Vermillion, Minnesota facts for kids
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Vermillion
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Location of the city of Vermillion
within Dakota County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Dakota |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.99 sq mi (2.57 km2) |
| • Land | 0.98 sq mi (2.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 441 |
| • Density | 447.72/sq mi (172.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55085
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| Area code(s) | 651 |
| FIPS code | 27-66802 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0653633 |
Vermillion is a small city in Dakota County, Minnesota, United States. It is a quiet place with a population of 441 people, according to the 2020 census.
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Exploring Vermillion's Location and Landscape
Vermillion is a city located in the state of Minnesota. It covers a total area of about 2.5 square kilometers (0.97 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Main Roads and Nearby Areas
The city has a few main roads that help people get around. These include Main Street, Fischer Avenue, and Goodwin Avenue. Larger highways like U.S. Highway 52 are also close by.
The Vermillion River flows right through the community. This river adds to the natural beauty of the area. Several other towns and cities are near Vermillion, such as Hampton, Hastings, and Northfield.
Vermillion Township Connection
Even though Vermillion is a city, it is located entirely within a larger area called Vermillion Township. However, the city and the township are separate in how they are governed.
Understanding Vermillion's Population Changes
The number of people living in Vermillion has changed over many years. This section looks at how the population has grown and shrunk.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 100 | — | |
| 1910 | 161 | 61.0% | |
| 1920 | 99 | −38.5% | |
| 1930 | 114 | 15.2% | |
| 1940 | 107 | −6.1% | |
| 1950 | 112 | 4.7% | |
| 1960 | 248 | 121.4% | |
| 1970 | 359 | 44.8% | |
| 1980 | 438 | 22.0% | |
| 1990 | 510 | 16.4% | |
| 2000 | 437 | −14.3% | |
| 2010 | 419 | −4.1% | |
| 2020 | 441 | 5.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Population Details from 2010
In 2010, a census (a count of people) showed that 419 people lived in Vermillion. There were 156 households, which are groups of people living together in one home. Most of these were families.
The population density was about 436 people per square mile. This means that for every square mile of land, there were about 436 people living there. Most of the people living in Vermillion were White. A small number of people were of Asian or African American backgrounds.
Households and Families
About 32.7% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (67.3%) were married couples living together. Some households were led by a single parent.
The average household had about 2.67 people. The average family had about 3.03 people.
Age and Gender in Vermillion
The average age of people in Vermillion in 2010 was 40.6 years old. About 22.2% of residents were under 18 years old. This means many young people lived there.
About 11.7% of the population was 65 years old or older. The city had slightly more males (52.5%) than females (47.5%).
See also
In Spanish: Vermillion (Minnesota) para niños
