960 | 15 | −55.9% | |
| 1970 | 21 | 40.0% | |
| 1980 | 10 | −52.4% | |
| 1990 | 8 | −20.0% | |
| 2000 | 18 | 125.0% | |
| 2010 | 15 | −16.7% | |
| 2020 | 22 | 46.7% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 18 | 20.0% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, the town had 15 people living in 6 households. All 6 households were families. The population density was about 8.2 people per square mile (3.17 people per square kilometer).
The average household had 2.5 people. The average family size was also 2.5 people. The median age in Van Tassell was 52.5 years old. There were 4 residents under 18 years old. The town had 6 males and 9 females.
Education for Kids in Van Tassell
Public schools in Van Tassell are part of the Niobrara County School District #1. Younger students attend Lusk Elementary/Middle School, which serves grades Kindergarten through 6th grade. Older students go to Niobrara County High School for grades 7 through 12.
Main Roads in Van Tassell
- U.S. Route 20 is a major road that runs east to west through Van Tassell.
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Wyoming State Route 159 (also known as Van Tassell Road) heads south from the town. It connects Van Tassell to Torrington.Wyoming State Route 159 sign
See also
In Spanish: Van Tassell para niños
