Wyoming, Minnesota facts for kids
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Wyoming
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Location of the city of Wyoming
within Chisago County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Chisago |
| Area | |
| • Total | 21.68 sq mi (56.16 km2) |
| • Land | 20.65 sq mi (53.49 km2) |
| • Water | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| Elevation | 899 ft (274 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,032 |
| • Density | 388.92/sq mi (150.16/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55092
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| Area code(s) | 651 |
| FIPS code | 27-72022 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397388 |
| Website | www.wyomingmn.org |
Wyoming is a city located in Chisago County, Minnesota. It is a place where many people live and work. In 2010, the city had a population of 7,791 people. By 2020, this number grew to 8,032 residents.
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A Look at Wyoming's History
Wyoming was officially planned and mapped out in 1869. This happened when the St. Paul and Duluth Railroad line reached this area. The city got its name from Wyoming Township, which is nearby.
A Notable Event from the 1930s
During the Depression Era, a famous event took place near Wyoming. In June 1933, a businessman named William Hamm was released here. He had been held for a ransom, which was paid. This event became a well-known story from that time period.
Where is Wyoming Located?
Wyoming is a city with a total area of about 21.29 square miles (55.14 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 20.26 square miles (52.47 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 1.03 square miles (2.67 square kilometers) is water.
Waterways and Roads
The city is located along the South Branch of the Sunrise River. This river adds to the natural beauty of the area. For transportation, Interstate 35 is a major highway that runs through the community. It helps people travel to and from Wyoming.
Who Lives in Wyoming?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 207 | — | |
| 1920 | 253 | 22.2% | |
| 1930 | 214 | −15.4% | |
| 1940 | 253 | 18.2% | |
| 1950 | 325 | 28.5% | |
| 1960 | 435 | 33.8% | |
| 1970 | 695 | 59.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,559 | 124.3% | |
| 1990 | 2,142 | 37.4% | |
| 2000 | 3,048 | 42.3% | |
| 2010 | 7,791 | 155.6% | |
| 2020 | 8,032 | 3.1% | |
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Wyoming's Population in 2010
According to the census taken in 2010, there were 7,791 people living in Wyoming. These people made up 2,738 households, and 2,154 of these were family households. The city had about 384.6 people per square mile (148.5 people per square kilometer).
There were 2,845 homes or housing units in total. On average, there were 140.4 housing units per square mile (54.2 per square kilometer).
Diversity in Wyoming
Most of the people living in Wyoming in 2010 were White, making up 96.6% of the population. Other groups included 0.4% African American, 0.4% Native American, and 0.9% Asian. About 1.4% of residents identified with two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 1.7% of the population.
Households and Families
Out of all the households, 41.7% had children under 18 living with them. Most households, 65.9%, were married couples living together. About 8.2% were single-mother households, and 4.6% were single-father households. About 21.3% of households were not families.
Around 16.6% of all households had only one person living in them. About 8% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone. The average number of people in a household was 2.84, and the average family size was 3.19.
Age and Gender in the City
The average age of people in Wyoming in 2010 was 38.4 years. About 28.4% of the residents were under 18 years old. People aged 18 to 24 made up 7.1% of the population. Those between 25 and 44 years old were 25.8%, and people aged 45 to 64 were 29.8%. Finally, 8.9% of the population was 65 years old or older. The city's population was almost evenly split between genders, with 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
See also
In Spanish: Wyoming (Minnesota) para niños
