Wishek, North Dakota facts for kids
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Wishek, North Dakota
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"Explore the Outdoors"
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Location of Wishek, North Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Dakota |
| County | McIntosh |
| Founded | 1898 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.44 sq mi (3.74 km2) |
| • Land | 1.44 sq mi (3.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,034 ft (620 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 864 |
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839 |
| • Density | 602.09/sq mi (232.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
58495
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| Area code(s) | 701 |
| FIPS code | 38-87020 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1036340 |
| Highways | ND 3, ND 13 |
Wishek (pronounced WISH-ik) is a small city located in McIntosh County, North Dakota, in the United States. In 2020, about 864 people lived there.
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A Look Back: Wishek's History
Wishek started as a town in 1898. This happened when the railroad tracks reached that spot. A post office also opened in Wishek that same year. The city was named after John H. Wishek Sr., who was a local cattleman. Many of the first people to build up Wishek were Germans from Russia. These were people of German descent who had lived in Russia before moving to America. The historic Old Wishek City Hall building was built in 1916.
Where is Wishek? City Geography
Wishek covers a total area of about 1.45 square miles (3.74 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.44 square miles (3.72 square kilometers), is land. A very small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.02 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Wishek? Population Details
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 432 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,003 | 132.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,146 | 14.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,112 | −3.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,241 | 11.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,290 | 3.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,275 | −1.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,345 | 5.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,171 | −12.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,122 | −4.2% | |
| 2010 | 1,002 | −10.7% | |
| 2020 | 864 | −13.8% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 839 | −16.3% | |
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Wishek's Population in 2010
According to the census in 2010, 1,002 people lived in Wishek. These people made up 454 households, and 263 of those were families. The city had about 696 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Wishek were White (98.3%). A small number were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 3.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
In terms of households, about 20% had children under 18 living with them. More than half (52.4%) were married couples. Many households (42.1%) were not families. About 39% of households had only one person living there. A large number (23.8%) were single people aged 65 or older.
The average age of people in Wishek was 51.5 years. About 19.9% of residents were under 18. Many residents (34.9%) were 65 or older. The population was slightly more female (53%) than male (47%).
Famous People from Wishek
- Ted Mann: He was known for owning movie theaters called Mann Theatres.
- Mark Pfeifle: He was a top adviser for national security and communication for President George W. Bush.
Wishek's Weather: Climate Information
Wishek has a type of weather called a humid continental climate. This means the area has big changes in temperature throughout the year. Summers are usually warm to hot, and can sometimes be humid. Winters are cold, and can sometimes be very cold.
See also
In Spanish: Wishek para niños
