Ever wonder how a place gets its name? Hancock Township was named after Winfield Scott Hancock. He was a Union Army general in the Civil War. Hancock also ran for President of the United States.
Hancock Township was established in 1868. It is located in Carver County Minnesota. The township’s history is rooted in agriculture and community.
Today Hancock Township covers 17.9 square miles. Most of it is land about 17.7 square miles. A small portion is water which covers 0.2 square miles. If you look around you will notice the beautiful Assumption Lake. It adds to the area’s charm.
In 2020 the population was 336. Hancock Township has a close knit community. The township is bordered by several other townships. These include Benton Dahlgren San Francisco Faxon Washington Lake and Young America.
There are three cemeteries within Hancock Township. These are Assumption Catholic Cemetery Bovy Family Cemetery and West Union Lutheran Church Cemetery. These cemeteries reflect the area’s history and the families who shaped it.
In the year 2000 the median household income was about $58750. The median family income was higher at $70938. This gives you a glimpse into the economic landscape.
Hancock Township has a strong sense of community. The township has a timeless appeal. Hancock Township remains a wonderful place to live. It offers a blend of history and small town charm.