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'''Pocahontas''' is a city in [[Randolph County, Arkansas|Randolph County]], [[Arkansas]], United States, along the [[Black River (Arkansas)|Black River]]. According to the 2010 Census Bureau, the population of the city was 6,608.<ref name=popest2>{{cite web | date = June 21, 2006 | url = https://www.census.gov/popest/cities/tables/SUB-EST2005-04-05.csv | title = Annual Estimates of the Population for All Incorporated Places in Arkansas | format = [[Comma-separated values|CSV]] | work = 2005 Population Estimates | publisher = U.S. Census Bureau, Population Division | access-date = November 16, 2006}}</ref> The city is the [[county seat]] of Randolph County.<ref name="GR6">{{cite web|url=http://www.naco.org/Counties/Pages/FindACounty.aspx|access-date=2011-06-07|title=Find a County|publisher=National Association of Counties}}</ref>
'''Pocahontas''' is a city in the [[county seat]] of [[Randolph County, Arkansas|Randolph County]],<ref name="GR6">{{cite web|url=http://www.naco.org/Counties/Pages/FindACounty.aspx|access-date=June 7, 2011|title=Find a County|publisher=National Association of Counties}}</ref> [[Arkansas]], United States, along the [[Black River (Arkansas)|Black River]]. According to the 2010 Census Bureau, the population of the city was 6,608.<ref name=popest2>{{cite web | date = June 21, 2006 | url = https://www.census.gov/popest/cities/tables/SUB-EST2005-04-05.csv | title = Annual Estimates of the Population for All Incorporated Places in Arkansas | format = [[Comma-separated values|CSV]] | work = 2005 Population Estimates | publisher = U.S. Census Bureau, Population Division | access-date = November 16, 2006}}</ref>


Pocahontas has a number of historic buildings, including the Old Randolph County Courthouse built in 1871, the St. Mary's [[African Methodist Episcopal Church|AME Church]], and the Pocahontas [[Colored]] School built in 1918, the latter of which is now home to the [http://www.herroncenter.org/ Eddie Mae Herron Center].
Pocahontas has a number of historic buildings, including the Old Randolph County Courthouse built in 1871, the St. Mary's [[African Methodist Episcopal Church|AME Church]], and the Pocahontas [[Colored]] School built in 1918, the latter of which is now home to the Eddie Mae Herron Center.<ref>[http://www.herroncenter.org/ Eddie Mae Herron Center]</ref>

<!-- encyclopedic? in the lead? In ''[[How Few Remain]]'', an alternative history novel by [[Harry Turtledove]], the town is mentioned as the only Confederate town taken by the US during the [[Second Mexican War]]. -->


==History==
==History==
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In 1835, the Territorial Legislature granted the formation of Randolph County from part of the area then called Lawrence County. The county was named after John Randolph, who was one of the first settlers in the area.
In 1835, the Territorial Legislature granted the formation of Randolph County from part of the area then called Lawrence County. The county was named after John Randolph, who was one of the first settlers in the area.


Randolph County encompasses the rolling hills of the [[Ozarks]] to the west and rich, flat farmland of the Mississippi Delta to the east. Five rivers flow through the county, providing access to fishing and canoeing. Soybeans, rice, and other grains are the principal crops in the Delta region, while cattle ranching dominates the hill country. The poultry industry is also a vital part of the area economy.
Randolph County encompasses the rolling hills of the [[Ozarks]] to the west and rich, flat farmland of the Mississippi Delta to the east. Five rivers flow through the county, providing access to fishing and canoeing. Soybeans, rice, and other grains are the principal crops in the Delta region, while cattle ranching dominates the hill country. The poultry industry is also a vital part of the area economy.


