Elbow Lake city, Minnesota
Elbow Lake city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Elbow Lake city is a geographic entity located in Grant County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,276. The land area covers 1.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,276 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 483 | ±53 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 533 | ±63 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 483 | ±53 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 50 | ±34 |
| Median Home Value | $126,900 | ±$10,848 |
| Median Gross Rent | $742 | ±$78 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,792 | ±$11,626 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,931 | ±$4,461 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.3% | ±8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 249 | ±107 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 561 | ±79 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.2% | ±14.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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CITY OF ELBOW LAKE
GUS Population: 1,276 (2024)
ID: 204746
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK ADMIN TREAS
PO BOX 1079, ELBOW LAKE MN 56531-1079
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GUS Population: 6,109 (2024)
ID: 201992
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
10 2ND ST NE, ELBOW LAKE MN 56531-4400
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ASHBY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ASHBY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | EVANSVILLE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HERMAN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HERMAN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BARRETT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ELBOW LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | KENSINGTON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BARRETT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | BARRETT, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PRAIRIE RIDGE HOSPITAL AND HEALTH SERVICES
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Hospital | City address association | 1411 HIGHWAY 79 E, ELBOW LAKE, MN, 56531 |
(218) 685-7300
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Minnesota State Community and Technical College
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College | 21.5 mi away | 1414 College Way, Fergus Falls, MN, 56537-1000 |
2187361500
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ELBOW LAKE: THORSON MEM LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 117 CENTRAL AVENUE, ELBOW LAKE, MN, 56531 |
(218) 685-6850
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FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.5 mi away | 205 EAST HAMPDEN AVE, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 56537 |
(218) 739-9387
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VIKING LIBRARY SYSTEM BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 1915 FIR AVENUE WEST, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 56537 |
(218) 793-5286
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FERGUS FALLS, MN US, located 21.9 miles from Elbow Lake city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.4° | -0.4° | 9.0° | 1.29" | — |
| February | 22.3° | 3.2° | 12.7° | 0.83" | — |
| March | 35.6° | 18.1° | 26.9° | 1.15" | — |
| April | 52.9° | 31.8° | 42.3° | 2.00" | — |
| May | 66.8° | 45.0° | 55.9° | 3.86" | — |
| June | 76.3° | 56.3° | 66.3° | 4.35" | — |
| July | 80.8° | 60.7° | 70.8° | 3.28" | — |
| August | 79.4° | 57.1° | 68.2° | 2.95" | — |
| September | 70.8° | 48.9° | 59.8° | 3.04" | — |
| October | 55.7° | 35.1° | 45.4° | 2.37" | — |
| November | 38.0° | 21.4° | 29.7° | 1.04" | — |
| December | 24.4° | 7.9° | 16.1° | 0.71" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elbow Lake city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Barrett city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Wendell city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Ashby city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
| Dalton city | City | 13.1 mi | — |
| Norcross city | City | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2705118458. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.