Casselton, North Dakota
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As of the census of 2000, there were 1,855 people, 702 households, and 509 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,315.5 people per square mile (508.0/km²). There were 738 housing units at an average density of 523.4 per square mile (202.1/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 98.22% White, 0.16% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.16% Asian, 0.11% from other races
, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.49% of the population.
There were 702 households out of which 40.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.0% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.16.
In the city the population was spread out with 31.6% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 106.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.9 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $43,259, and the median income for a family was $49,567. Males had a median income of $32,063 versus $22,614 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,248. About 2.6% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.4% of those under age 18 and 12.1% of those age 65 or over.
gas station occupied the lot that included a hamburger stand. It is approximately 45 feet (13.7 m) tall, and is made of thousands of oil cans. It was rescued from possible demolition in 2008 by a group of local volunteers. Casselton Can Pile
Casselton is known for its population of American Red Squirrels. Central Cass High School uses the squirrel as its mascot.
Race (United States Census)
Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, as defined by the Federal Office of Management and Budget and the United States Census Bureau, are self-identification data items in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify, and indicate whether or not they are...
, and 1.08% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.49% of the population.
There were 702 households out of which 40.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.0% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.4% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 3.16.
In the city the population was spread out with 31.6% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 30.5% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 106.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.9 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $43,259, and the median income for a family was $49,567. Males had a median income of $32,063 versus $22,614 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,248. About 2.6% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.4% of those under age 18 and 12.1% of those age 65 or over.
Sites of interest
Casselton is home to the world's largest can pile / free standing structure. This tourist attraction was created in 1933 by Max Taubert when a SinclairSinclair Oil
Sinclair Oil Corporation is an American petroleum corporation, founded by Harry F. Sinclair on May 1, 1916 as the Sinclair Oil & Refining Corporation by combining the assets of 11 small petroleum companies. Originally a New York corporation, Sinclair Oil reincorporated in Wyoming in 1976...
gas station occupied the lot that included a hamburger stand. It is approximately 45 feet (13.7 m) tall, and is made of thousands of oil cans. It was rescued from possible demolition in 2008 by a group of local volunteers. Casselton Can Pile
Casselton is known for its population of American Red Squirrels. Central Cass High School uses the squirrel as its mascot.
Notable people
- Andrew H. BurkeAndrew H. BurkeAndrew Horce Burke was an American politician who was the second Governor of North Dakota from 1891 to 1892.-Early life and career:...
, 2nd Governor of North Dakota (1891–1893). - Jack DalrympleJack DalrympleJohn "Jack" Dalrymple is a North Dakota politician and businessman who is the current Governor of North Dakota, and a one-time candidate for the U.S. Senate in 1992. Dalrymple became governor after the resignation of John Hoeven, who was elected to the U.S...
, 32nd Governor of North Dakota, (2010–present). - John H. LangJohn H. LangJohn H. Lang was an American who served with the Canadian Army in World War I and then with the United States Navy through World War II and the end of his career. He earned military awards and honors for heroic service from the United Kingdom, the United States, and Japan in the first half of the...
, born and grew up in Casselton; served with the 20th-century Canadian and US army and navy, respectively, from World War I through much of World War II, and was awarded numerous decorations for bravery and service – from the United Kingdom, United States and Japan. - William LangerWilliam LangerWilliam "Wild Bill" Langer was a prominent US politician from North Dakota. Langer is one of the most colorful characters in North Dakota history, most famously bouncing back from a scandal that forced him out of the governor's office and into prison. He served as the 17th and 21st Governor of...
, 17th and 21st Governor of North Dakota (1933–1934 & 1937–1939), Senator (1941–1959). - George SinnerGeorge SinnerGeorge Albert Sinner is a Democratic-NPL politician who served as the 29th Governor of North Dakota from 1985 through 1992. He served two four-year terms as governor.- Early years, education, professional background :...
, 29th Governor of North Dakota (1985–1992).