During the early part of the [[American Civil War|Civil War]], Camp Shaver, located in Pocahontas, was the headquarters for Confederate forces west of the [[Mississippi River]].
During the early part of the [[American Civil War|Civil War]], Camp Shaver, located in Pocahontas, was the headquarters for Confederate forces west of the [[Mississippi River]].
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==Geography==
==Geography==
Pocahontas is located at {{coord|36|15|49|N|90|58|24|W|type:city}} (36.263560, -90.973349).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>


According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|7.6|sqmi|km2|abbr=on}}, of which {{convert|7.3|sqmi|km2|abbr=on}} is land and {{convert|0.2|sqmi|km2}} (2.78%) is water.
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|7.6|sqmi|km2|abbr=on}}, of which {{convert|7.3|sqmi|km2|abbr=on}} is land and {{convert|0.2|sqmi|km2}} (2.78%) is water.
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==Climate==
==Climate==
The climate of the city is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. The [[Köppen climate classification]] subtype for this climate is "[[Humid subtropical climate|Cfa]]" (humid subtropical climate).<ref>[http://www.weatherbase.com/weather/weather-summary.php3?s=28530&cityname=Pocahontas%2C+Arkansas%2C+United+States+of+America&units= Climate Summary for Pocahontas, Arkansas]</ref>
The climate of the city is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. The [[Köppen climate classification]] subtype for this climate is "[[Humid subtropical climate|Cfa]]" (humid subtropical climate).<ref>[http://www.weatherbase.com/weather/weather-summary.php3?s=28530&cityname=Pocahontas%2C+Arkansas%2C+United+States+of+America&units= Climate Summary for Pocahontas, Arkansas]</ref>

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===2020 census===
===2020 census===
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|+Pocahontas racial composition<ref>{{Cite web|title=Explore Census Data|url=https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?g=1600000US0556540&tid=DECENNIALPL2020.P2|access-date=2021-12-30|website=data.census.gov}}</ref>
|+Pocahontas racial composition<ref>{{Cite web|title=Explore Census Data|url=https://data.census.gov/cedsci/table?g=1600000US0556540&tid=DECENNIALPL2020.P2|access-date=December 30, 2021|website=data.census.gov}}</ref>
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===2000 census===
===2000 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2008-01-31|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref> of 2000, 6,518 people, 2,693 households, and 1,742 families resided in the city. The [[population density]] was 886.6 people per square mile (342.4/km{{sup|2}}). The 2,924 housing units averaged a density of 397.7 per square mile (153.6/km{{sup|2}}). The [[Race (United States Census)|racial makeup]] of the city was 97.27% Caucasian, 1.10% African American, 0.44% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.91% from two or more races, with about 0.89% of the population Hispanic or Latino of any race.
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 31, 2008|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref> of 2000, 6,518 people, 2,693 households, and 1,742 families resided in the city. The population density was {{convert|886.6|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The 2,924 housing units averaged a density of 397.7 per square mile (153.6/km{{sup|2}}). The [[Race (United States Census)|racial makeup]] of the city was 97.27% Caucasian, 1.10% African American, 0.44% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.91% from two or more races, with about 0.89% of the population Hispanic or Latino of any race.


