24-513: Mantorville ( / ˈ m æ n t ər v ɪ l / MAN-tər-vil ) is a city in Dodge County , Minnesota , United States. The population was 1,197 at the 2010 census . It is the county seat of Dodge County. Founded in 1854, the city is one of the oldest in Minnesota. Mantorville shares a school system with nearby Kasson , Minnesota (the "K–M Komets"). The K–M school system is a member of
48-469: A household in the county was $ 47,437, and the median income for a family was $ 54,261. Males had a median income of $ 34,195 versus $ 25,903 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 19,259. About 4.40% of families and 5.80% of the population were below the poverty line , including 5.80% of those under age 18 and 9.60% of those age 65 or over. Dodge County voters have been reliably Republican for decades. In only one national election since 1964 has
72-429: A standardized methodology and set of questions. Per capita income is often used to measure a sector's average income and compare the wealth of different populations. Per capita income is also often used to measure a country's standard of living . When used to compare income levels of different countries, it is usually expressed using a commonly used international currency, such as the euro or United States dollar . It
96-418: A total area of 440 square miles (1,100 km ), of which 439 square miles (1,140 km ) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km ) (0.07%) is water. Dodge County is in southeastern Minnesota and is 24 miles (39 km) long and 18 miles (29 km) wide. The central and northern parts are hilly and thickly wooded with pebbly, loose soil that allows for wheat agriculture. The southern part, in contrast,
120-494: Is flat and wet, more suited to grazing livestock. The soil is very fertile, with heavy black loam. Dodge is one of seven southern Minnesota counties that have no forest ecosystems; only prairie and savanna soils exist here. Dodge County's plentiful sand and rock also make the area a center for building. Quarries in Mantorville were once enterprises and consist of layers of thick stone that can be cut into any desired shape. Wasioja
144-538: Is known nationwide for its excellent " Wasioja stone." As of the census of 2000, there were 17,731 people, 6,420 households, and 4,853 families in the county. The population density was 40.4 per square mile (15.6/km ). There were 6,642 housing units at an average density of 15.1 per square mile (5.8/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 96.58% White , 0.20% Black or African American , 0.17% Native American , 0.41% Asian , 0.01% Pacific Islander , 1.89% from other races , and 0.73% from two or more races. 2.99% of
168-491: Is land and 0.03 square miles (0.08 km) is water. [REDACTED] Media related to Mantorville, Minnesota at Wikimedia Commons Dodge County, Minnesota Dodge County is a county in the U.S. state of Minnesota . The population was 20,867 as of the 2020 census . Its county seat is Mantorville . Dodge County is part of the Rochester , MN Metropolitan Statistical Area . The area of present Dodge County
192-519: The American Community Survey . This allows the calculation of per capita income for both the country as a whole and specific regions or demographic groups. However, comparing per capita income across different countries is often difficult, since methodologies, definitions and data quality can vary greatly. Since the 1990s, the OECD has conducted regular surveys among its 38 member countries using
216-633: The Erie Canal (1825) and the end of the Black Hawk War (1831). They brought a passion for education, establishing many schools, as well as staunch support for abolitionism. They were members of the Congregational or Episcopal church. Culturally Dodge County was similar to colonial New England during the nineteenth century. In 1853 government surveyors set lines for the townships. In 1854, two Mantor brothers and Eli P. Waterman established their claims in
240-608: The National Register of Historic Places in 1974. As of the census of 2010, there were 1,197 people, 430 households, and 331 families residing in the city. The population density was 843.0 inhabitants per square mile (325.5/km). There were 451 housing units at an average density of 317.6 per square mile (122.6/km). The racial makeup of the city was 97.6% White , 0.2% African American , 0.4% Native American , 0.1% Asian , 0.8% from other races , and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 2.8% of
264-554: The Zumbro Education school district (ZED). Minnesota State Highway 57 serves as a main route in the city. It is known as the source of Mantorville limestone, which found its way into buildings across the United States. The limestone quarried in the area was soft and easily carved when first extracted, but became harder as it endured the elements, making it a long-lasting building material. The historic Hubbell House used
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#1733085629211288-420: The age of 18 living with them, 68.5% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.9% were non-families. 18.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.84 and the average family size was 3.26. In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.3% under
