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Venersborg, Washington
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Location of Venersborg, Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Clark |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.9 sq mi (28.3 km2) |
| • Land | 10.9 sq mi (28.3 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,990 |
| • Density | 365.2/sq mi (141.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| FIPS code | 53-74585 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1527695 |
Venersborg is a small community in Clark County, Washington, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area defined by the government for gathering population data. In 2020, about 3,990 people lived there.
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History of Venersborg
How Venersborg Started
Venersborg began as "Venner's Villas" in the late 1800s and early 1900s. A businessman named J. C. Lanerberg bought a lot of land. He got land from the government, railroad companies, and other owners. Then, he divided this land into many 10-acre plots.
Swedish Roots
To attract people, Lanerberg made special flyers. These flyers were written in Swedish. They said the area looked a lot like rural Sweden. He sent these flyers to big cities across the United States. The first people who moved here in the early 1900s were mostly from Sweden or had Swedish family.
Growth and Changes
Over time, nearby cities like Vancouver and Portland grew. This led to more people moving to Venersborg in the 1960s. The area was once covered in thick forests. In the early 1900s, many farms and orchards were started. Some of these farms still grow special, old types of apples today.
Community Life
Venersborg is still considered a rural area. It has only a few non-residential buildings. There was a store called the Venersborg Store. It opened in 2008 but closed in 2013.
Geography of Venersborg
Where Venersborg is Located
Venersborg is in the middle of Clark County. It shares borders with other communities. To the northwest is Lewisville. To the west is the city of Battle Ground. To the south, you'll find Salmon Creek. The community of Hockinson is also nearby, to the southwest.
Size of the Area
The United States Census Bureau says that Venersborg covers about 28.3 square kilometers (about 10.9 square miles). All of this area is land.
People of Venersborg
Population Growth
The number of people living in Venersborg has grown over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 3,274 | — | |
| 2010 | 3,745 | 14.4% | |
| 2020 | 3,990 | 6.5% | |
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Who Lives Here
In 2000, there were 3,274 people living in Venersborg. Most people were White (97.16%). A small number were African American, Native American, Asian, or Pacific Islander. Some people were from two or more races. About 1.86% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many people in Venersborg have European family roots. In 2000, the main ancestries were:
- German (23.2%)
- American (10.8%)
- English (10.2%)
- Finnish (9.4%)
- Swedish (7.7%)
- Irish (5.9%)
Households and Families
In 2000, there were 1,018 households in Venersborg. Most of these (81.1%) were married couples living together. About 43.6% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 3.21 people. The average family had 3.41 people.
Age Groups
The population in 2000 was spread out by age:
- 32.7% were under 18 years old.
- 6.5% were 18 to 24 years old.
- 27.2% were 25 to 44 years old.
- 27.1% were 45 to 64 years old.
- 6.6% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Venersborg was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were about 103.6 males.
Arts and Culture in Venersborg
Venersborg Schoolhouse
The Venersborg Community Club takes care of the Venersborg School. This school was built in 1912. It is a one-room schoolhouse. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is also on the Washington State Heritage Register. This makes it a very important historical building. It is the oldest community building in Washington state that has been used continuously.
The schoolhouse hosts several events each year:
- Sweethearts' Dance in February
- Spring Seed Swap & Giveaway and Spring Potluck
- December Wreath Making party
Venersborg Church
The Venersborg Church is a small, independent community church. The people who go to this church have a small gathering every Fourth of July.
See also
In Spanish: Venersborg (Washington) para niños