Of the 2,693 households, 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.0% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 13.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were not families. Around 31.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.94.
Of the 2,693 households, 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.0% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 13.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were not families. Around 31.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.94.
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==Notable people==
==Notable people==
* [[William Herbert Allaire Jr.]]- U.S. Army general
*[[William Herbert Allaire Jr.]]- U.S. Army general
*[[Larry P. Arnn]], a Pocahontas native, president of [[Hillsdale College]], Hillsdale, Mich.
*[[Larry P. Arnn]], a Pocahontas native, president of [[Hillsdale College]], Hillsdale, Mich. Co-founder of [[Claremont Institute]], Claremont, California, he served as its president from its founding in 1985 until his appointment as Hillsdale president in 2000. While studying at [[Oxford University]], Arnn served as director of research for Sir [[Martin Gilbert]], the official biographer of [[Winston Churchill]].<ref>Hillsdale College Biography, Dr. Larry Arnn, http://www.hillsdale.edu/academics/display_profile.asp?cid=858989576</ref>
*[[Edwin Bethune]], a former member of the [[United States House of Representatives]], graduated from Pocahontas High School, but left the community in 1972. He was elected to Congress from the Second Congressional District in Arkansas (Randolph County falls under the First District).
*[[Edwin Bethune]], a former member of the [[United States House of Representatives]], graduated from Pocahontas High School
*[[Drew Bowers]], Arkansas Republican politician and lawyer, was born near Pocahontas in 1886.
*[[Drew Bowers]], Arkansas politician and lawyer, was born near Pocahontas in 1886.
*[[Linda Collins-Smith]], Republican member of the [[Arkansas Senate]] and business owner
*[[Jim Johnston (composer)|Jim Johnston]], former composer for [[World Wrestling Entertainment]]/[[WWE Music Group]].
*[[Jim Johnston (composer)|Jim Johnston]], former composer for [[World Wrestling Entertainment]]
*[[Billy Lee Riley]], Pocahontas native, was an American rockabilly musician, singer, record producer and songwriter.
*[[Billy Lee Riley]], Pocahontas native and American rockabilly musician, singer
*[[Wear Schoonover]], Pocahontas native, was the first [[University of Arkansas]] athlete in any sport named to an All-American team. Schoonover starred as a wide receiver for the Razorbacks in 1927–1929. He was named All-American in 1929, and was named to the [[College Football Hall of Fame]] in 1967. All-[[Southwest Conference]] in basketball, he also excelled at college baseball and track and field, and achieved the highest GPA of any Arkansas athlete through the 1980s. His name is reflected in the name of the local high school basketball court (Schoonover Fieldhouse), as well as the high school football field (Schoonover Stadium).
*[[Wear Schoonover]], Pocahontas native, was the first [[University of Arkansas]] athlete in any sport named to an All-American team.
*[[Linda Collins-Smith]], Republican member of the [[Arkansas Senate]] and owner of [[Days Inn]] in Pocahontas.
*[[Trey Steimel]], member of the Alabama House of Representatives
*[[Edward J. Steimel]], Louisiana political activist and researcher, was born in Pocahontas in 1922.


==References ==
==References ==
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[[Category:Cities in Randolph County, Arkansas]]
[[Category:Cities in Randolph County, Arkansas]]
[[Category:Cities in Arkansas]]
[[Category:Cities in Arkansas]]
[[Category:Arkansas placenames of Native American origin]]
[[Category:County seats in Arkansas]]
[[Category:County seats in Arkansas]]

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Pocahontas, Arkansas
City
Old Randolph County Courthouse in downtown Pocahontas
Old Randolph County Courthouse in downtown Pocahontas
Official seal of Pocahontas, Arkansas
Seal
Location of Pocahontas in Randolph County, Arkansas.
Location of Pocahontas in Randolph County, Arkansas.
Coordinates: 36°15′49″N 90°58′14″W / 36.26361°N 90.97056°W / 36.26361; -90.97056
CountryUnited States
StateArkansas
CountyRandolph
Area
[1]
 • Total
7.85 sq mi (20.34 km2)
 • Land7.64 sq mi (19.78 km2)
 • Water0.22 sq mi (0.56 km2)
Elevation
[2]
331 ft (101 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
7,371
 • Density965.30/sq mi (372.72/km2)
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
72455
Area code870
FIPS code05-56540
GNIS feature ID2404544[2]
Websitecityofpocahontas.com

Pocahontas is a city in the county seat of Randolph County,[3] Arkansas, United States, along the Black River. According to the 2010 Census Bureau, the population of the city was 6,608.[4]

Pocahontas has a number of historic buildings, including the Old Randolph County Courthouse built in 1871, the St. Mary's AME Church, and the Pocahontas Colored School built in 1918, the latter of which is now home to the Eddie Mae Herron Center.[5]

History

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This city was named after the Native American from Jamestown, Virginia. A statue of her is located in Overlook Park along the Black River.

The family of Dr. Ransom S. Bettis is given the credit for being the first settlers on the land now called Pocahontas. Dr. Bettis' daughter, Cinderella, married Thomas S. Drew, and lived on 800 acres where the town of Biggers now exists. Bettis and Drew led the founding of Pocahontas as the county seat of Randolph County.

