Vicksburg, Arizona facts for kids
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Vicksburg, Arizona
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Location in La Paz County, Arizona
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 Vicksburg, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Vicksburg, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | La Paz |
| Area | |
| • Total | 142.93 sq mi (370.20 km2) |
| • Land | 142.93 sq mi (370.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,388 ft (423 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 418 |
| • Density | 2.92/sq mi (1.13/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| Area code(s) | 928 |
| GNIS feature ID | 13221 |
| FIPS code | 04-79940 |
Vicksburg is a small community located in La Paz County, Arizona, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it is an area defined by the government for counting people. In the 2020 census, 418 people lived in Vicksburg.
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Vicksburg is a unique place in the desert landscape of Arizona. It is not an officially incorporated city or town. Instead, it is a special kind of area that helps the government collect important information about where people live.
What is a Census-Designated Place?
A census-designated place, or CDP, is a community that does not have its own local government, like a mayor or city council. However, the United States Census Bureau defines these areas. This helps them gather statistics about the population. It is useful for understanding how many people live in different parts of the country.
How Vicksburg Got Its Name
The community of Vicksburg was named after a storekeeper called Victor E. Satterdahl. He was the person who applied to open the first post office in the area. When the post office officially opened in 1906, Victor Satterdahl became its first postmaster. The name "Vicksburg" honors his contribution to the community.
People of Vicksburg
The population of Vicksburg was counted during the 2020 United States Census. At that time, 418 people called Vicksburg home. This number helps us understand the size of the community.
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| 2020 | 418 | — | |
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See also
In Spanish: Vicksburg (Arizona) para niños