312-461: The age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 34.5% from 25 to 44, 19.9% from 45 to 64, and 7.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.4 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 55,735, and the median income for a family was $ 62,625. Males had a median income of $ 39,167 versus $ 29,464 for females. The per capita income for
336-635: The area of present Mantorville. In early 1855, Dodge County was organized for local government. It was named for Henry Dodge , the first governor of Wisconsin (1836–1841). The Minnesota State Constitution placed Dodge County in the Fifth Judicial District on May 11, 1858. The county courthouse was constructed in 1865; it is presently the oldest still-used courthouse in Minnesota. As the 20th century began, emigrants from Germany , Sweden and Norway flowed to Minnesota in increasing numbers. Their influence added Catholic and Lutheran influence to
360-682: The city was $ 20,853. About 6.2% of families and 6.4% of the population were below the poverty line , including 6.6% of those under age 18 and 15.3% of those age 65 or over. Mantorville is located along the South Branch of the Middle Fork of the Zumbro River , west of Rochester, Minnesota . According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 1.45 square miles (3.76 km), of which 1.42 square miles (3.68 km)
384-462: The city. The population density was 741.3 inhabitants per square mile (286.2/km). There were 378 housing units at an average density of 265.8 per square mile (102.6/km). The racial makeup of the city was 98.48% White , 0.57% Native American , 0.19% Asian , 0.09% from other races , and 0.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 0.76% of the population. There were 371 households, out of which 45.3% had children under
408-507: The county selected the Democratic Party candidate (as of 2020). 44°02′N 92°52′W / 44.03°N 92.86°W / 44.03; -92.86 Per capita income Per capita income ( PCI ) or average income measures the average income earned per person in a given area (city, region, country, etc.) in a specified year. In many countries, per capita income is determined using regular population surveys, such as
432-502: The cultural mix. The South Branch of the Middle Fork of the Zumbro River flows east-northeast through the upper central part of Dodge County. Salem Creek and Harkcom Creek drain the county to the east. The county terrain consists of rolling hills, devoted to agriculture where possible. The terrain slopes to the northeast; its highest point is on the eastern part of its southern border, at 1,352 ft (412 m) ASL. The county has
456-485: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 34.2% were of German , 26.9% Norwegian , 5.8% Irish , 5.8% American and 5.1% English ancestry. There were 6,420 households, out of which 40.70% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.70% were married couples living together, 7.20% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.40% were non-families. 20.20% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.70% had someone living alone who
480-438: The population. There were 430 households, of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.8% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 23.0% were non-families. 18.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
504-466: The stone in 1856, and it was likewise used in 1865 for the Dodge County Courthouse , designed by E. Townsend Mix and now the oldest working courthouse in Minnesota. Mantorville is named for Peter and Riley Mantor, brothers who came to the settlement in 1853. The Mantorville Historic District , which covers both sides of Minnesota Highway 57 and 5th Street, was added as a historic district to
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#1733085629211528-433: Was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.18. The median age in the city was 37.8 years. 29.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.4% were from 25 to 44; 27.2% were from 45 to 64; and 10.9% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 1,054 people, 371 households, and 286 families residing in
552-439: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.15. The county population contained 30.20% under the age of 18, 7.60% from 18 to 24, 29.90% from 25 to 44, 20.20% from 45 to 64, and 12.10% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.80 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.90 males. The median income for
576-474: Was a hunting and battle ground for the Mdewakanton Sioux , often fighting Sauk and Fox Indians who wandered into their territory. Possibly the first non-indigenous person to enter the territory was a French fur trader from Canada in 1655. After the fur trappers and early explorers, the area was populated by settlers from New England . The 1820s and 1830s saw significant emigration, eased by completion of
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