Randolph County is famous for many "firsts"; Arkansas' oldest town, Davidsonville, was established in 1815. The first Arkansas post office was built in Davidsonville in 1817, and the first state courthouse was established in 1818. The earliest land claim was in 1809 near what is now Ravenden Springs. The first actual term of court convened in Arkansas was in 1815 in a part of Lawrence County that was given over to Randolph County. And the country's first overland route, the Natchitoches Trail, went through parts of Randolph County.

In 1835, the Territorial Legislature granted the formation of Randolph County from part of the area then called Lawrence County. The county was named after John Randolph, who was one of the first settlers in the area.

Randolph County encompasses the rolling hills of the Ozarks to the west and rich, flat farmland of the Mississippi Delta to the east. Five rivers flow through the county, providing access to fishing and canoeing. Soybeans, rice, and other grains are the principal crops in the Delta region, while cattle ranching dominates the hill country. The poultry industry is also a vital part of the area economy.

During the early part of the Civil War, Camp Shaver, located in Pocahontas, was the headquarters for Confederate forces west of the Mississippi River.

The industrial base is diversified, with products such as shoes, large truck trailers, technical components for communications, picture frames, golf bags and luggage, tool boxes, wood products and more.

Pocahontas is the county seat with a population of 6,616. The other 10,407 residents of Randolph County live in rural areas and five incorporated communities - Maynard, Biggers, Reyno, Ravenden Springs and O'Kean.

Local legend holds that Pocahontas was named the county seat through an act of trickery. Supposedly, at the county meeting to determine which city would receive the title, the delegation from Pocahontas brought in large quantities of alcohol and distributed them to the other delegations. When the time came to vote, the only delegation not passed out or otherwise influenced was that from Pocahontas.

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.6 sq mi (20 km2), of which 7.3 sq mi (19 km2) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.52 km2) (2.78%) is water.

Climate

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The climate of the city is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. The Köppen climate classification subtype for this climate is "Cfa" (humid subtropical climate).[6]

Climate data for Pocahontas, Arkansas (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1871–present)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °F (°C) 78
(26) 		85
(29) 		93
(34) 		98
(37) 		103
(39) 		109
(43) 		111
(44) 		112
(44) 		107
(42) 		96
(36) 		88
(31) 		82
(28) 		112
(44)
Mean daily maximum °F (°C) 45.6
(7.6) 		50.4
(10.2) 		60.1
(15.6) 		70.8
(21.6) 		78.6
(25.9) 		87.0
(30.6) 		89.8
(32.1) 		88.8
(31.6) 		82.7
(28.2) 		72.4
(22.4) 		58.8
(14.9) 		48.5
(9.2) 		69.5
(20.8)
Daily mean °F (°C) 35.7
(2.1) 		39.8
(4.3) 		48.8
(9.3) 		58.7
(14.8) 		67.5
(19.7) 		76.1
(24.5) 		79.6
(26.4) 		78.2
(25.7) 		71.2
(21.8) 		59.8
(15.4) 		47.7
(8.7) 		38.9
(3.8) 		58.5
(14.7)
Mean daily minimum °F (°C) 25.8
(−3.4) 		29.1
(−1.6) 		37.5
(3.1) 		46.5
(8.1) 		56.4
(13.6) 		65.2
(18.4) 		69.3
(20.7) 		67.6
(19.8) 		59.6
(15.3) 		47.2
(8.4) 		36.5
(2.5) 		29.3
(−1.5) 		47.5
(8.6)
Record low °F (°C) −20
(−29) 		−22
(−30) 		6
(−14) 		20
(−7) 		31
(−1) 		43
(6) 		48
(9) 		47
(8) 		35
(2) 		20
(−7) 		7
(−14) 		−11
(−24) 		−22
(−30)
Average precipitation inches (mm) 3.81
(97) 		3.94
(100) 		4.74
(120) 		5.37
(136) 		5.38
(137) 		3.46
(88) 		3.65
(93) 		3.90
(99) 		3.84
(98) 		3.86
(98) 		4.85
(123) 		4.65
(118) 		51.45
(1,307)
Average snowfall inches (cm) 2.3
(5.8) 		1.9
(4.8) 		1.4
(3.6) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.1
(0.25) 		0.2
(0.51) 		0.4
(1.0) 		6.3
(16)
Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) 8.5 8.1 9.0 9.4 10.2 7.4 8.3 7.0 6.2 7.7 8.3 8.7 98.8
Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) 1.0 1.0 0.3 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.6 3.0
Source: NOAA[7][8]

