Youngstown, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Youngstown
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Village
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| Village of Youngstown | |
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| Nickname(s):
Sportsman's Paradise
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Location in Special Area No. 3
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 Youngstown
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Southern Alberta |
| Census division | 4 |
| Special Area | No. 3 |
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| • Village | March 8, 1913 |
| • Town | November 15, 1921 |
| • Village | December 31, 1936 |
| Area
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| • Land | 1.11 km2 (0.43 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 780 m (2,560 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 171 |
| • Density | 154.7/km2 (401/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| Highways | Highway 9 Highway 884 |
| Waterways | Sounding Creek |
Youngstown is a small village located in southern Alberta, Canada. It is part of a larger area called Special Area No. 3. The village calls itself a "Sportsman's Paradise." This is because there are many wild animals for hunting and great places to fish for trout nearby.
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Where is Youngstown?
Youngstown is in the province of Alberta, which is in western Canada. It is located in a part of Alberta known as Southern Alberta. The village is about 780 meters (2,559 feet) above sea level. Two main roads, Alberta Highway 9 and Alberta Highway 884, pass through or near Youngstown. A waterway called Sounding Creek is also close by.
A Bit of History
Youngstown officially became a village on March 8, 1913. Later, on November 15, 1921, it grew and was recognized as a town. However, on December 31, 1936, it changed back to being a village. This shows how communities can change over time.
How Many People Live Here?
Every few years, Canada counts its population. This is called a census. It helps us understand how many people live in different places.
2021 Census
In the 2021 Census, 171 people lived in Youngstown. These people lived in 77 homes. This was an increase from 2016. The village covers an area of 1.11 square kilometers (about 0.43 square miles). This means there were about 154.7 people living in each square kilometer.
2016 Census
In the 2016 Census, Youngstown had 154 residents. They lived in 68 homes. This number was a bit lower than in 2011. The land area was still 1.11 square kilometers. The population density was about 138.7 people per square kilometer.
Who Leads Youngstown?
The village of Youngstown has its own local government. This government helps make decisions for the community. The main leader is called the Mayor. The current Mayor of Youngstown is Robert Blagen. He works with the Youngstown Village Council to manage the village.