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1880325—
189050756.0%
190096790.7%
19101,54760.0%
19201,80616.7%
19301,8965.0%
19403,02859.7%
19503,84026.8%
19603,665−4.6%
19704,54424.0%
19805,99531.9%
19906,1512.6%
20006,5186.0%
20106,6081.4%
20207,37111.5%
U.S. Decennial Census[9]

2020 census

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Pocahontas racial composition[10]
Race Number Percentage
White (non-Hispanic) 6,028 81.78%
Black or African American (non-Hispanic) 106 1.44%
Native American 38 0.52%
Asian 50 0.68%
Pacific Islander 570 7.73%
Other/Mixed 326 4.42%
Hispanic or Latino 253 3.43%

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 7,371 people, 2,748 households, and 1,575 families residing in the city.

2000 census

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As of the census[11] of 2000, 6,518 people, 2,693 households, and 1,742 families resided in the city. The population density was 886.6 inhabitants per square mile (342.3/km2). The 2,924 housing units averaged a density of 397.7 per square mile (153.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 97.27% Caucasian, 1.10% African American, 0.44% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.91% from two or more races, with about 0.89% of the population Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Of the 2,693 households, 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.0% were married couples living together, 13.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were not families. Around 31.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was distributed as 23.7% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 21.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,450, and for a family was $29,525. Males had a median income of $26,382 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,529. About 15.6% of families and 18.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.9% of those under age 18 and 16.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education

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Pocahontas is home to the Pocahontas School District. Public schools include Alma Spikes Elementary School, M. D. Williams Intermediate School, Pocahontas Junior High School, and Pocahontas High School. Pocahontas' school mascot is the Redskins. Pocahontas is also home to St. Paul Elementary School, a private Catholic school serving pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. St Paul's mascot is the Sabers.

Pocahontas is the home of Black River Technical College.

Media

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Newspapers

The Pocahontas Star Herald is published weekly, on Thursdays. It began publication in 1880, and is owned by Corning Publishing.

Radio stations

Pocahontas is home to KPOC/KRLW/KIYS radio stations. The stations' "better known names" are: KPOC-FM is better known as Lite 104.1 FM; KPOC is News Sports Talk 1420 AM; KIYS is Country 106.3 FM; and KRLW is Oldies 1320 AM. While the KRLW and KIYS radio stations are broadcast centrally to the Walnut Ridge/Hoxie area (a community some 15 miles away), the broadcasting site and main offices are centered with KPOC inside Pocahontas. The stations are operated by Combined Media Group Inc.

Infrastructure

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Highways

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Medical care

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  • St. Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center
  • Pocahontas Medical Clinic

Airport

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Notable people

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References

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  1. ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
  2. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Pocahontas, Arkansas
  3. ^ "Find a County". National Association of Counties. Retrieved June 7, 2011.
  4. ^ "Annual Estimates of the Population for All Incorporated Places in Arkansas" (CSV). 2005 Population Estimates. U.S. Census Bureau, Population Division. June 21, 2006. Retrieved November 16, 2006.
  5. ^ Eddie Mae Herron Center
  6. ^ Climate Summary for Pocahontas, Arkansas
  7. ^ "NOWData - NOAA Online Weather Data". National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  8. ^ "Summary of Monthly Normals 1991-2020". National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  9. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  10. ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved December 30, 2021.
  11. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
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